Forensic Science

Feature Writer: Melissa Murfin
Forensic Science deals with both life and with death. DNA, Cloning and Stem Cell Research fall into this category. So do all the details of a crime scene like ballistics, fiber analysis, forensic dentistry, toolmarks, poisoning, wounds, forensic sculpture, accident investigation and many more.
Wherever we go and whatever we do we always leave traces behind. No matter how microscopic, they can be detected through the growing and evolving discipline of Forensic Science - the tool that brings criminals to book and solves many mysteries.
TV Shows like the CSI series, Dexter, Criminal Minds, Bones, Without a Trace, Crime 360 and the Court TV channel have certainly done a lot for forensic science, some say positive, others disagree. In fact they have created what is referred to as the CSI Effect.
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Melissa Murfin
Nov 22, 2009
Crime Scene Identification of Human Blood
In: Crime Scene Processing
Identifying the source of blood evidence found at a crime scene is one step in a forensic investigation. Various tests are used to determine if the blood is human.
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Nov 15, 2009
Forensic Science of Bloodstain Pattern Analysis
In: Crime Scene Processing
The pattern left by bloodstains at a crime scene are important pieces of evidence in a criminal investigation. Blood spatter answers questions about how crimes occur.
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Nov 8, 2009
Mobile Biometric Fingerprinting Scanners
In: Forensic Science (general)
Police agencies across the world are using mobile biometric fingerprinting for forensic identification. Fingerprint scanners identify suspects and victims more quickly.
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Nov 2, 2009
Obtaining a Forensic Science Certification
In: Forensic Science (general)
The popularity of television shows like CSI and Criminal Minds has made forensics careers popular choices for students. Forensic colleges now offer online classes.
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Nov 1, 2009
Forensic Methods of DNA Testing
In: DNA & Trace Analysis
Analyzing evidence from unsolved cases with new technologies may help in solving decades-old homicides. New forensic techniques in DNA testing aid in this evaluation.
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Oct 30, 2009
Environmental Forensics Tests Chinese Drywall
In: Forensic Science (general)
Homes built with drywall from China are suffering from problems with air quality and metal corrosion. Environmental forensic testing could identify the problem.
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Oct 28, 2009
DNA Analysis Could Help Find Amelia Earhart
In: DNA & Trace Analysis
A hair purportedly from Amelia Earhart could provide the DNA sample needed to compare artifacts found in exploration of the island where she may have crashed and died.
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Oct 26, 2009
Overview of Forensic Chemistry Testing
In: Crime Scene Processing
Crime scene technology includes using chemical analysis techniques to evaluate evidence in areas such as toxicology, general chemistry, metallurgy and paint and polymers.
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