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Sidebar to the article Sexual Assault Cases: Exploring the Importance of Non-DNA Forensic Evidence

Investigating and prosecuting sexual assault crimes is much more complicated than simply performing DNA testing.

Research-based information that can help inform policy decisions and improve understanding of the criminal justice system.

A review of erroneous convictions that involved forensic science can help identify critical lessons for forensic scientists as they perform testing, interpret results, render conclusions, and testify in court.

Recommendations for a victim-centered approach in responding to sexual assault cases.

By touching a cell phone, car keys, or even a pen, you are leaving behind a chemical signature that can reveal much about how you live your daily life.

The National Institute of Justice, through the Forensic Technology Center of Excellence, hosted Looking Ahead: The National Sexual Assault Policy Symposium on September 8-9, 2016, in Washington, DC.

Many jurisdictions across the country are looking at the issue of sexual assault evidence that has not been submitted to a crime lab for testing

One influential scientist reflects on the pivotal role that NIJ funding has played during his prolific career in forensic science.

NIJ-supported researchers are using oxygen and strontium isotopes to help law enforcement identify victims.