DNA fingerprinting

The importance of the short sequences within DNA which can be used to track mutation and recombination, the two ways that DNA is able to vary itself.

An interview concentrating on Professor Jeffreys' current and future work.

Professor Jeffreys describes the history of the field in which he works, from the discovery of blood groups in 1900 to his own work on the legacy of Chernobyl.

Bullet-point guide to the key facts about DNA, genetic fingerprinting and genetic profiling.

Important dates in the development of DNA fingerprinting from 1977 to the present.

Professor Jeffreys was awarded an Honorary Degree of Doctor of Science at the University of Leicester in July 2004.