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Expanding Research to Examine the Impacts of Forensic Science on the Criminal Justice System

December 2020

In 2004, the National Institute of Justice created the social science research on forensic sciences (SSRFS) research program to explore the impact of forensic sciences on the criminal justice system and the administration of justice. Much of the early research from the SSRFS program focused on DNA processing and the use of DNA in investigations and prosecutions.

Forensic Technology Center of Excellence, Fiscal Year 2021

Closing Date
NIJ plans to seek proposals from qualified applicants to establish and operate a Forensic Technology Center of Excellence to support NIJ’s research, development, testing, and evaluation process and technology transition activities in all areas of forensic science.

In the Best Light

Date Published
October 2007
Publication Type
Issue Overview
Agencies
NIJ-Sponsored

Getting a Grip

Date Published
October 2007
Publication Type
Issue Overview
Agencies
NIJ-Sponsored