An Australian study indicates that genital bacteria transferred during sexual intercourse can potentially assist in forensic investigations of sexual assaults. Researchers from Murdoch University have found that individual microbial signatures vary and can be identified on partners post-intercourse. This method, termed tracing the 'sexual microbiome' or 'sexome,' is crucial for cases with no sperm evidence. The study highlights the persistence of these signatures and their reliability, even in instances involving condom use, offering a promising avenue for law enforcement in identifying attackers when direct biological evidence is lacking.
Genital bacteria transferred during sexual intercourse can serve as a signature in forensic testing, potentially aiding in identifying sexual assault perpetrators.
The researchers discovered that the unique bacterial signatures found in individuals can be traced between partners after sexual intercourse, even with condom use.
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