DNA-proofed documents to arrive 'by 2006'.(DNA fingerprinting)

From: Chemistry and Industry | Date: June 21, 2004 | Copyright information

The first ever fool-proof document security system could be available within two years, according to scientists in Australia. The system, which uses DNA fingerprinting, will allow documents to be authenticated with an accuracy of billions to one against duplication.

An Australian group plans to incorporate human DNA into documents such as government bonds, securities, bearer bonds, shares and wills to enable the authentication of documents and verification of document tr...