Behind the Crime Scene
Bullet Comparison: Striation Analysis and Matching Explained
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Sep 27 2026
Discover how bullet comparison and striation analysis link firearms to crime scenes. Learn about the role of the comparison microscope, the impact of polygonal rifling, and the limits of current forensic standards.
Skin Impressions: How to Detect Fingerprints on Human Skin
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Sep 27 2026
Learn how to detect fingerprints on human skin using ALS, fuming, and digital imaging. Discover why traditional powder fails and how to preserve fleeting evidence.
Scene Sketch Integration with Photographic Documentation: A Forensic Guide
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Sep 27 2026
Learn how to effectively integrate scene sketches with photographic documentation for accurate crime scene reconstruction. This guide covers workflows, tools, and common pitfalls to ensure your forensic evidence stands up in court.
Field Drug Test Kits: Presumptive Evidence Explained
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Sep 26 2026
Field drug test kits offer rapid screening for law enforcement but serve only as presumptive evidence. Learn how colorimetric tests work, why false positives happen, and when lab confirmation is legally required.
Serial Murder Investigation: How Detectives Crack Multiple Victim Cases
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Sep 26 2026
Learn how detectives crack serial murder investigations by distinguishing MO from signature, using geographic profiling, and managing complex multi-victim cases.
Toxicology Reporting: Clear Narratives for Non-Scientists
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Sep 26 2026
Learn how to transform complex forensic toxicology data into clear, compelling narratives for judges and juries. Master plain language techniques, visual aids, and structured reporting to ensure your expert testimony lands effectively.
Multiple Attack Scenarios: Reconstructing Sequential Violence in Bloodstain Analysis
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Sep 25 2026
Reconstructing sequential violence in bloodstain analysis requires understanding superposition, drying times, and impact physics. Learn how to distinguish overlapping stains, map movement, and avoid common pitfalls in complex crime scenes.
How Crime Scene Investigators Establish Scene Boundaries
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Sep 25 2026
Learn how crime scene investigators set effective boundaries to preserve evidence. Discover why starting big and shrinking later is the golden rule in forensics.
Forensic Genetic Genealogy: How DNA Solves Cold Cases
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Sep 25 2026
Discover how forensic genetic genealogy solves cold cases by linking crime scene DNA to public ancestry databases. Learn the step-by-step process, key tools, and ethical debates.
Poison Control Data: How Trends Shape Forensic Toxicology
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Sep 24 2026
Discover how poison control data informs forensic toxicology. Learn to track emerging drug trends, optimize testing panels, and interpret regional exposure patterns for better investigative outcomes.
Outsourced Lab Transfers: Mastering Contract Chain of Custody Controls
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Sep 24 2026
Learn how to secure outsourced lab transfers by enforcing strict chain of custody controls. Discover key contract clauses, audit strategies, and digital tracking methods to protect forensic evidence integrity.
Biological Evidence Collection: A Practical Guide to Blood, Saliva, and Body Fluids
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Sep 24 2026
Master the essentials of biological evidence collection for blood, saliva, and body fluids. Learn critical rules like 'dry before bagging,' proper swabbing techniques, and chain of custody basics to preserve DNA integrity.
