The author has over 18 years of experience in forensic science, specializing in forensic serology and DNA profiling. From 2006 to 2024, reported more than 1,000 cases of serological examinations in criminal investigations. Since 2011, the author has primarily focused on forensic DNA profiling, handling over 5,000 cases across a wide range of applications, including disputed paternity, child swapping, sexual assault, gang rape, biological identity, kinship, father-daughter incest, and mitochondrial DNA sequencing and successfully worked on cases involving extremely degraded DNA samples. The author played a pivotal role in the establishment of the DNA profiling unit in the Biology Division of the State Forensic Science Laboratory, Jaipur, Rajasthan. One of the key contributions was the development and validation of a novel differential DNA extraction method, which has been successfully applied to sexual assault cases with a high success rate. This method has been published in a reputable journal as part of a significant case study. In addition to this, the author is instrumental in the development of a novel DNA testing protocol, reducing both the time and cost of DNA examinations, which aims to enhance forensic science practices and support the justice delivery system. As a skilled trainer, the author has provided DNA training to the staff of the Biology Division at State Forensic Science Laboratory, Jaipur, Rajasthan. Author’s consistently outstanding performance in forensic science has earned them recognition, including the "Young Scientist Award" in 2017 and the "DGP Commendation Roll" in 2023. Author has felicitated with best research paper presentation in All India Forensic science summit 2025 organized by National Forensic Science university under the ministry of Home affairs, Government of India. With over 70 published research papers in prestigious international journals, the author’s work has significantly advanced forensic science. Author’s Ph.D. dissertation, titled "Study of Genetic Polymorphism in STR Markers of Human Populations of Rajasthan," was the first comprehensive study on the forensically important STR markers in the population of Rajasthan.
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Dr. R.K. Kumawat
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AFFILIATION
Assistant Director
Department of Forensic Sciences
State Forensic Science Laboratory
RPA Road
Jaipur
India
302016
Email : rk.kumawat@rajasthan.gov.in
RESEARCH IDS
| # | ID Type |
|---|---|
| 1. | Google Scholar |
| 2. | ORCiD |
| 3. | SCOPUS |
| 4. | Research Gate |
RESEARCH INTERESTS
| # | Area |
|---|---|
| 1. | Forensic DNA |
| 2. | Serology and Biology |
PAPERS PUBLISHED
| # | Article Title | Year |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Genetic portrait of 23 Y-STR loci in the Naga Tribes of Nagaland, India | 2021 |
| 2. | Covid 19 pandemic: its impact on forensics and new normal practice | 2021 |
| 3. | Assessment of significance and forensic relevance of SE33 (ACTBP2) locus in five Indian populations | 2021 |
| 4. | Genomic polymorphism in Tribal population of Tripura: Signifying their closer affinity with the Nepalese and Tibetan populations | 2021 |
| 5. | Forensic DNA examination in the pandemic era of COVID-19: An Indian Perspective | 2021 |
| 6. | An Overview on Covid 19 Pandemic and its Impact on Forensic Investigations | 2020 |
| 7. | Sperm and Epithelial Genomic Male DNA unfold the Sodomy and Homicide Case: A Sensational Case Study | 2020 |
| 8. | Allelic Distribution in Population of Rajasthan, India; Inferred from 22 Autosomal STRs included in Powerplex Fusion 5C System | 2020 |
| 9. | Genetic diversity of X-STR markers in Jat Sikh population of Punjab, India and its comparison with other 39 global populations | 2020 |
| 10. | Investigation on rapidly mutating Y-STRs multiplex in Indian population: A pilot study | 2019 |
| 11. | Forensic Palynology: Pollen spectra as cogent evidence for crime investigation | 0 |
| 12. | Fatherhood established from skeletal remains using highly variable 21 autosomal STRs | 0 |
BOOKS PUBLISHED
| # | Title | Publication Year |
|---|---|---|
| 1. | Forensic DNA Typing: Principles, Applications and Advancements | 2020 |
BOOK CHAPTERS PUBLISHED
| # | Chapter Title | Book Title | Publication Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Rapid DNA Typing | Forensic DNA Typing: Principles, Applications and Advancements | 2020 |
| 2. | STR Typing and Available Kits | DNA Fingerprinting: Advancements and Future Endeavors | 2018 |
| 3. | Autosomal STR Typing and Case Studies | Forensic DNA Typing: Principles, Applications and Advancements | 2020 |
| 4. | X-STRs: Potentials and Applications | Forensic DNA Typing: Principles, Applications and Advancements | 2020 |
| 5. | DNA Fingerprinting Techniques for Forensic Application: Past, Present, and Future | DNA Fingerprinting: Advancements and Future Endeavors | 2018 |
ACADEMIC PROFILE
| # | Examination | Passing Year | Country |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Ph.D. (Biotechnology) | 2021 | India |
| 2. | M.Sc. (Zoology) | 2011 | India |
| 3. | Rajasthan State Certificate in Information Technology (RSCIT) | 2011 | India |
EMPLOYMENT DETAILS
| # | Institution | Position | Country | Service Period |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | State Forensic Science Laboratory | Assistant Director | India | 20 years, 1 months, 10 days |
| Total Period : | 20 years, 1 months, 10 days |
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