Sorenson Forensics

We'll be at NACDL next month in Vegas, see you there?

Keeping you updated on funding opportunities as they come out - the newest one is the FY25 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program through the BJA.

The program provides flexible funding that can be used for many initiatives, including support for investigative technologies and forensic analysis.

FY25 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program – State Formula
Grants.gov deadline: April 7, 2026
JustGrants deadline: April 14, 2026
FY25 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program – Local Formula
Grants.gov deadline: April 21, 2026
JustGrants deadline: April 28, 2026

More info & to apply: https://bja.ojp.gov/program/jag/overview

Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program | Overview JAG provides states, tribes, and local governments with critical funding to support a range of program areas.

We're already 3 months in to 2026, but here's what's trending in forensic DNA testing for the rest of the year.

Where Forensic DNA Testing is Headed in 2026 - Sorenson Forensics Forensic DNA testing is entering a new phase. After years of growth driven by backlog funding and cold case initiatives, the field is now balancing innovation with tighter budgets and rising expectations. In 2026, forensic DNA laboratories will not just be asked to do more, but also faster and more....

We will be at American Academy of Forensic Sciences next week starting Feb. 9. Stop by the Sorenson Forensics booth #119 to talk about DNA testing fundamentals and pick up some swag. See you soon, New Orleans!