Forensic sciences
Understanding the Impact of Ventilation on Burn Patterns Can Aid Arson Investigations
In response to a National Academy of Sciences report calling for more research on the variability of burn patterns, Underwriters Laboratories scientists conducted studies on how ventilation affects fire patterns in residential structures.
National Institute of Justice's Forensic Technology Center of Excellence 2019 National Opioid and Emerging Drug Threats Policy and Practice Forum
Toner Particles as Forensic Evidence: Microanalytical Characterization of Known Toner and Recognition of Toner in Environmental Samples
Countering Drug-Impaired Driving: Addressing the Complexities of Gathering and Presenting Evidence in Drug-Impaired Driving Cases
Success Story: Revolutionizing Laboratory Efficiency Assessments Through Project FORESIGHT
Biomechanical Investigation of the Effect of Bone Disorders on Pediatric Femur Fracture Potential
Terrestrial LiDAR Scanning (TLS) Working Group for Criminal Justice Applications, First Meeting Report
Making Use of What's Not Visible in Trace Evidence Examinations
Making Use of What’s Not Visible in Trace Evidence Examinations
Nanoparticles and other subvisible particles potentially present in nearly all trace evidence are often overlooked in forensic investigations. NIJ-supported researchers have characterized several types of particles and developed detection methods.
Novel Technique Improves Analysis of Thermally Unstable Illicit Drugs
Serial Killer Connections Through Cold Cases
Novel Technique Improves Analysis of Thermally Unstable Illicit Drugs
Analyzing illicit drugs such as methamphetamine is difficult because the drugs break down when heated in gas chromatographs. Investigators determined that a new method can avoid the heat issue and improve results.
Development of A Comprehensive Genetic Tool for Identification of Cannabis Sativa Samples for Forensic and Intelligence Purposes
A Mechanism Based Forensic Investigation into the Postmortem Redistribution of Morphine
Metabolism and Analysis of Desomorphine
The Determination and Evaluation of Pyrolytic Products: A Focus on Synthetic Cannabinoids
Digital Evidence Policies and Procedures Manual
Comprehensive Needs Assessment of Forensic Laboratories and Medical Examiner/Coroner Offices Points to Solutions for a System Under Stress
Just Science Podcast: Just Applied Leadership for Resiliency in CSIS
Importance of Risk Assessments to Positive Outcomes for Youth - Juvenile Justice Research Spotlight
Dr. Vincent discusses her research on how risk assessment and risk need responsivity affect change in how we handle individuals in the justice system.
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