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Human identification in disasters
The department's part in mass fatality investigations.
The Government Chemist participates in mass fatality investigations during terrorist attacks and other disasters.
Its forensic biology work includes identifying missing or unidentified persons and developing and administering the human DNA database. See forensic biology and DNA.
The department also contributes to national work on human identification.
Last updated 2 November 2026
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