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.
The blog will also be used to alert readers to website updates, including all the guest submissions that we receive via Forensic Science Q&A and Forensic Science 2.0
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Jul 2, 2009, Looking For An Online Criminal Justice Course? Look No Further
A comprehensive directory of online criminal justice course information
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Jul 2, 2009, From B.A. in Nursing to Master in Forensic Science
I have an BSN (Baccalaureate in Nursing) and I am interested in a Master in Forensic Science. I just want to know what kind of job I can apply or seek
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Jul 2, 2009, Certificate in Crime Scene Spec
If I get a certificate in crime scene Spec CT what kind of jobs can I
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Jul 2, 2009, Computer Forensics
How has the field of forensic science been impacted by the World Wide Web?
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Jun 30, 2009, Science Pictures: A Collection of Quality Free Images.
Welcome to the science pictures page. The aim of this page is to create a depository of quality pictures that can be freely used in science projects, presentations, lectures etc.
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Jun 30, 2009, Crime Scene Photos: A Collection of Free Quality Crime Scene Photos
Welcome to the crime scene photos page. Please feel free to download and use any of the crime scene pictures featured below in your science projects, presentations, lectures, teaching materials etc.
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Jun 30, 2009, Blood Typing
What are the advantages and disadvantages of blood typing?
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Jun 29, 2009, Decomposition
How bad would a body decompose after one week at about 80
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Jun 29, 2009, Organic And Inorganic Trace Evidence
I am writing a paper for school. Does anyone know some websites I can go to to find detailed information on the differences between organic and
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Jun 29, 2009, Liver Temperature And Rigor Mortis
I'm working on a book and I was wondering a couple of things. What would the Liver temp be for a body that had been dead about 12 hours? Also, when
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Jun 28, 2009, 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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Jun 25, 2009, Forensic Investigations & Internet Communications?
How do forensic investigations work in the context of Internet Communications?
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Jun 25, 2009, Career Diploma in Forensic Science
What kind of job can i get with a career diploma in forensic science?
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Jun 24, 2009, Crime Scene Investigation Information Guide
Welcome to the All About Forensic Science crime scene investigation pages. From here you will be able to access content and resources relating to all aspects of crime scene investigation.
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Jun 24, 2009, Crime Scene Documentation Information Page
Documentation of the scene begins with the first responder. Police officers are taught the importance of taking notes from the time of arrival. The crime scene investigator documents the scene in...
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Jun 24, 2009, Crime Scene Collection Techniques Information Page
The crime scene investigator performing the collection must ensure tools are clean or sterilized and that gloves are changed between handling each sample...
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Jun 23, 2009, Crime Scene Evidence Information Page
Items of physical crime scene evidence are not always visible to the naked eye and may be easily overlooked. A deliberate, methodical, disciplined approach to collection and preservation of evidence..
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Jun 23, 2009, Types of Crime Scene Information Page
The outdoor crime scene is the most vulnerable to loss, contamination, and deleterious change of physical evidence in a relatively short period of time. Individuals with access to the scene can...
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Jun 23, 2009, Forensic Science Degree Question
How long does it generally take to get a forensic science
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Jun 23, 2009, Forensic Science Career Change
I'm researching forensic sciences as a potential career change and was wondering if anybody could offer a little insight. I was looking at some of the
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Jun 17, 2009, Forensic DNA Information Guide
Anybody looking for information about forensic DNA will come across a number of related terms e.g. genetic fingerprinting, DNA testing, DNA typing, DNA profiling etc. The important thing to note...
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Jun 17, 2009, STR Analysis Information Page
Short tandem repeat (STR) technology is a forensic analysis that evaluates specific regions (loci) found on nuclear DNA. The variable (polymorphic) nature of the STR regions that are analyzed for...
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Jun 17, 2009, DNA Testing Information Page
The evolution of DNA testing advanced significantly when Dr. Kary Mullis discovered that DNA could be copied in the laboratory much as it is in the natural world. The copying process, known as...
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Jun 17, 2009, DNA Analysis Information Page
DNA analysis is a powerful tool as each person’s DNA is unique (except in the case of of identical twins). Therefore, DNA evidence collected from a crime scene can implicate or eliminate a suspect...
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Jun 17, 2009, Mitochondrial DNA Information Page
Mitochondrial DNA (mtDNA) has provided forensic scientists with a valuable tool for determining the source of DNA recovered from damaged, degraded, or very small biological samples. MtDNA is a small..
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Jun 17, 2009, Forensic DNA
In doing DNA testing on a pair of panties for a rape case. Would the Lab cut up the panties and keep only the piece of material with the evidence on
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Jun 16, 2009, Microscope Pictures: A Collection of Free Quality Microscope Pictures
Welcome to the microscope pictures page. Please feel free to download and use any of the microscope pictures featured below in your science projects, presentations, lectures, teaching materials etc.
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Jun 16, 2009, DNA Pictures: A Collection of Free Quality DNA Pictures
Welcome to the DNA pictures page. Please feel free to download and use any of the DNA pictures featured below in your science projects, presentations, lectures, teaching materials etc.
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Jun 16, 2009, How Long Does It Take To Become A Qualified Forensic Scientist in The UK
I'm starting an applied science course at college and then I intend to study further at university. How many years will it take for me to become a
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Jun 15, 2009, Forensic Education
How many years of college are needed to become an Forensic Scientist? What courses should I take in college?
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Jun 14, 2009, 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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Jun 14, 2009, Forensic Mystery
My question: A person wants to fake their death and decides to make it look like they had been burned to death. To do this they use someone else body
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Jun 14, 2009, Gun Powder Ballistic Report
How long does it usually take to receive a gun powder ballistic report?
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Jun 14, 2009, Processing A Possible Murder Weapon
For my last assignment I have to explain in detail how I would process a hammer as a possible murder weapon and I just want to clarify something. When
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Jun 14, 2009, Twin Fingerprints
Do identical twins have indentical
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Jun 14, 2009, Contact Shotgun Head Wounds
Will a contact head wound from a 12ga shotgun with a 00 buckshot round have an entrance and an exit wound, or will there just be an entrance wound?
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Jun 14, 2009, Forensic Psychiatry and Serial Killers.
How is forensic psychiatry used to detect serial
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Jun 13, 2009, Introducing The Best Free Online Murder Mystery Games
We scoured the Internet looking for quality free online murder mystery games more out of hope than expectation; but much to our delight, the good old BBC ...
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Jun 7, 2009, Read Full Text Expert Forensic Science Articles For Free
This section of the All About Forensic Science website provides access to published peer reviewed articles. The authors of these publications have very kindly given permission for direct links...
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Jun 7, 2009, Forensic Science Conferences & Workshop Listings
A regularly updated list of the best world wide forensic science conferences and workshops
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Jun 7, 2009, Forensic Nursing Information Guide
According to the International Association of Forensic Nurses (IAFN), forensic nursing is the application of nursing science to public or legal proceedings; the application of the forensic aspects...
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Jun 7, 2009, Elder Abuse Information Guide
Elder Abuse definitions vary considerably from state to state in terms of what constitutes abuse, neglect, or exploitation of the elderly. However, broadly speaking it can involve physical violence...
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Jun 5, 2009, Forensic Odontology in The USA
What is the scope of forensic odontology in the USA? Colleges, fees
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Jun 5, 2009, Forensic Science Course
Do I need a BSc or any specialised degree before pursuing a forensic science
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Jun 5, 2009, Fingerprint Analyst Recruitment Question
Do you have to pass the same endurance program as a law enforcement officer, to become a fingerprint analyst?
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Jun 5, 2009, Current Criminal Justice AS Major: Can I find A Job?
I am currently a student in an associates based Criminal Justice program. My goal is to become a CSI however, I do understand there are certain steps
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Jun 4, 2009, Forensic Accounting Degree Directory
Welcome to the forensic accounting degree directory. The aim of this page is to help anybody thinking about becoming a certified forensic accountant obtain information relating to forensic accounting.
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Jun 4, 2009, Forensic Accounting Information Guide
Forensic accounting is the application of accounting principles, theories, and disciplines to facts or hypotheses at issue in a legal dispute, and encompasses every branch of accounting knowledge.
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Jun 1, 2009, The Forensic Science eBook Collection
There are literally thousands of forensic science related books and publications that are in the public domain and as such can be found on the Internet in electronic form...
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Jun 1, 2009, The CSI Effect: Does It Really Exist: Forensic Science eBook Collection
Very useful article concerning the "CSI" Effect, i.e., the perception of the near-infallibility of forensic science in response to forensic TV shows. This wide ranging paper documents research...
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