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Dr. Cotton is an Associate Professor at Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, specializing in anatomy and neurobiology. She is an expert in forensic DNA analysis, with extensive experience in the identification of biological evidence. Since joining the faculty in October 2006, Dr. Cotton has directed the Biomedical Forensic Sciences Program, where she teaches courses in Forensic DNA Analysis. With a Ph.D. in Molecular Biology and Biochemistry from the University of California, Irvine, she completed her post-doctoral research at the University of Iowa. Dr. Cotton's work has significantly impacted criminal justice, having testified in about 200 cases, many of which were high-profile. She is actively involved in various research projects funded by agencies such as the Department of Justice and is a primary mentor for graduate students. Dr. Cotton has developed significant methodologies for DNA extraction and analysis, essential in criminal investigations, and is a member of Boston University Genome Science Institute. She has published numerous studies and is recognized for her contributions to forensic science.
Biomedical Forensic Sciences Program, Boston University • Boston, MA
Oversees the Biomedical Forensic Sciences Program, teaching forensic DNA analysis courses, and mentoring graduate students.
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