Using DNA to Secure High Tech Supply Chains and Protect Against Counterfeiting and Diversion

摘要

DNA is a form of forensic evidence trusted by law enforcement and recognized by international courts around the world. This abstract provides an introduction to the utility of botanical DNA taggants to safeguard electronic components in supply chains and to protect against counterfeiting and diversion. A detailed treatment of the science behind Applied DNA Science's botanical DNA technology, its applications to semiconductors and microchips and an overview of DNA analysis by PCR and CE analysis is provided.