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Forensic sciences

Forensic and Investigative Sciences

Forensic science is the application of sciences such as physics, chemistry, biology, computer science and engineering to matters of law.  

NIJ’s forensic science research and development program focuses on basic and applied scientific research with the intent to:

  • Direct the...

David Stoney

Title
Chief Scientific Officer; NIJ Graduate Research Fellow