NSIS Chief Kalifei has announced that the new DNA Scanning Agency (DSA) is now fully operational with regular scans of all NS officers and random scans of lower ranks taking place daily. DSA scans the DNA of NS personnel looking for the tell-tale signs of cloning technology which leaves a trace due to accelerated growth.
An improved DNA scanner is currently under development which can perform the test more quickly. It is understood DSA is working with the Dino SS (who are also carrying out a scanning programme) on the scanning technology.
The head of NS Research Dr Forbidden was asked about the DNA traces at a media briefing. He said that a clone which was allowed to grow at a natural rate would not have the traces and thus would be undetectable. However there was little cause for alarm. "It would take remarkable foresight to create a clone of a baby knowing that they would grow up to become an important NS officer in 30 to 40 years time!"
Dr Forbidden said he did not think Mutre Bee's scientists would be able to remove the DNA traces and thus counter the scans. "We can guess they are working on improving their technology but there will always be a trace. They may try and mask it but we will also be able to improve our scans."
