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Independent Validation Test of Microscopic Analysis of Saw Marks in Bone

Award Information

Awardee
County of Hrris, Texas
Award #
2010-DN-BX-K235
Funding Category
Competitive
Location

Houston, TX

Congressional District
9
Status
Closed
Funding First Awarded
2010
Total funding (to date)
$26,409
Original Solicitation
NIJ FY 10 Fundamental Research to Improve Understanding of the Accuracy, Reliability, and Measurement Validity of Forensic Science Disciplines

Description of original award (Fiscal Year 2010, $26,409)

The goal of this project is to provide defined best practices for saw mark examination and a definition of the limits of reliability and accuracy that the microscopic analysis of saw marks in bone can achieve. ca/ncf
Date Created: September 1, 2010