Articles Published by NIJ

Researchers  expanded the National Center for Forensic Science Smokeless Powders Database from 100 to more than 800 entries.

3D printing technology both supports and challenges criminal investigation.

Criminals track dust particles to and from virtually every crime scene, but particles on a suspect’s shoes are seldom used as evidence linking the accused to the crime. In this NIJ-supported project, researchers assert that investigators can use small par

Researchers conducted a statistical study of handwriting characteristics to provide a database so that forensic document examination standards will better stand up to judicial scrutiny.

Researchers who developed a 3-D imaging system for analyzing cartridge casings say their latest work is “a critical next step” that gives cartridge analysis more credibility by including datasets, best practices, and performance checks.

Sidebar to the article Sexual Assault Cases: Exploring the Importance of Non-DNA Forensic Evidence

Researchers claim they have developed a prototype system that could enable “low-cost, portable, objective analysis of tool marks.”

NIJ-funded study examined the developmental and familial pathways to intimate partner violence involvement in young adulthood and identify partner influences on intimate partner violence.

Research-based information that can help inform policy decisions and improve understanding of the criminal justice system.