Shaping the Future of Forensic DNA: Diacel Arbor Biosciences

Join us at ISHI 34 for an enlightening conversation with Brian Renell from Diacel Arbor Biosciences, marking the company's first-ever appearance at the conference. Diacel Arbor Biosciences, founded by two professors from the University of Michigan, specializes in creating cutting-edge tools for the forensic science community, including their pioneering Hybridization Capture technology for DNA enrichment. In this interview, Brian shares insights into the company's journey, the development of their innovative platform, and how it serves forensic experts dealing with degraded, contaminated samples by targeting specific DNA regions for efficient and cost-effective analysis.
Dive deep into the world of custom solutions provided by Diacel Arbor Biosciences, ranging from kits for customers to complete service offerings where they handle DNA samples from start to finish. Brian also discusses the company's extensive work with ancient DNA, including projects involving mammoth, sabertooth tiger, and 4,000-year-old mummies, demonstrating their expertise in handling 'problematic samples.'
As the Senior Product Manager for myBaits, Brian's role encompasses working closely with customers to understand their research needs, developing probes for targeted DNA enrichment, and supporting their projects with his bioinformatics expertise. This video provides a unique perspective on the challenges and rewards of working with both ancient and modern DNA samples, the potential of next-generation sequencing in forensic science, and the importance of conferences like ISHI for learning, networking, and pushing the boundaries of forensic technology.