Following are articles published by the National Institute of Justice
Direct Comparison of Body Fluid Identification Technologies
Forensic investigators now have more information on the performance of identification technologies for biological fluids.
From the Director: Body Armor Standards Updated to Better Protect Those in the Line of Fire
Drugs and Crime Research Projects
Undocumented Immigrant Offending Rate Lower Than U.S.-Born Citizen Rate
Analysis of Texas arrest records indicates a consistent trend across violent, drug, property, and traffic offenses between 2012 and 2018.
Child Trauma: Determining Accidental Injury From Intentional Abuse
NIJ has funded academic institutions and medical examiners’ offices to research the determination of intentional versus accidental trauma in infants and children.
Improving Sexual Assault Kit Outcomes
Researchers have identified connections between the development of a CODIS-eligible DNA profile and attributes associated with sexual assault victims and assault characteri
Addressing the Challenges of Detecting Drug-Facilitated Sexual Assault
NIJ has funded research to address the challenges of detecting DFSA for several years. This research includes projects that examine ways to improve forensic hair testing and how drugs modify blood proteins.
Patents Generated by NIJ-Sponsored Projects
Evaluating Technology-Based Services for Victims of Crime
Three NIJ-funded evaluations enhance our understanding about the effectiveness of technology-based services for victims who experience crime and violence.
What’s That Drug? Fast Screening of Seized Drugs
NIJ-funded scientists from West Virginia University develop quick, easy, and accurate drug tests.
Five Things About Youth and Delinquency
These five findings provide insights into the nature, scope, and context of youth and delinquency.
Reducing Gun Violence Through Integrated Forensic Evidence Collection, Analysis, and Sharing
Multi-pronged approach of data integration, collaboration, and intelligence-led policing has helped reduce gun violence in New Jersey.
Restoring Promise
Positive research results from a program that aims to transform correctional culture.