Articles Published by NIJ

In 2005, NIJ began funding social science research on issues relating to forensic science, initiating an entirely new line of research.

A sensor technology first developed for medical use is being adapted to detect and visualize destroyed serial numbers in firearms.

Challenges serve as an alternative to NIJ's traditional grant-making process and as a way to advance the cutting edge of research.

Study finds that increased interaction with nearby large-town agencies improves preparedness of smaller jurisdictions.

We need to better understand how wrongful convictions affect the original crime victims and improve systemic support available to them.

Using rigorous research methods like randomized controlled trials can help increase confidence in evaluation findings.