DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid)
Backlogs of Forensic DNA Evidence
Using DNA to Solve Property Crimes
Making Sense of DNA Backlogs - Myths vs. Reality
NIJ addresses the challenge of keeping up with an increasing volume of evidence.
Director's Message - NIJ Journal Issue No. 266
Clean Techniques for Handling Evidence
2007 DNA Evidence and Offender Analysis Measurement: DNA Backlogs, Capacity and Funding
DNA — A Prosecutor's Practice Notebook
Becoming a Peer Reviewer for NIJ
NIJ draws reviewers for both its ad hoc and standing review panels from diverse backgrounds and regions who have research knowledge, professional expertise and/or lived experience in across a wide range of justice-relevant areas, including, but not limited to:
- Crime control and prevention
- Community-based violence reduction
- Criminology, law enforcement, or corrections
- Criminal justice reform
- Computer sciences
- Investigative and forensic science and technology, including DNA analysis...
National Institute of Justice Annual Report 2008
NIJ FY 10 Forensic DNA Backlog Reduction Program
Why the Demand for DNA Testing Is Increasing
The demand for DNA testing is rising because everyone is becoming more aware of the potential of DNA evidence to help solve cases.
NIJ FY 10 Forensic DNA Research and Development
NIJ FY 10 Solving Cold Cases with DNA
Increasing Sexual Assault Prosecution Rates
Humane treatment shapes both the victims' recovery and the success of investigations.