International Society for Forensic Genetics
International Society for Forensic Genetics
Our society aims to promote scientific knowledge in the field of genetic markers as applied to forensic science. This is mainly being achieved through regular meetings of either regional or international nature, our journal Forensic Science International: Genetics and the work of our expert DNA commissions
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The LLC ISFG Support gGmbH was founded to directly and exclusively serve the charitable purposes of the ISFG. Its main purpose is the promotion of science and research
Research on genetic markers for forensic and population genetic applications
Collaboration with the ISFG and with other tax-exempt organizations
Providing scientific information in the field of forensic and population genetics, especially through maintaining publicly accessible databases such as the Y-Chromosome Haplotype Reference Database (YHRD), EDNAP mtDNA Population Database (EMPOP), and STRs for Identity ENFSI Reference Database (STRidER)
Operating and maintaining the IT infrastructure required for the ISFG
Raising and distributing funds to other charitable entities for tax-privileged purposes
The organization acts selflessly and not for profit. Its funds may be used only for its statutory purposes. No shareholder may receive profits or benefits from its funds; in the event of dissolution or withdrawal, only the paid-in capital and the fair value of any contributed assets may be returned. No person may be favored through expenditures unrelated to the company’s purpose or through disproportionately high remuneration. The LLC is entitled to participate in or acquire other enterprises with the same or similar objectives and to establish branch offices. In compliance with the provisions of the German Fiscal Code governing charitable organizations, it may take any measures that serve to promote its statutory purpose.