Following are articles published by the National Institute of Justice
Detecting Drugs in Hair: Is It Drug Use or Environmental Contamination?
NIJ-funded researchers develop a new approach to address a long-standing problem in toxicology.
Drug-Impaired Driving: The Contribution of Emerging and Undertested Drugs
The Daunting Task of Strengthening Medical Examiner and Coroner Investigations Across Hundreds of Jurisdictions
After a five-year fact-finding mission, a multi-agency working group has identified a host of problems in the U.S. medical examiner/coroner system, but solutions remain elusive.
Transforming Correctional Culture and Climate
Borrowing from innovations abroad, U.S. correctional facilities are piloting more humane living environments that are grounded in principles of restorative justice to support rehabilitation and enhance safety for all who work and reside in them.
Five Things to Know About Women and Reentry
Building Knowledge About Victim Services
Data from the National Crime Victimization Survey showcase trends in victim service use and how the Bureau of Justice Statistics is addressing gaps in understanding around victim services and their providers.
Is It an Accident or Abuse? Researchers Develop Predictive Models for Pediatric Head Injuries
NIJ-supported research has enabled biomechanical experts to improve predictive models of head injuries in children, helping physicians and law enforcement to better distinguish between accidental injury and abuse.
New Forensic Methods to Accurately Determine THC in Seized Cannabis
NIJ-funded researchers address the need for simple, cost-effective ways to differentiate hemp from marijuana.