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Nara Milanich, "Paternity: The Elusive Quest for the Father" (Harvard UP, 2019)

New Books in Science, Technology, and Society

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The Evolution of Paternity Testing: Brazil's Forensic Innovations

This chapter delves into the evolution of paternity testing in Brazil, emphasizing the early use of hereditary blood group testing in the 20th century. It outlines the significant contributions from Latin American scientists and highlights Brazil's leading role in integrating blood tests into legal proceedings, particularly in child support cases.

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