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Read our announcements and media coverage from past years.
STACS DNA Gaining Momentum with Sample Tracking Solutions in 2019
2019 has been a record year for STACS DNA with Track-Kit statewide sexual assault kit tracking systems in seven states, a new STACS genomics lab client, plus multiple exceptional services ratings.
RCMP’s National Missing Persons DNA Program Identifies Person for First Time – Podcast
RCMP’s Missing Persons DNA Program identified its first human remains, with the help of Missing Persons Tracking in STACS Database.
Signature Science Selects STACS™ Casework Software for Commercial DNA Laboratories
Signature Science selects STACS Casework for its ANAB-accredited laboratory in Austin, TX and Center for Advanced Genomics in Charlottesville, VA.
Iowa Selects Track-Kit Statewide Sexual Assault Kit Tracking from STACS DNA
The State of Iowa selects Track-Kit for its sexual assault forensic evidence kit tracking and reporting system, which will be rolled out to all regions of the state by July 1, 2020.
STACS DNA to Showcase Sexual Assault Kit Tracking at 2019 Assembly of Cities Conference
STACS DNA will showcase Track-Kit statewide sexual assault kit tracking - from SANES to Survivors - at 2019 Assembly of Cities Conference.
State of Washington Wins NASCIO Award for Track-Kit Sexual Assault Kit Tracking System
The State of Washington receives a NASCIO award for implementing Track-Kit to track the location and status of every sexual assault kit across the state.
Massachusetts Contracts with STACS DNA for Track-Kit Statewide Sexual Assault Kit Tracking
Massachusetts selects Track-Kit as its sexual assault evidence collection kit tracking system, to be implemented in all regions of the state by the end of 2019.
STACS DNA Introduces Dynamic Search/Reporting for Forensic DNA Sample Tracking at ISHI 2019
STACS DNA will share how dynamic search/reporting gives forensic DNA labs unparalleled access to their sample tracking data.
Texas Now Tracking Sexual Assault Evidence Statewide with STACS DNA’s Track-Kit
Texas has completed its statewide rollout of the Track-Kit sexual assault evidence (SAE) tracking system to users at an estimated 3,000 state agencies.
STACS DNA Provides Crime Labs with Dynamic Searching and Reporting For Exceptional Access to DNA Lab Data
With the Dynamic Query Builder and Dynamic Report Builder modules for STACS Casework, users can create user-defined searches and reports, allowing them unparalleled access to their DNA lab data.
STACS DNA Presents “Statewide Sexual Assault Kit Tracking: From SANES to Survivors” at IAFN 2019
Tim will present “Statewide Sexual Assault Kit Tracking: From SANES to Survivors”, covering how Track-Kit provides secure end-to-end tracking and vital information to all stakeholders across the state.
STACS DNA Launches New Website to Reflect Expanding Sample Tracking Business
New site adds Track-Kit statewide sample tracking and new healthcare markets.
STACS DNA Participating in Inaugural Forensics Virtual Event
The inaugural Forensics & Toxicology 2019 virtual event is happening on August 22, 2019. As with any conference, you can attend presentations, visit exhibit booths, view posters and network with other forensics professionals – and earn education credits.
STACS DNA Shares Statewide Tracking Deployment Lessons Learned at APHL 2019
INNOVATE! Workshop: Statewide Sample Tracking: Learning from Newborn Screening and Sexual Assault Kit Deployments.
STACS DNA Shows How to Test-Drive Sexual Assault Kit Tracking Solutions at ASCLD 2019
The Track-Kit Pilot Program enables states to test drive the same rape kit tracking system used by Washington, Texas, Michigan, Arizona and Nevada for 90 days.
STACS DNA Makes the Case for STACS Casework at Bode 2019
Tim will be presenting “The Case for STACS Casework”, covering how STACS-CW can dramatically transform forensic DNA casework labs to increase productivity and mitigate risk.
Track-Kit Pilot Program Helps States Evaluate the Leading Sexual Assault Kit Tracking System
STACS DNA today announced the Track-Kit Pilot Program which enables U.S. states to test drive the rape kit tracking system for 90 days with a full suite of supporting services.
Mayor, HFSC, DA, HPD Chief Announce Houston’s Launch of Rape Kit Tracking
Houston Mayor Sylvester Turner announced Thursday that Houston will begin electronically tracking in late May “rape kits” from two large systems from the moment of evidence collection and through prosecution.
STACS Pilot Program Lets Forensic DNA Labs Test Drive the Best Sample Tracking Software
OTTAWA, ON—STACS DNA today announced the STACS Pilot Program which enables forensics agencies to test STACS sample tracking and lab management software in their own DNA laboratories for 60 days with a full suite of supporting services.
State of Texas Gives Highest Customer Satisfaction Rating to STACS DNA Services
Grade A rating given for STACS DNA’s services on both STACS-DB and Track-Kit
STACS DNA Shows How to Track Sexual Assault Kits Inside and Outside the Lab at AAFS 2019
STACS DNA is showing how it is possible to track the location and status of every sexual assault kit (SAK) in your state from the hospital to the DNA lab – and inside the lab.
STACS DNA Launches Track-Kit for Hospitals to Improve Specimen Shipping Timeliness and Patient Care
STACS DNA today announced the launch of Track-Kit for Hospitals, which helps birth hospitals reduce delays and mitigate risks related to shipping newborn blood spot (NBS) screening specimens to the state laboratory.
STACS DNA Wins Big with Turnkey Sample Tracking Solutions in 2018
More than six states committed to tracking sexual assault kits, newborn screening specimens for statewide transparency.
Michigan Debuts Sexual Assault Evidence Kit Tracking System, Enhancing Justice for Survivors
As a result of Michigan’s new innovative web-based tracking system, survivors of sexual assault can now follow their sexual assault kit through each step of the investigative process, Gov. Rick Snyder announced today.
Michigan’s Track-Kit Sexual Assault Evidence Kit Tracking System in the News
Michigan’s Track-Kit system for tracking sexual assaults is in the news.
Washington State’s Track-Kit Sexual Assault Kit Tracking System in the News
Washington State’s Track-Kit system for tracking sexual assaults is in the news again.
Utah Department of Health to Track Newborn Screening Specimens Statewide with Track-Kit™ from STACS DNA
Tracking 115,000 specimens across the state will save time and improve babies’ future.
Washington State Police Announces Full Deployment of Track-Kit Sexual Assault Kit Tracking System
The Washington State Patrol’s new online tracking system for sexual assault kits has concluded its roll-out phase and is now fully implemented.
STACS DNA Focuses on Turnkey Services for Forensic DNA Labs at ISHI 2018
Learn how forensic DNA labs can get the best DNA sample tracking software without the hassle at ISHI 2018.
STACS DNA Software Implemented by Algerian Police Forensic DNA Lab
DGSN implements integrated automated lab software by STACS DNA and PEC Technologies.
Texas Department of Public Safety Announces STACS DNA’s Track-Kit for their Sexual Assault Evidence Tracking System
TX DPS announced that they have selected STACS DNA as the vendor for their Sexual Assault Evidence (SAE) Tracking System.
Newborn Screening Ontario to Track Specimens Province-Wide with Track-Kit from STACS DNA
Tracking 150,000 specimens from 200 submitters will save time and improve babies’ future.
STACS DNA Presents State Rape Kit Tracking Case Studies at Midwest Crime Lab Directors’ Meeting
Tim Stacy will present case studies of Washington, Michigan and Arizona’s implementations of Track-Kit to track sexual assault kits statewide.
STACS DNA Explores How Kit Tracking Prevents Delays in Public Health at APHL 2018
Knowing where specimens are across the city/state/country/planet is a challenge. STACS DNA has implemented statewide specimen tracking from collection to storage for newborn screening and for forensics stakeholders to track sexual assault kits.
STACS DNA Presents Next Generation Sequencing at ASCLD 2018
Next Generation Sequencing (NGS) has revolutionized molecular biology and is poised to significantly advance forensic DNA profiling.
Rape Victims in Washington Can Now Track Status of Rape Kits Online (video)
Up to 10,000 rape kits in Washington state have yet to be tested and it’s left a lot of survivors in limbo.
STACS DNA Presents at Qiagen 2018
Dr. Hays Young, Field Application Specialist, will present as part of the “Database Workflow Solutions” workshop.
Washington State Deploys STACS DNA’s Track-Kit Sexual Assault Kit Tracking System
Easy-to-use, multi-stakeholder solution on track for statewide implementation in 2018.
STACS DNA Presents “Why DNA Analysts Love STACS-CW” at Bode 2018
Our forensic casework DNA lab customers can’t imagine doing their jobs without STACS-CW.
Washington State’s New Online Rape Kit Tracking System About to Launch
Washington is implementing Track-Kit sexual assault kit tracking system from STACS DNA.
Three States Choose STACS DNA’s Track-Kit Statewide Sexual Assault Kit Tracking System
The largest states to implement a SAK-tracking system will use Track-Kit to meet their legislative obligations.
STACS DNA Names OZ Systems as Track-Kit Value Added Reseller for Newborn Screening
Track-Kit specimen tracking complements and integrates with OZ Systems’ newborn screening software solutions.
STACS DNA Gives Forensic DNA Laboratories Complimentary Customization with STACS® Dollars
STACS Dollars helps every lab get exactly what they need.
STACS DNA Shows How Detailed Audit Trail Reduces Risk for DNA Labs at ASCLD 2017
See how a detailed audit trail of all activity in your DNA lab reduces risk and saves time at ASCLD 2017.
OZ Systems and STACS DNA Enter into Strategic Alliance to Provide Essential Solutions to Newborn Screening Programs
End-to-end systems for timely and accurate newborn screening address previous gaps that put infants at risk.
STACS DNA Shows How Tracking Transforms DNA Labs at AAFS 2017
Sample tracking demos for casework and database labs at AAFS 2017.
STACS DNA Leads MAFS Workshop on Sexual Assault Kits
In 2014, the FBI reported through Uniform Crime Reports approximately 116,000 rapes using the revised UCR definition. According to the U.S. Department of Justice’s National Crime Victimization Survey (NCVS)–there is an average of 293,066 victims (age 12 or older) of rape and sexual assault each year.
STACS DNA Delivers the DNA Lab Essentials at ISHI 2016
STACS DNA Delivers the DNA Lab Essentials at ISHI 2015.
Dr. Hays Young Presents DNA Laboratory Validation and Sample Tracking on Promega Tech Tour 2016
Dr. Young will present a case study covering validation work he performed when he was the DNA Technical Leader at the Arkansas State Crime Laboratory. He will also discuss challenges and solutions for sexual assault kit tracking.
Dr. Hays Young, DNA Analyst and Technical Leader, Joins STACS DNA
STACS DNA Inc., the sample tracking software company, today announced that Dr. Hays Young, former DNA Technical Leader at the Arkansas State Crime Laboratory, has joined STACS DNA as a Field Application Specialist.
STACS DNA Software Helps Crime Labs Track Sexual Assault Kits
STACS DNA Inc., the sample tracking software company, today announced that STACS-CW Enterprise allows casework DNA laboratories to easily track and report sexual assault kit processing to help them save time and reduce errors.
STACS DNA Shows Labs How to Enhance, Not Replace Their LIMS at SLAS2016
Labs that are not thrilled with their LIMS don’t need to replace it, they can enhance it with STACS®.
Video: A Sexual Assault Kit Partnership
The NIJ and FBI have created a sexual assault kit partnership.
STACS DNA Software Selected by Oakland County Sheriff’s Office for New DNA Lab
STACS DNA Inc., the only DNA sample processing software provider, today announced that the Oakland County Sheriff’s Office has selected STACS-CW Enterprise for its new state-of-the art DNA laboratory.
STACS DNA Offers 90-Day Promise to DNA Crime Labs at ISHI 2015
STACS-CW 90-Day Promise at ISHI 2015
STACS DNA Shows DNA Labs How to Save Time While Increasing Quality at EAFS 2015
DNA Sample Processing Software Proven to Increase Lab Productivity by More Than 40%.
STACS DNA Presents at ISFG 2015 How Crime Labs Increased DNA Sample Output by More Than 40%
Heather MacIntosh will present a poster illustrating how two casework DNA labs substantially increased their productivity while spending less through the use of technology.
STACS DNA Delivers Unparalleled Productivity Software to DNA Databank Labs
STACS DNA Inc., the only DNA sample processing software provider, today announced the launch of STACS-DB 6.0, with updates designed to further increase productivity, prevent errors, increase flexibility and reduce the need for IT support at forensic DNA databank laboratories.
STACS DNA Shows How DNA Labs Can Eliminate Hours of Work with Automatic Grant Tracking at CACLD/CAC 2015
Grant managers spend hours preparing NIJ grant reports, and lab staff take hours away from critical casework when they use a spreadsheet to track their activities and consumables for grant reporting.
STACS DNA Shows DNA Lab Directors How to Save Hours with Automatic Grant Tracking at ASCLD2015
Grant managers spend hours preparing NIJ grant reports, and lab staff take hours away from critical casework when they use a spreadsheet to track their activities and consumables for grant reporting.
STACS DNA Presents Laboratory Case Studies Showing Dramatic Productivity Gains Without Hiring at Mid-America Forensic DNA Conference 2015
Tim Stacy will present customer case studies which show how two casework DNA labs substantially increased their productivity while spending less through the use of technology.
STACS DNA Makes Grant Tracking Effortless
STACS DNA Inc., the only DNA sample processing software provider, today introduced grant tracking in STACS-CW Enterprise software for forensic casework DNA laboratories.
STACS DNA Shows DNA Labs How to Save Hours with Automatic Grant Tracking at AAFS2015
Grant managers spend hours preparing NIJ grant reports, and lab staff take hours away from critical casework when they use a spreadsheet to track their activities and consumables for grant reporting.
STACS DNA Shows Labs How to Reduce Turnaround Time Without Hiring at SLAS2015
Leaders of DNA labs, or labs that are increasing their levels of molecular testing, often face a growing caseload and a static or decreasing budget.
STACS DNA’s Online Tool Helps Crime Labs Maximize Capacity on Minimum Budget
STACS DNA Inc., the only DNA sample processing software provider, today introduced the Lab Budget Impact Analysis, an online tool that shows crime labs the most cost-effective method for attaining productivity goals.
STACS DNA Presents Case Studies Showing the Dramatic Productivity Gains of Automating Labs at CACLD 2014
Tim Stacy will present customer case studies which show how two casework DNA labs substantially increased their productivity while spending less through the use of technology.
STACS DNA Helps Labs Determine Their ROI at ISHI
STACS DNA will be offering custom ROI analyses for casework labs using a new ROI Calculator.
Michigan State Police Chooses More Software from STACS DNA
STACS DNA Inc., the only DNA sample processing software provider, today announced that the Michigan State Police (MSP) has selected STACS-CW Enterprise for screening and processing DNA samples in its seven forensic science labs.
STACS DNA Presents Case Studies Showing the Dramatic Productivity Gains of Automating Labs at AFDAA 2014
Tim Stacy will present customer case studies which show how two casework DNA labs substantially increased their productivity while spending less through the use of technology.
Forensic DNA Scientist Joins STACS DNA Team
STACS DNA Inc., the only DNA sample processing software provider, today announced that Malena Jimenez, formerly a Criminalist with Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Crime Laboratory Division, has joined STACS DNA as a Field Application Specialist.
STACS DNA Presents “The Virtual DNA Analyst” at ASCLD 2014
Labs use software and technology to dramatically increase output without hiring.
Missouri DNA Lab Increases Case Output 30% with STACS DNA Despite Staff Shortage
STACS DNA Inc., the only DNA sample processing software provider, today announced that the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) DNA casework lab reports it is processing 30% more cases, despite a shortage of almost half of their criminalists, one year after implementing STACS-CW Enterprise™.
Miami Valley DNA Lab Pulls Off Million Dollar Productivity with STACS DNA
STACS DNA Inc., the only DNA sample processing software provider, today announced that the Miami Valley Regional Crime Lab (MVRCL) reports an 86% increase in its DNA sample processing output – the equivalent to tripling its lab staff – by implementing STACS-CW Enterprise™ along with other automation.
STACS DNA Shows How It Helps Deliver Million Dollar Productivity to a DNA Lab at AAFS
February 13, 2014 WHO: Jocelyn Tremblay, President and COO, and Tim Stacy, US Sales Director, STACS DNA WHAT: Discussing customer case studies and delivering DNA sample management demonstrations at American Academy of Forensic Science Annual Meeting (AAFS2014) WHEN: January 17-22, 2014 WHERE: Washington State Convention Center Seattle, WA Exhibit Booth #217 DETAILS: Exhibit Booth #217 STACS... Read more »
STACS DNA Delivers Forensic News for Laboratory Professionals via DNA Dispatch
STACS DNA Inc, the only DNA sample processing software provider, today launched “DNA Dispatch”, a newsletter for forensic DNA laboratory professionals.
STACS DNA Shows Labs How to Increase Throughput and Prevent Errors at SLAS2014
STACS DNA delivers software for optimizing productivity in automated DNA labs.
New Video Series Addresses Issues Faced by DNA Laboratories
STACS DNA Inc., the only DNA sample processing software provider, today announced the release of the first two videos in a series which address issues faced by DNA laboratories.
Washoe County Uses STACS DNA’s Web-based Remote Collection Module to Reduce Costs and Backlog
STACS DNA Inc., the only DNA sample processing software provider, today announced that the Washoe County Sheriff’s Office (WCSO) has completed the initial implementation of the Remote Collection Module of STACS-DB Enterprise™ as part of a state-wide system for managing convicted offender and arrestee DNA database samples.
Canada’s National DNA Data Bank Upgrades to Latest STACS DNA Software
TACS DNA Inc., the only DNA sample processing software provider, today announced that the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) has chosen to upgrade its DNA sample processing software to STACS-DB Enterprise, which will be used to manage the processing of offender DNA samples as part of Canada’s National DNA Data Bank (NDDB).
STACS DNA Shows DNA Labs How to Increase Productivity at ASCLD
Our 90-Day Promise: Casework labs can economically and immediately get exactly the DNA processing capabilities they need to effectively manage their workload, with a growth path for the future, implemented in 90-days with STACS-CW Standard.
STACS DNA Shows Casework Labs Increased Productivity in Just 90 Days at CACLD
Our 90-Day Promise: Casework labs can economically and immediately get exactly the DNA processing capabilities they need to effectively manage their workload, with a growth path for the future, implemented in 90-days with STACS-CW Standard.
STACS DNA Shows Healthcare Labs How to Accelerate Sample Processing at Bio-IT World 2013
Productivity Benefits for Personalized Medicine Labs.
STACS DNA Shows How Casework Labs Can Increase Productivity in Just 90 Days at AAFS2013
Sample management software for casework with a 90-Day Promise.
STACS DNA Shows Labs How to Accelerate Sample Processing at SLAS2013
oes your lab need to increase throughput, reduce errors, decrease costs and meet accreditation standards? Is it a struggle to document the “who, what, when, where and how” of every DNA sample in your lab?
STACS DNA Presents “The Challenge of Going Paperless” at NEAFS
Tim will present the benefits and challenges of attaining the paperless DNA laboratory, and how labs can save money while maintaining or even improving performance levels on their path to paperless.
STACS DNA Showcases Casework Lab Software with 90-Day Promise at CACLD
California Association of Crime Laboratory Directors (CACLD)
STACS DNA Launches 90-Day Promise and Modular Software for Smaller Casework Labs
STACS-CW Standard™ delivers critical DNA processing hub functionality quickly and economically.
Missouri and Miami Valley Customers to Present with STACS DNA at ISHI2012
Vendor Showcase, News Products and Programs Highlight Benefits for Forensic DNA Labs.
Technology Marketer Joins STACS DNA
STACS DNA Inc., the only DNA sample processing software provider, is pleased to announce that Heather MacIntosh has joined the company as Vice President of Marketing.
STACS DNA and Missouri State Highway Patrol to Present at MAFS 2012
With the advent of computers, scanners and increasingly shrinking storage devices, we feel the need to eliminate paper from our lives.
Missouri State Highway Patrol Cuts Processing Time With STACS DNA
STACS DNA Inc., the only DNA sample processing software provider, today announced that the Missouri State Highway Patrol (MSHP) has purchased STACS-CW Enterprise™ software, which has reduced the Patrol’s time required to complete specific DNA lab processes and made accurate documentation more easily available.
Miami Valley Regional Crime Laboratory Implements STACS DNA Software
STACS DNA Inc., the only DNA sample processing software provider, today announced that the Miami Valley Regional Crime Laboratory (MVRCL) has implemented STACS-CW Enterprise™ as a key part of an initiative to automate their DNA processing lab.
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