NIJ is seeking proposals for research and development projects that will: (1) increase the body of knowledge to guide and inform forensic science policy and practice or (2) result in the production of useful materials, devices, systems, or methods that have the potential for forensic application. The intent of this program is to direct the findings of basic scientific research, research and development in broader scientific fields applicable to forensic science, and ongoing forensic science research toward the development of highly discriminating, accurate, reliable, cost-effective, and rapid methods for the identification, analysis, and interpretation of physical evidence for criminal justice purposes. Notes: See FAQs related to this solicitation.Additional information on the "strategic priorities" referenced on page 23: NIJ’s Forensic Science Technology Working Group (TWG) represents the forensic science practitioner community in identifying, discussing, and prioritizing operational needs and requirements of the field. The TWGs help NIJ ensure that current and future research and development investments meet practitioner needs. Theoperational requirements discussed at the FY2014 Forensic Science TWG meeting have been posted to the NIJ website at the following link. Please note this is informational only and is intended to assist you in your proposal development.
Awards
Number of Awards: 47
Total Amount Awarded: $20,039,994
A Hybrid Machine Learning Approach for DNA Mixture Interpretation
A Systematic Evaluation of the Analysis of Drug Microcrystals Using Infrared Microspectroscopy
Adult Age Estimated From New Skeletal Traits And Enhanced Computer-Based Transition Analysis
Advanced statistical population genetics methods for forensic DNA identification.
Advancing audio forensics of gunshot acoustics.
Advancing Molecular Diagnostics in Sudden Unexplained Deaths
Application of Infrared Imaging and Chemometrics to Facilitate the Forensic Examination of Automotive Paints
Applied Research, Development, and Method Validation for a Statistically Based Comparison of Tool Marks using GelSight-Based 3D Imaging and Novel Comparison Algorithms for Firearm Forensics
Assessment of rapid, robust and efficient postmortem DNA sampling method for DVI and missing persons identification
Body fluid analysis by surface enhanced Raman spectroscopy for forensic applications
Characterization and Abuse of Electronic Cigarettes: The Efficacy of a Personal Vaporizer as an Illicit Drug Delivery System
Continued Development of FROG-kb: A Forensic Resource/Reference on Genetics knowledge base
Data mining PCC annual reports
Developing Effective Methods for Addressing Contextual Bias in Forensic Science
Development of a Computer Simulation Model to Predict Potential Bruising Patterns Associated with Common Childhood Falls
Development of Heated Headspace Solid Phase Microextraction-Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry for Chemical Profiling of Marjuana
Differential Sampling of Footwear to Separate Relevant Evidentiary Particles from Background Noise
Establishing Exclusion Criteria and the Significance of Inclusion: Developing Tools for the Interpretation of Complex DNA Mixtures
Evaluating the Skin Microbiome as Trace Evidence
Evaluation of high density SNP Microarrays to Obtain Phenotypic and Ancestry Information from Skeletal Remains
Evaluation of The Use of A Non-Contact, 3D Scanner for Collecting Postmortem Fingerprints
Finding the Region of Origin of Bloodspatters in Complex Situations: Novel Physics-Based Methods and Tools
Forensic Toxicological Screening/Confirmation of 500+ Designer Drugs by LC-QTOF-MS and LC-QqQ-MS Analysis
Foundational Research into the Quantification of the Value of Forensic Evidence for Complex Evidential Forms arising from Impression and Pattern Evidence
Hand-Held Multispectral Camera for Crime Scene Investigation
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