Forensics
You are already familiar with the use of genetic mapping in crime investigations, paternity tests, and identification. The technique can also be used in organ transplants to achieve better matches between recipients and donors, thus minimizing the risks of complications and maximizing the use of donated healthy organs, a scarce resource. For more delectable applications, genetic mapping can authenticate the origins of consumer goods like caviar, fruits, and wine or the pedigree of livestock and animal breeds.