Following are articles published by the National Institute of Justice
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.
Applying Modern Investigation Methods to Solve Cold Cases
Serial Killer Connections Through Cold Cases
Cold case investigations have revealed that, in many cases, those responsible also are responsible for multiple crimes. Therefore, prioritizing cold case investigations can assist in both resolving crimes and preventing future ones.
Notes from the Field: A Multijurisdictional Team Moved Cold Cases to the Front Burner
Notes From the Field: Expanding the Cold Case Team Beyond Law Enforcement
Expert Panel Issues New Best Practices Guide for Cold Case Investigations
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.
What You Can't See Might Solve the Case
Sidebar to the article Sexual Assault Cases: Exploring the Importance of Non-DNA Forensic Evidence
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.
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.
Preventing Neighborhood Crime: Geography Matters
Cold Cases: Resources for Agencies, Resolution for Families
Cold Cases: Strategies Explored at NIJ Regional Trainings
NIJ Journal Issue 260, July 2008
Research-based information that can help inform policy decisions and improve understanding of the criminal justice system.