Forensic Science Blog
Welcome to The Forensic Science Blog, the place where we document the things that have caught our attention in the world of forensic science.
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May 17, 2008, Crime Scene Photography
I have a forensic homework assignment relating to crime scene photography. Does anybody know what is involved in this profession and what is involved
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May 16, 2008, Hair Growth After Death
I'm a journalist working on a murder mystery case. A man disappeared and his body was found after seven days with no wounds and he was freshly shaven.
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May 15, 2008, Using Alcohol To Remove Trace Evidence From A Crime Scene
Forensic science question. I'm writing a book in which the criminal kills his victims in the back of a van. The criminal wipes down the inside of the
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May 14, 2008, Forensic Science in Australia
I was wondering what year 12 subjects I would have to take to go to University and then become a forensic
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May 14, 2008, Gunshot Wound
Forensic question. If a NEF MODEL R92 22 caliber Long Rifle 9 shot revolver is used to shoot someone, why are the hairs taken from around the gunshot
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May 14, 2008, Exhuming A Body For Autopsy
Forensic science question. What is the specific window of opportunity for exhuming a body in order to do an autopsy? Specifically, an autopsy related
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May 11, 2008, Forensic Science Career Question
What are the steps involved in becoming a forensic
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May 11, 2008, Forensic Science Question About Nitrates
My forensic science question is what is the difference between nitrates in fertilizers and nitrates in
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May 9, 2008, Forensic Science Masters Degree
If you want to do a Masters in forensic science do you have do a B.Sc first? And if so, does the B.Sc have to be in forensic science?
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May 8, 2008, Origins of Forensic Science
How did forensic science originate? What equipment do forensic scientists
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May 7, 2008, Crime Writer Seeking Forensic Information
I am writing a crime fiction novel and need some accurate forensic information. And would like to thank you in advance for your time. At the
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May 7, 2008, Forensic Authenticity Analyses of Tape-Recorded Evidence
Whether you are the proponent or opponent of tape-recorded evidence, expert determination of a recording’s authenticity may at least affect the weight
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May 6, 2008, Forensic Anthropologists
What five attributes must a forensic anthropologist
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May 5, 2008, Criminalistics
If I was to follow a forensic career in criminalistics would I work in a
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May 5, 2008, Dual Forensic Jobs
Do you think it is practical to be involved in more than one type of forensic science, such as forensic anthropology and DNA profiling? I know that
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May 5, 2008, Forensic Scientists
What kind of places do forensic scientists get to
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May 3, 2008, DNA Sample Contamination
Is it normal for somebody to take a DNA swab and then lay the swab on a counter. The counter was in a patient room at a clinic where both staff and
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May 3, 2008, Masters in Forensic Psychology
Can one study for a masters in forensic psychology having done an undergraduate degree in psychology counseling? If not what are the
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May 2, 2008, Psychological Autopsy
What is a psychological autopsy? In what way it is effective within the criminal Justice
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May 2, 2008, Forensic Chemistry
what areas of chemistry are applied in a forensic career? I know areas such as toxicology and chemiluminescence but what
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Apr 29, 2008, The Best Forensic Science Links On The Internet
Take the hassle out of finding high quality forensic science links. Only the very best make it here
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Apr 29, 2008, Forensic Science Book of The Month
Welcome to the forensic science book of the month page. Whether you are new to forensic science, currently studying the topic, or consider yourself an expert...
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Apr 28, 2008, Forensic Science Courses in Australia
Hi, I have 36 years experience as a dental nurse carried out a wide range of procedures such as surgical/implants etc. I am also the infection control
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Apr 24, 2008, Forensic Anthropologist Salary
What is the salary range for a forensic anthropologist?
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Apr 23, 2008, Molecular Biology And Forensic Science
Can anyone tell me about the most recent molecular biology techniques applied within forensic
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Apr 23, 2008, Forensic Chemistry
What is the role of Chemicals in Forensic
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Apr 23, 2008, DNA From Human Hair
how do forensic scientists extract DNA from human
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Apr 23, 2008, Undergraduate Student Interested in Forensic Investigation
I am an undergraduate student studying law in Nigeria. I am very interested in forensic investigation and forensic medicine. I would like to study in
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Apr 23, 2008, The Future of Forensics
I am writing the curriculum for a new Introduction to Forensics Course and would like to include a section on the Future of Forensics. All ideas are
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Apr 23, 2008, Sperm Survival
Forensic science question. How long can sperm survive in a dead
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Apr 23, 2008, Testable DNA
Forensic DNA question: Is it possible to extract testable DNA from a semen sample which dates back to about 2 years? Also, the dress which contains
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Apr 23, 2008, What Makes A Good Forensic Anthropologist
What attributes must a good forensic anthropologist
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Apr 18, 2008, The All About Forensic Science Guestbook
Many thanks for visiting the All About Forensic Science website. Any feedback you have would be gratefully received. Whether it's just to say hello, to comment about a specific forensic...
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Apr 16, 2008, The Science of Criminal Investigation
When did the solving of crimes first become scientific?
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Apr 16, 2008, Nanotechnology in Forensic Science
What aspects of nanotechnology can be applied within forensic
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Apr 16, 2008, The Future of Forensic Science
Will forensics always be needed or will something more advanced take its
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Apr 8, 2008, Forensic Techniques
What are some of the techniques used in forensic
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Apr 8, 2008, Forensic Terminology and Tools
Hi I am really interested in writing a book on Forensic Science but to do this I need to know about the terms used and what tools are used during an
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Apr 8, 2008, DNA From A Sterile Man
Is it possible to obtain a DNA sample from a sterile man's
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Apr 8, 2008, Forensics and College Degrees
I recently found out that UNLV is getting rid of its Forensic Science Program and now I don't know which way to go. In order to qualify for a job in
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Apr 8, 2008, Studying Forensics
I'm a young student hoping to start A levels in 2008/2009. I really enjoy watching movies where investigators use forensic science to solve cases and
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Apr 8, 2008, Forensic Assessment
What are the forensic assessment criteria that help identify whether a patient or offender is dangerous to the extent that he (or she) might commit
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Apr 3, 2008, Forensic Evidence On A Dead Body
Forensic evidence question: If a dead body is laying on a coin for a long time, would it leave a stain? How would different environmental conditions
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Apr 2, 2008, Forensic Science Courses in The UK and Ireland
what colleges in Ireland and the UK offer forensic sciences courses?
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Apr 1, 2008, Scope of Forensic Science in Canada
I am doing a Masters in forensic science in India. I would like to know if I can get a work placement in Canada after completion of my studies and
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Apr 1, 2008, Forensic Degree Financing
I have a first degree in IT and a minor in Biology. I want to pursue a master's in Forensic Biology or Crime scene investigation, where can I access
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Apr 1, 2008, Forensic Science Reports
Forensic Science Reports? How could I write a Formal Statement to present evidence to a court? Are there any mandatory requirements for such a
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Mar 30, 2008, Fingerprint Identification Points
Forensic science question. How many points do fingerprints have to have in common to be classed as coming from the same
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Mar 29, 2008, Forensic Science Research Topic
I am a student of F.Y.B.sc (Life Science). Can anyone suggest a topic of research in the field of forensic science. It's for an undergraduate research
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Mar 28, 2008, Forensic Science in Africa
I would like to know whether there are universities in Africa offering a Diploma in Forensic
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