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Following are articles published by the National Institute of Justice
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Subtopic: DNA (Deoxyribonucleic Acid)
Determining the Age-At-Death of Infants, Children, and Teens
Date Published
April 16, 2024
Researchers have developed a tool that uses dental remains to accurately determine the age-at-death of the young and very young.
The Impact of False or Misleading Forensic Evidence on Wrongful Convictions
Date Published
November 28, 2023
Research has found key areas within forensic science that are associated with higher rates of wrongful convictions. Addressing them should strengthen trust in our criminal justice system.
Embodying Evidence to Action: Tracking the Impact of Three Key NIJ Research Investments
Date Published
August 21, 2023
Summary of the Opening Plenary at the 2023 NIJ Research Conference
When DNA Samples Are Complicated: Calculating Variation in Mixed Samples Interpretation
Date Published
December 12, 2022
NIJ-funded researchers create precision and accuracy statistics to assess variation in the interpretation of complex DNA mixtures.
Best Practices for DNA Laboratory Efficiency
Date Published
May 26, 2022
Introduction to the National Best Practices for Improving DNA Laboratory Process Efficiency
Improving Bruise Detection with Alternate Light
Date Published
January 4, 2022