Following are articles published by the National Institute of Justice
Can CT Scans Enhance or Replace Medicolegal Autopsies?
Researchers look into the utility of postmortem X-ray computed tomography in supplanting or supplementing medicolegal autopsies.
Overview of Impression and Pattern Evidence
Overview of Trace Evidence
Forensic Science: A Time of Transformation
The field finds itself in turmoil over how experts present their results in the courtroom.
The State of Forensic Science: A Q&A With NIJ's Director of Investigative and Forensic Sciences
NIJ Funding: Supporting Emerging Scientists, Building Our Future
One influential scientist reflects on the pivotal role that NIJ funding has played during his prolific career in forensic science.
Tracking Movements With Isotopes
NIJ-supported researchers are using oxygen and strontium isotopes to help law enforcement identify victims.
Overview of Controlled Substances
Fighting Crime With Science
NIJ research and development projects hold promise for significantly improving forensic science disciplines.