https://sbiagini0.github.io/es/tags/str/Recent content in STR on Sebastián BiaginiHugo -- 0.161.0es-ESWed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://sbiagini0.github.io/es/posts/kinshipassembly/Wed, 01 Apr 2026 00:00:00 +0000https://sbiagini0.github.io/es/posts/kinshipassembly/KinshipAssembly es una aplicación Shiny de código abierto que automatiza comparaciones de parentesco STR todas contra todas entre familias MPI/DVI y pedigríes de componentes POIhttps://sbiagini0.github.io/es/posts/from-str-to-snp/Mon, 17 Nov 2025 00:00:00 +0000https://sbiagini0.github.io/es/posts/from-str-to-snp/<h2 id="-introduction">🧬 Introduction</h2> <p>In forensic genetics, <strong>Short Tandem Repeats (STRs)</strong> have been the key of human identification for over two decades.<br> Current forensic systems typically use <strong>24 autosomal STR markers</strong>, forming the global standard for paternity testing, missing person identification (MPI) and disaster victim identification (DVI).</p> <p>However, the field is now <strong>gradually migrating toward high-density Single Nucleotide Polymorphism (SNP) technologies</strong>.<br> This transition is motivated by the need for <strong>greater statistical resolution</strong>, improved ability to detect <strong>distant kinship</strong>, and compatibility with <strong>degraded DNA samples</strong> often recovered in humanitarian and forensic contexts.</p>