Articles Published by NIJ

As NamUs nears its 10th anniversary, we reflect on the program’s history, successes, and continued commitment to helping families.

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

Recommendations for a victim-centered approach in responding to sexual assault cases.

By touching a cell phone, car keys, or even a pen, you are leaving behind a chemical signature that can reveal much about how you live your daily life.

With support from the National Institute of Justice, the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department and the state of Nevada teamed up to reduce the backlog of untested sexual assault kits.

The National Institute of Justice, through the Forensic Technology Center of Excellence, hosted Looking Ahead: The National Sexual Assault Policy Symposium on September 8-9, 2016, in Washington, DC.

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

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

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