Posted 1/13/2024, 1:33:16 PM
AI Model Challenges Uniqueness of Fingerprints, Sparking Debate in Forensic Science
- Research suggests fingerprints may not actually be unique, challenging a long-held belief in forensic science
- AI model trained to identify fingerprints was able to match prints from different fingers to the same person with 75-90% accuracy
- The AI focuses on angles and curves rather than traditional "minutiae" features used in fingerprint analysis
- Forensic scientists push back against findings, arguing similarities between prints have long been known
- Lead researcher believes AI will revolutionize forensic analysis by discovering new patterns "hiding in plain sight"