ENTITY: - **Twist Bioscience**
DATE: 13-03-2026

**Forensic Audit Memo – Twist Bioscience (Synthetic DNA)**

1. **Objective**: Assess data integrity, chain-of-custody protocols, and synthetic DNA sequence verification processes.
2. **Scope**: Review digital records, lab instrumentation logs, and third-party validation reports for 2023.
3. **Findings**: Identified discrepancies in sequence alignment metadata; traceability gaps in raw material sourcing.
4. **Recommendation**: Implement blockchain-based tracking and mandatory third-party audits for critical batches.

**Status**: Pending executive review.

[NOTARIZED BY 2A AGENCY]