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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.


Feature Writer Articles in Forensic Science

 		DNA Fingerprinting Used for Wine Testing
DNA testing of wine has been used to identify grape origins of wine varieties. It also has applications in preventing counterfeiting of wines.
Forensic Analysis of Terrorist Explosive Devices
Terrorist bombings require an international approach to forensic investigation. Crime scene analysis involves identifying the type of explosive used.
Identifying Bacteria with Microbial Forensics
Biological weapons like bacteria, viruses or parasites used in bioterrorism attacks require identification as part of routine forensic crime scene investigation.
How to Find a Missing Person with NamUs Database
A U.S. national missing persons database is now available for use by forensic investigators and the general public to help locate and identify lost relatives.
Gift Book Ideas for Forensic Science Fans
Forensic science is still hot these days, on television and in media reports.There are many nonfiction forensics books that would make great gifts for crime buffs.
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Contributing Articles in Forensic Science

 		Justice Affects the Innocent
The need for closure can be extreme - so extreme, that it often affects innocent beings. And this desperate need for closure can have severe consequences.
Paleopathology
Disease is the ancient foe of mankind. In order to combat modern epidemics, scientists seek to understand the cause and spread of disease in ancient history.
Crime Scene Chemistry
When investigators examine evidence at a crime scene or take evidence back to the laboratory many of the tests involve a bit of chemistry.
Modus Operandi of Black Widows
Do Black Widows have a modus operandi (MO), or do they just knock off their husbands and relatives at random?
Black Widow Women – Female Serial Killers
Financial security is usually at the root of the needs of women who commit violent crimes, even those they call the Black Widows.
Forensic Toxicology – Postmortem Drug Analysis
After the sudden death of King of Pop, Michael Jackson, everyone is waiting on the results of the forensic toxicology tests, which may be inconclusive.
Clandestine Drug Labs and Removing Toxic Waste
Removing toxic waste and the remediation of the site after an illegal drug lab bust is a complicated and costly exercise, from contamination detection to encapsulation.
Illegal Drug Labs and Environmental Damage
Illegal drug labs often leave lasting environmental damage; clandestine meth labs provide no easy answers for the forensic teams who asses and evaluate them for cleanup.
Free eBooks – Inside the Criminal Mind
The first two titles in the "Inside the Criminal Mind: A Forensic Psychology eBook Collection Special" have been released on the All About Forensic Psychology Website.
Danie Krugel – Finding Missing Persons
Danie Krugel an ex- cop from South Africa claims to be able to find missing persons across the globe with a single sample of DNA using a form of quantum physics.
Battlefield Forensics
Military operations in the global war on terrorism have made new demands from the forensic science disciples. This discipline is called battlefield forensics.
Catching Criminals with Bugs
Creepy crawly bugs are put to good use by forensic entomologists, who use flies and beetles to help law enforcement officials catch criminals.
Criminal Forensics Milestones
The first fingerprint evidence ever; when was DNA evidence first used in the USA? These are part of the interesting timeline of the History of Forensic Science.
What is a Forensic Entomologist?
Forensic entomology is the use of insect knowledge in legal issues. Forensic entomologists are now coming into their own.
How Does Geographic Profiling Work?
Geographic profiling is a good tool to help predict criminal behavior, especially the establishment of the location where the offender may live or work.
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