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Definitions for: DNA
DNA

  1. (deoxyribonucleic acid) the molecule that carries inherited information in all living things. The operation of DNA is somewhat like that of a computer. It consists of nucleotides that can be strung together in any sequence to encode a blueprint for other molecules. In this manner, a set of DNA molecules contains the entire plans for building a plant, animal, or human being. Like computer programs, DNA contains "go to" instructions that skip over some of the material.
  2. (Windows Distributed InternetArchitecture) Microsoft's model for developing distributed computing applications withWindows.

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Association of Forensic DNA Analysts and Administrators
Represents professionals engaged in the forensic aspects of DNA analysis for the judicial system. Provides a forum for the exchange of ideas and information among forensic DNA scientists

Dues: general, $20 annual.