Category: Forensic Science

  • The Role of DNA in Criminal Investigations: Solving Crimes with Genetic Evidence

    In the elaborate choreography of criminal investigations, DNA stands as an eminent beacon, shedding light on the pursuit of truth and justice with its unmatched precision. Within our cellular makeup lies a genetic narrative, an intricate tale of identity that indelibly impacts the realm of forensic science. In the esteemed halls of justice, where the…

  • Forensic Science Case Study

    Table of contents I. Introduction II. Background of the Case Study III. Forensic Techniques Used in the Case Study A. DNA Analysis B. Fingerprint Analysis C. Ballistic Analysis Challenges Faced in the Case Study V. Conclusion VI. Recommendations VII. Future Research VIII. References I. Introduction Forensic science is a fascinating field that plays a critical…

  • Forensic Anthropology Report on Specimens

    Table of contents Materials and Methods Results Human Skull Pelvic Girdle X-Ray of Right Lower Extremity Conclusion A skull was found by a hiker in a shallow grave in an undisclosed location as well as various skeletal body parts from different individuals in a mass grave. I was called to two different sites. My job…

  • The Rhetoric of Forensic Science: an Analytical Perspective

    Introduction Forensic science has become a cornerstone of modern criminal investigations, permeating both real-world law enforcement and popular media. The field’s reliance on scientific principles to uncover truths in criminal cases has not only advanced the criminal justice system but also captivated the public imagination. This essay aims to explore the rhetorical strategies employed in…

  • Forensic Toxicologist Job Description

    Toxicology is the study of all the adverse effects of drugs and chemicals that can take a toll on biological systems. Forensic toxicology has to take into consideration the application of toxicology for the purposes of the testimony at law, or in a specific medicolegal context. A forensic toxicologist will have to find answers to…

  • History of Hair & Fibers in Forensic Science

    The importance of examining a hair or fiber was documented in the early stages of forensic science. One of the first forensic science reports involving the scientific study of hair was published in France, in 1857. This introduced the idea of hair and fiber analysis and the field expanded fast in the early 20th century…

  • History of Hair and Fiber Analysis

    In forensic science history, the importance of examining a hair or fiber was recorded at its early stages. One of the first forensic science articles involving the scientific study of hair was published in France, in 1857. This introduced the knowledge of analysis and this study continued flourishing in the early 20th century after forensic…

  • Importance of Forensic Photography in a Crime Scene Investigation

    Table of contents Forensic Photography Required equipment for photography Filters Electronic flash Remote sync cord for electronic flash Extra camera and electronic flash batteries Locking cable release Tripod Film Photo log, notebook, and pen Color chart or color control patches Flashlight Importance of forensic photography in a crime scene investigation Methods of Preserving and Recording…

  • Forensic Entomology: The Use of Insects

    Table of contents Introduction History Arthropoda Five Stages of Decomposition Fueled by Insect Activity DNA analysis for species identification Introduction Forensic Entomologists apply their knowledge of entomology to provide information for criminal investigations. Species succession may also provide clues for investigators. Some species may feed on a fresh corpse, while another species may prefer to…

  • Application of Science in Forensic Studies

    Table of contents Introduction Observation and description of a phenomenon or a group of phenomena Formulation of a hypothesis or hypotheses to explain the phenomena Use of the hypothesis to predict the existence of other phenomena, or to quantitatively predict the results of new observations Performance of tests of predictions by several independent experimenters Conclusion…