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The dyes work on all surfaces, including 'difficult' ones (wet, porous) The chemicals are safe, non-toxic, easy to handle The dyes stabilise the fingerprints.
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About Opportunity: Our technology provides a universal solution to enhance fingerprints on all surfaces, including wet and porous ones. The enhancement is performed by dyeing them with a fluorescent reagent. The chemicals are safe, non-toxic, clean and easy to handle. The colour of the fluorescence can be tuned for optimal contrast of the fingerprint with the surface. Moreover, after application of our dyes, the fingerprints are stabilised, and robust in handling. Key Benefits: The dyes work on all surfaces, including 'difficult' ones (wet, porous) The chemicals are safe, non-toxic, easy to handle The colour of the enhanced fingerprints can be tuned for optimal contrast with the substrate The dyes stabilise the fingerprints Applications: Fingerprint enhancement in forensic laboratories In-field and scene-of-crime fingerprint enhancement IP Status: The technology, published as WO2009153599, is covered by patent applications progressing in Australia, Canada, Europe, Japan and US