The forensic genomics market size is estimated to be USD 518.75 million in 2022 and is expected to witness a CAGR of 14.89% during the forecast period 2023-2033. Fast technology development, rising government and commercial funding for the development of low-cost forensic testing methods, and a surge in crimes including homicide, kidnapping, and sexual assault are factors contributing to the market growth. However, high price of these instruments is expected to hinder the growth.

Rising government and commercial funding for the development of low-cost forensic testing methods is expected to fuel the market growth during the forecast period. For instance, the National Institute of Justice stated in January 2022 that as part of its programme for research & evaluation for the testing and analysis of physical evidence in publicly-funded forensic laboratories, it will provide financing of USD13 million to support five projects.

Surge in crimes including homicide, kidnapping, and sexual assault is predicted to propel the market growth during the projected period. In 2020, there were 743 homicide cases registered, according to Statistics Canada’s figures. 2020 reported 7% spike in homicide rates, from 1.83 to 1.95 per 100,000 people, the highest level since 2005.

Segmentation

By Product

The market is categorized into software, analyzers & sequencers, and kits & consumables. In 2022, the kits & consumables segment accounted for the highest revenue share due to increasing number of criminal investigations, rise in focus of government on removing obstacles in criminal cases, and both public and private companies are investing in forensic sciences. For instance, Micronic Europe BV has launched a traceable sample management tool for donor banks and organisations looking to streamline the storage of tissue, bone, blood, and allograft bank materials. The analyzers & sequencers segment is also expected to have substantial expansion during the projected period. Genetic analyzers are automated tools that can sequence DNA or analyse DNA fragments for a variety of uses.

By Method

The market is categorized into PCR amplification, capillary electrophoresis, and next-generation sequencing. In the global market, the capillary electrophoresis segment accounted for the largest revenue share in 2022 owing to its completely automated sample injection, separation, and detection technique. This segment’s expansion is also being fueled by a number of innovations and product launches by key competitors in the market. For instance, Promega Corporation launched the Spectrum CE System for forensic laboratories in May 2022. Forensics laboratories can support their workflow by using a CE device to do human identification in database cases and criminal casework. The NGS segment is predicted to expand at the fastest rate during the projection period. The segment’s expansion can be largely attributed to NGS’s low cost and high throughput capability.

By Application

The market is segmented into paternity & familial testing, criminal testing, and others. In 2022, the criminal testing segment accounted for the largest revenue share owing to rising number of crimes around the world. Based on their distinctive genetic make-up, individuals can be identified using cutting-edge techniques including DNA profiling. The procedure may be helpful in conclusively solving crimes. DNA profiling has significantly changed the criminal justice system over the past two decades, increasing the chances of almost certain criminal identification. Special DNA testing units were established in Mumbai, India in October 2021 as part of the Nirbhaya scheme for cases involving child and female sexual abuse. In the upcoming years, it is projected that the paternity and familial testing market would expand at a significant rate. Authorities in the US have recently shown a growing interest in employing familial DNA searching (FDS), a forensic technique to locate family members using DNA databases, to assist with criminal investigations.

Regional Markets

In 2022, North America region accounted for the highest revenue in the forensic genomics market and is expected to maintain its dominance during the forecast period. This is attributed to the increase in violent crime cases and forensic investigations. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) released statistics showing that by 2020, the murder rate in the United States would have surged to 30%. Similar to this, NBC News reported in February 2022 that hate crimes against the Asian American community had reached previously different levels. Asia Pacific is predicted to develop at the fastest rate throughout the projection period due to several measures taken by governments and major industry players. For instance, the Chinese government announced plans to gather Tibetan genetic samples and conduct mass DNA testing in September 2022. This would make it easier to identify a man’s male ancestors. Thermo Fisher Scientific and National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU) collaborated to launch the Centre of Excellence for DNA Forensics in India in August 2022.

Competitor Insights

Some of the key players operating in the forensic genomics market are Thermo Fisher Scientific, Inc., Gene by Gene, Ltd., GE Healthcare, Agilent Technologies, Inc., Illumina, Inc., Eurofins Discovery, Verogen, Inc, and Neogen Corporation.

To achieve a competitive edge, these companies are implementing a variety of growth strategies. Strategic partnerships, alliances, and agreements with different businesses and research institutions are seen to be the main strategies used by companies in this sector.

• For instance, in order to expedite the adoption of forensic research genetic genealogy, Verogen, Inc. and Gene by Gene agreed into a partnership agreement in August 2022. Complex forensic samples could gain from standardized bioinformatic techniques and relatively affordable whole genome sequencing services through this collaboration.

This comprehensive research report focuses on the global and regional market size and forecasts of diverse segments including product, method, and application from 2023 to 2033.

Report Scope:

Segmentation: Forensic Genomics Market Report 2022 – 2033

Product (Revenue, USD Million), 2022 – 2033

• Software
• Analyzers & Sequencers
• Kits & Consumables

Method (Revenue, USD Million), 2022 – 2033

• PCR Amplification
• Capillary Electrophoresis
• Next-generation Sequencing

Application (Revenue, USD Million), 2022 – 2033

• Paternity & Familial Testing
• Criminal Testing
• Others

By Region (Revenue, USD Million), 2022 – 2033

• North America
  • U.S.
  • Canada
• Europe
  • Germany
  • France
  • UK
  • Spain
  • Italy
  • Rest of Europe
• Asia Pacific
  • China
  • Japan
  • India
  • Australia
  • South Korea
  • Rest of APAC
• Latin America
  • Brazil
  • Mexico
  • Argentina
  • Rest of LATAM
• Middle East & Africa
  • South Africa
  • Saudi Arabia
  • Rest of MEA