Following are articles published by the National Institute of Justice
Understanding Forensic Intelligence: The NIJ Framework
Detecting Drug Exposure Long After the Fact: New Method Proves Effective
NIJ-funded researchers develop a novel blood protein modification assay to detect drug exposure long after the limits of traditional urine or blood tests.
Fighting the Uphill War Against Illicit Drugs and Overdose Deaths: Detecting Emerging Designer Drugs and Opioid Analogs
Early warning system helps lessen the harm from the tsunami of illicit drugs flowing into the U.S.
Embodying Evidence to Action: Tracking the Impact of Three Key NIJ Research Investments
Summary of the Opening Plenary at the 2023 NIJ Research Conference
Using Science To Enhance Equity
Findings and Implications From a Study To Detect Bruising on Victims With Dark Skin
The Emerging Field of Firearms Audio Forensics
NIJ grantee Robert Maher is changing the field of audio forensics with novel techniques to document and interpret gunshot recordings.
Director’s Message - NIJ Journal Issue No. 284
Study Assesses the Accuracy and Reproducibility of Bloodstain Pattern Analysis
Black box study of bloodstain pattern analysts finds contrasting conclusions due to terminology; highlights importance of establishing consensus standards.
Early-Career Forensic Toxicologists Take Home Top Awards for NIJ-Funded Research
Sara Walton, Laerissa Reveil, Tyson Baird, and Bailey Jones won prestigious awards at the Society of Forensic Toxicologists 2022 meeting.
Scientist Wins Prestigious Charles Mann Award for NIJ-Supported Research
Igor Lednev, a SUNY chemistry professor, and several of his students, won top awards for their Raman spectroscopy research at the recent SCIX conference.
The History and Legacy of the Latent Fingerprint Black Box Study
The FBI's black box study on latent prints continues to influence the criminal justice system's understanding of the validity and reliability of forensic testimony.
Meeting the Evolving Challenges of Fentanyl and Other Emerging Drugs of Abuse: Innovative Strategies for Improving Analysis
NIJ-supported research offers new workflow for complicated drug analysis, improves upon traditional workflow.