World's First Lab to Study Human Decomposition in Cold Climate
Northern Michigan University's FROST lab is the world's first outdoor facility to study human decomposition in a cold climate
Forensics
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From Muscles to Maggots: How a Variety of Samples Helps Forensic Toxicologists Decipher the Past
As analytical techniques improve or constraints arise, forensic scientists explore new kinds of samples
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Capillary Electrophoresis and the DNA Forensics Renaissance
Capillary electrophoresis has driven improvements in throughput and sensitivity for DNA profiling of short tandem repeats
With a Trace: Solving Crimes with Microscopy
Trace evidence from gunshots, hair, and more helps zero in on fine details
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Crime Lab Design
Advances in technology, increased scrutiny, and developing techniques demand a specific design response
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Software Shows Improvement in Recognizing Masked Faces
Latest NIST test is the first to measure performance of software submitted after pandemic’s arrival
Detecting Fingerprints on Biodegradable and Compostable Bags
Researchers in the UK are working to determine the most effective and efficient ways to identify fingermarks on biodegradable plastic bags
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FaSTR™ DNA Now Available Commercially to Forensic, Research Community
Used with STRmix™, software enables rapid analysis of DNA profiles
Waters Gives More Laboratories Access to Mass Spectrometry with Rapid, Easy, and Compact RADIAN ASAP System
Direct MS system quickly analyzes samples requiring minimal prep or expertise to help improve operational efficiencies and competitiveness