Following are articles published by the National Institute of Justice
Defining a Face: What Can DNA Phenotyping Really Tell Us About An Unknown Sample?
Social Science Research on Forensic Science: The Story Behind One of NIJ's Newest Research Portfolios
In 2005, NIJ began funding social science research on issues relating to forensic science, initiating an entirely new line of research.
Magneto-Optical Sensors Bring Obliterated Serial Numbers Back to Life
A sensor technology first developed for medical use is being adapted to detect and visualize destroyed serial numbers in firearms.
Five Things About Sexual Assault Kits
The Science Behind Firearm and Tool Mark Examination
Study finds less than 1.2 percent error rate in matching bullets fired from Glock semiautomatic pistol barrels to the actual firearm.
Marie Garcia Talks About NIJ's Graduate Research Fellowship
How ATF Is Working to Improve NIBIN
Addressing the Impact of Wrongful Convictions on Crime Victims
We need to better understand how wrongful convictions affect the original crime victims and improve systemic support available to them.
Study Identifies Ways to Improve ATF Ballistic Evidence Program
An NIJ-funded examination of NIBIN offers recommendations for improving the program's tactical and strategic value.
Solving Cold Cases with DNA: The Boston Strangler Case
NIJ funding helped the Boston Police Department solve a rape and murder case almost 50 years after the crime.
Director's Message - NIJ Journal Issue No. 273
Law Enforcement Use of the National Integrated Ballistic Information Network (NIBIN)
Improving Forensic Sexual Assault Examinations
NIJ Journal Issue 272, September 2013
Research-based information that can help inform policy decisions and improve understanding of the criminal justice system.