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Wildlife forensic laboratory

Wildlife Crime Forensic Laboratory

Advanced forensic services for wildlife protection in Odisha

About

Leading wildlife forensic science in Odisha, protecting biodiversity through evidence-based conservation

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Our Mission

We provide critical forensic services for wildlife crimes, supporting law enforcement and conservation efforts across Odisha.

  • DNA analysis & species identification
  • Wildlife crime scene investigation
  • Expert testimony in court cases
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Expert Team

Certified forensic specialists with decades of wildlife experience

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Collaboration

Working with government agencies and conservation organizations

10+

Years of Service

Pioneering wildlife forensics in Eastern India

Services

Comprehensive forensic solutions for wildlife protection and justice

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DNA Analysis

Species identification and individual matching using advanced genetic techniques

  • • Species verification
  • • Individual profiling
  • • Population genetics
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Crime Scene Investigation

Professional evidence collection and documentation at wildlife crime scenes

  • • Evidence collection
  • • Scene photography
  • • Chain of custody
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Laboratory Testing

Comprehensive laboratory services for wildlife forensic cases

  • • Toxicology screening
  • • Pathology examination
  • • Chemical analysis

Laboratory

State-of-the-art forensic laboratory for wildlife protection

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Advanced Equipment

Equipped with cutting-edge technology for precise forensic analysis.

  • PCR thermocyclers for DNA amplification
  • Electrophoresis systems for genetic analysis
  • Microscopy for histological examination
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Molecular Lab

DNA extraction, PCR amplification, and sequencing capabilities

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Analytical Lab

Chemical analysis and toxicology screening for wildlife samples

ISO 17025

Accredited Standards

Internationally recognized quality management system

Research

Advancing wildlife forensic science through innovation

Current Studies

Pioneering research in wildlife DNA barcoding and forensic techniques.

Tiger DNA Database

Building comprehensive genetic profiles for Indian tigers

Elephant Ivory Tracking

Developing methods to trace ivory origins

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Publications

15+ peer-reviewed papers on wildlife forensics

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Collaborations

Global partnerships with universities and agencies

1000+

Samples Analyzed

Critical evidence processed for conservation

Case Studies

Real-world forensic investigations protecting wildlife

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Tiger Poaching Ring

DNA evidence led to conviction of poaching network

Wildlife Crime 2024
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Ivory Trafficking

Identified elephant source populations through isotope analysis

Illegal Trade 2023
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Leopard Mortality

Determined cause of death through toxicology screening

Cause Analysis 2023

Team

Expert scientists dedicated to wildlife forensic excellence

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Dr. Priya Sharma

Lead Forensic Scientist

PhD Wildlife Genetics, 12 years experience

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Dr. Rajesh Patel

Crime Scene Specialist

Former forest officer, evidence expert

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Dr. Anjali Das

Toxicology Expert

MSc Forensic Toxicology, 8 years research

Join Our Mission

Collaborate with our expert team on critical wildlife cases

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Contact

Get in touch for forensic services and collaboration

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Address

Wildlife Forensic Center
Bhubaneswar, Odisha, India

Email

info@cwho.org.in

Phone

+91 674 123 4567

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