Articles Published by NIJ

The revised standard provides updated test methods and requirements for the protective ensembles worn by public safety bomb technicians.

In neighborhoods with collective efficacy, neighbors agree on what is acceptable behavior and reinforce it in each other.

Many jurisdictions across the country are looking at the issue of sexual assault evidence that has not been submitted to a crime lab for testing

NIJ and a team led by the RAND Corporation are examining how technology could help corrections agencies relieve staff and facility limitations and improve training, policies, and practices

A 2014 LEADS scholar explains how his agency uses evidence-based research to reduce crime and better help the public

One influential scientist reflects on the pivotal role that NIJ funding has played during his prolific career in forensic science.

NIJ-funded evaluations show that the multidisciplinary model refers more elder abuse cases to the district attorney and the Office of the Public Guardian.

NIJ-supported researchers are using oxygen and strontium isotopes to help law enforcement identify victims.

NIJ's Sentinel Events Initiative explores how a culture-changing review of errors could improve the criminal justice system.

Three NIJ-funded studies can help community stakeholders better understand the complex relationship between foreclosures and crime levels in neighborhoods.

NIJ research and development projects hold promise for significantly improving forensic science disciplines.

NIJ sat down with Chris Tillery, Office Director for NIJ's Office of Science and Technology, to examine the standards development process at NIJ.