NEC develops portable DNA analyzer

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NEC has developed what it calls the first portable DNA analyzer — with “portable” being classified as a briefcase half a meter wide — that integrates all five stages in the DNA analysis process. Designed to speed up criminal investigations and aid crime prevention, the technology can fully analyze DNA within 25 minutes. Heading for full production in 2008, it should be ready in preparation for any GATTACA-style societies that have appeared by next year.

 

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