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Methods and systems for estimating genetic characteristics from biometric measurements

US9292916B2 · kind B2 · utility

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Filing dateAug 8, 2012
Grant dateMar 22, 2016
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Expiry dateAug 8, 2032

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  • Technology area (CPC G)Physics
  • CPC primaryG06V40/70
  • WIPO fieldComputer technology
  • WIPO sectorElectrical engineering

Abstract

Methods and devices are disclosed for collecting fingerprint and genetic information from an individual during a single collection session. A skin site is illuminated by direct imaging of the skin site using light reflected from the illuminated skin site. A cell of the individual, such as a skin cell, is retrieved from the collection surface.

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