Highlights
- •New method described for forensic differential extraction.
- •The method, SpermX™, is based on a nanotechnology derived polymer membrane.
- •SpermX™ is amenable to high-throughput automated hands-free workflows.
- •SpermX™ developmental validation studies are described.
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