Following are articles published by the National Institute of Justice
Safeguarding Forensic Science Professionals
The field is just beginning to acknowledge the unique need for a better scientific understanding of the impact of trauma exposure on forensic professionals.
From the Director: Body Armor Standards Updated to Better Protect Those in the Line of Fire
Patents Generated by NIJ-Sponsored Projects
Addressing Contraband in Prisons and Jails as the Threat of Drone Deliveries Grows
Research on Body-Worn Cameras and Law Enforcement
Tapping Into Artificial Intelligence
Advanced Technology to Prevent Crime and Support Reentry
Effect of High-Visibility Enforcement on Motor Vehicle Crashes
Specialized Smartphones Could Keep Released Persons on Track for Successful Reentry
A new line of research envisions mobile devices tapping into artificial intelligence to make reentry more efficient and more likely to succeed for those reentering supervisors, their supervisors, and communities.
Experts Identify Priority Needs for Addressing Correctional Agency Security Threats
Understaffing, illicit drugs, contraband cellphones, and gangs were among top-of-mind issues for experts brought together to identify pervasive security problems facing corrections institutions — and new ways to address them.
History of NIJ Support for Face Recognition Technology
The National Institute of Justice has helped drive development of face algorithms since the 1990s, and NIJ expects to remain engaged as the technology evolves and the operating requirements mature.