Bloodstains, Paintings, and Drugs Raman Spectroscopy Applications in Forensic Science

• NCJ Number: 253284
• Author(s): Shelby R. Khandasammy; Marisia A. Fikiet; Ewelina Mistek; Yasmine Ahmed; Lenka Halamkova; Justin Bueno; Igor R. Lednev
• Date Published: May 2018
• Length: 23 pages
• Grant Number(s): 2014-DN-BX-K016; 2016-DN-BX-0166
• Agencies: NIJ-Sponsored
• Award: Raman spectroscopy for analyzing body fluid traces: Moving towards a practical forensic application; Vibrational Spectroscopy of Gunshot Residue

Annotation

This review recounts recent developments in Raman spectroscopy within forensic science.

Abstract

Topics covered in this manuscript include chemometrics, controlled substances, toxicology, counterfeit pharmaceuticals, explosives, gunshot residue, hair, fibers, paints, lipstick and nail polish, body fluids, forensic anthropology, and document examination. (publisher abstract modified)