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Expert Algorithm for Substance Identification (EASI) using Mass Spectrometry: Application to the Identification of Cocaine on Different Instruments using Binary Classification Models

Date Published

2023

Publication Type

Research (Applied/Empirical)

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DART-HRMS as a triage approach for the rapid analysis of cannabinoid-infused edible matrices, personal-care products and Cannabis sativa hemp plant material

Date Published

March 2022

Publication Type

Research (Applied/Empirical)

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Collecting and Analyzing DNA Evidence from Fingernails: A Comparative Study

Date Published

2014

Publication Type

Research (Applied/Empirical)

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Just Science Podcast: Just Embracing Imperfection in Forensic Science

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Date Published

June 2023

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Evaluation and Implementation of High Throughput Second Generation Sequencing for Mitochondrial DNA Testing in Missing Persons and Forensic Casework at the UNT Center for Human Identification

Date Published

June 2023

Publication Type

Research (Applied/Empirical)

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Just Science Podcast: Just Collaboration in Forensic Research

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Date Published

June 2023

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Development of Analytical Methods for Measuring Δ9-THC in Cannabis Products

Event Dates

June 27, 2023, 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm Eastern

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Online

Event Type

Webinar

Registration Status

Open

Series

Research Clues to Appreciating a New Era of Cannabinoid Conundrums Webinar Series

DART-MS Facilitated Quantification of Cannabinoids in Complex Edible Matrices-Focus on Chocolates and Gelatin-Based Fruit Candies

Date Published

April 2023

Publication Type

Research (Applied/Empirical)

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Vaping: It's Not What You Think

May 2023

Series

Justice Today Podcast

Vaping has grown in popularity as an alternative to cigarettes, but like its predecessor, vaping brings many health complications to consumers. Thanks to the persistence of researchers like Dr. Michelle Peace, these once unknown dangers have been brought to light. Dr. Peace, a tenured Associate Professor and founding member of VCU’s Department of Forensic Science, joins host and NIJ Scientist Dr. Frances Scott to discuss the history and science of vaping and what it does to our bodies.

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Vaping: It's Not What You Think

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Vaping: It's Not What You Think

Building More Reliable Forensic Sciences (Part Two)

April 2023

Series

Justice Today Podcast

The scientific basis of several aspects of forensic evidence was first called into question by the 2009 National Research Council report. That report had an immediate impact on law enforcement, crime labs, courtrooms, and the broader scientific community. 

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Building More Reliable Forensic Sciences (Part Two)

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Building More Reliable Forensic Sciences (Part Two)

Raman spectroscopy for the identification of body fluid traces: Semen and vaginal fluid mixture

Date Published

2023

Publication Type

Research (Applied/Empirical)

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Electrochemical and mass spectrometry methods for identification of gunshot residues (GSR) in forensic investigations

Date Published

2022

Publication Type

Thesis/Dissertation

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Building More Reliable Forensic Sciences (Part One)

Date Published

March 2023

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NIJ

Building More Reliable Forensic Sciences (Part One)

March 2023

Series

Justice Today Podcast

The scientific basis of several aspects of forensic evidence was first called into question by the 2009 National Research Council report. That report had an immediate impact on law enforcement, crime labs, courtrooms, and the broader scientific community. 

Transcript

Building More Reliable Forensic Sciences (Part One)

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Building More Reliable Forensic Sciences (Part One)

Research to Develop Validated Methods for THC Quantification in Complex Matrices by High-resolution DART-MS-Focus on Edibles and Plant Materials

Date Published

2023

Publication Type

Report (Study/Research)

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Working Group on Data Exchange in Medicolegal Death Investigation

Date Published

2022

Publication Type

Research (Applied/Empirical)

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Just Science Podcast: Just DNA Results in Rapid Time

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Date Published

February 2023

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Validation of the Applied Biosystems® 3500 Genetic Analyzer with a comparison of the Identifiler® Plus and PowerPlex® 16 HS amplification kits

Date Published

January 2023

Publication Type

Research (Applied/Empirical)

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Internal Validation of the AmpFℓSTR® Identifiler® Plus PCR Amplification Kit and Comparison to Identifiler® for the Boston Police Department Crime Laboratory

Date Published

January 2023

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Internal Validation of the Applied Biosystems® GlobalFilerTM Express PCR Amplification Kit

Date Published

2012

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The Slow but Steady March Towards a More Reliable Forensic Science

Date Published

December 2022

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NIJ

The Slow but Steady March Towards a More Reliable Forensic Science

NIJ Awards Over $11 Million to Support Forensic Science Research and Development in 2022

On September 30, 2022, NIJ announced $11.6 million in funding to support 23 projects under the “NIJ FY22 Research and Development in Forensic Science for Criminal Justice Purposes” solicitation. Through its research and development grant funding, NIJ continues to advance the speed, accuracy, and reliability of forensic analysis, which ultimately bolsters the...

Using Machine Learning to Identify High Risk Domestic Violence Offenders in NYC, Final Summary Overview

Date Published

2022

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NIJ-Sponsored

Needs Assessment of Forensic Laboratories and Medical Examiner/Coroner Offices: A Report to Congress

Date Published

2019

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