Following are articles published by the National Institute of Justice
Direct Comparison of Body Fluid Identification Technologies
Forensic investigators now have more information on the performance of identification technologies for biological fluids.
Postmortem CT Scans Supplement and Replace Full Autopsies
As medical examiner and coroner offices nationwide face a severe shortage of forensic pathologists, New Mexico has pioneered the use of CT scans to reduce autopsy numbers and reduce costs.
Addressing the Challenges of Detecting Drug-Facilitated Sexual Assault
NIJ has funded research to address the challenges of detecting DFSA for several years. This research includes projects that examine ways to improve forensic hair testing and how drugs modify blood proteins.
What’s That Drug? Fast Screening of Seized Drugs
NIJ-funded scientists from West Virginia University develop quick, easy, and accurate drug tests.
New Screening Method to Detect Drugs and Poisons Postmortem
The Miami-Dade medical examiner’s office has developed a quick method to screen fluids for hundreds of drugs simultaneously, improving workflow.
Forensic Science Research and Development Technology Working Group: Operational Requirements
New Forensic Methods to Accurately Determine THC in Seized Cannabis
NIJ-funded researchers address the need for simple, cost-effective ways to differentiate hemp from marijuana.
Highlighting Significant NIJ Forensic Science Investments: The University of Tennessee, Knoxville Site Visit
Police Crime Lab Accreditation Initiative
OsteoID: A New Forensic Tool to Help Identify the Species of Skeletal Remains
NIJ-supported researchers developed a free web tool to help forensic investigators and others interested in bone identification.
Detecting Drug Exposure Long After the Fact: New Method Proves Effective
NIJ-funded researchers develop a novel blood protein modification assay to detect drug exposure long after the limits of traditional urine or blood tests.
The Emerging Field of Firearms Audio Forensics
NIJ grantee Robert Maher is changing the field of audio forensics with novel techniques to document and interpret gunshot recordings.
Persistence of Touch DNA for Analysis
NIJ-funded research reveals how long DNA is detectable on various surfaces under different conditions.
Study Assesses the Accuracy and Reproducibility of Bloodstain Pattern Analysis
Black box study of bloodstain pattern analysts finds contrasting conclusions due to terminology; highlights importance of establishing consensus standards.