Forensic Science

• Author : William J. Tilstone,Kathleen A. Savage,Leigh A. Clark
• Publisher : ABC-CLIO
• Release : 06 May 2021

Written by experts for the general audience, this A-Z presentation covers all aspects of forensic science from its beginning to its central place in modern law enforcement.

• Author : Lisa Yount
• Publisher : Infobase Publishing
• Release : 01 January 2007

Profiles thirteen notable scientists in the field of forensics, discussing their research, accomplishments, ethical and professional contributions. Includes photographs, illustrations, chronology of notable events, glossary, and a list of resources.

• Author : Anonim
• Publisher : Unknown
• Release : 06 May 1994

• Author : United States. Congress. Senate. Committee on the Judiciary
• Publisher : Unknown
• Release : 06 May 2021

• Author : Jim Fraser
• Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
• Release : 27 February 2020

Forensic science is a subject of wide fascination. What happens at a crime scene? How does DNA profiling work? How can it help solve crimes that happened 20 years ago? In forensic science, a criminal case can often hinge on a piece of evidence such as a hair, a blood trace, half a footprint, or a tyre mark. Complex scientific findings must be considered carefully and dispassionately, and communicated with clarity, simplicity, and precision. High profile cases such as the Stephen

• Author : Frank G. Madrazo
• Publisher : Unknown
• Release : 06 May 1972

• Author : FBI Laboratory
• Publisher : Unknown
• Release : 06 May 1978

• Author : Stuart H. James,Jon J. Nordby,Suzanne Bell,Jon J. Nordby, Ph.D.
• Publisher : CRC Press
• Release : 10 February 2005

Written by highly respected forensic scientists and legal practitioners, Forensic Science: An Introduction to Scientific and Investigative Techniques, Second Edition covers the latest theories and practices in areas such as DNA testing, toxicology, chemistry of explosives and arson, and vehicle accident reconstruction. This second edition offers a cutting-edge presentation of criminalistics and related laboratory subjects, including many exciting new features. What's New in the Second Edition New chapter on forensic entomology New chapter on forensic nursing Simplified DNA chapter More

• Author : Susan Echaore-McDavid,Richard A. McDavid
• Publisher : Infobase Publishing
• Release : 01 January 2009

Provides job profiles in the field of forensic science; includes education and training resources, certification program listings, professional associations, and more.

• Author : James E. Girard,James Girard
• Publisher : Jones & Bartlett Learning
• Release : 06 May 2021

Criminalistics: Forensic Science and Crime gives readers an in-depth overview of this hot-button topic and explores the various tasks and actions that take place in crime scenes and laboratories all across the world today. It places criminalistics within the framework of basic chemistry and biology and clearly explains processes to readers with little or no scientific background. Using a unified approach that blends science with criminal justice, this text helps readers understand the necessities and processes of forensic science in

• Author : John Ballantyne,Jack Ballantyne,George Sensabaugh,Jan Anthony Witkowski
• Publisher : Unknown
• Release : 06 May 1989

Molecular biologists, legal authorities, forensic scientists, and policy analysts address questions of policy such as: Should DNA taken for identification be used to determine other genetic characteristics? Should there be different standards of admissibility for DNA evidence compared with other typ

• Author : Colin Aitken,Franco Taroni,Silvia Bozza
• Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
• Release : 29 December 2020

The leading resource in the statistical evaluation and interpretation of forensic evidence The third edition of Statistics and the Evaluation of Evidence for Forensic Scientists is fully updated to provide the latest research and developments in the use of statistical techniques to evaluate and interpret evidence. Courts are increasingly aware of the importance of proper evidence assessment when there is an element of uncertainty. Because of the increasing availability of data, the role of statistical and probabilistic reasoning is gaining

• Author : Andrew R. W. Jackson,Julie M. Jackson
• Publisher : Pearson Education
• Release : 06 May 2021

This text aims to provide a broad, scientifically rigorous introduction to forensic science. It covers processes from the crime scene to presentation of forensic science in court and focuses on the chemical, biological and physical methods used in forensic examination.

• Author : Deepak Rawtani,Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain
• Publisher : John Wiley & Sons
• Release : 02 November 2020

The book "Technology in Forensic Science" provides an integrated approach by reviewing the usage of modern forensic tools as well as the methods for interpretation of the results. Starting with best practices on sample taking, the book then reviews analytical methods such as high-resolution microscopy and chromatography, biometric approaches, and advanced sensor technology as well as emerging technologies such as nanotechnology and taggant technology. It concludes with an outlook to emerging methods such as AI-based approaches to forensic investigations.

• Author : National Research Council,Division on Earth and Life Studies,Commission on Life Sciences,Committee on DNA Technology in Forensic Science
• Publisher : National Academies Press
• Release : 01 February 1992

Matching DNA samples from crime scenes and suspects is rapidly becoming a key source of evidence for use in our justice system. DNA Technology in Forensic Science offers recommendations for resolving crucial questions that are emerging as DNA typing becomes more widespread. The volume addreses key issues: Quality and reliability in DNA typing, including the introduction of new technologies, problems of standardization, and approaches to certification. DNA typing in the courtroom, including issues of population genetics, levels of understanding among