Behind the Crime Scene
Sequential Processing for Latent Fingerprint Analysis: Best Strategies for Evidence Recovery
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Apr 16 2026
Learn how sequential processing in fingerprint analysis maximizes evidence recovery by layering chemical reagents to preserve both ridge detail and DNA.
Visible vs. Invisible Trace Evidence: How Forensic Experts Find the Unseen
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Apr 16 2026
Explore the critical differences between visible and invisible trace evidence in forensics, from Locard's principle to the use of UV light and microspectrometry.
Beyond STRs: Using SNPs and Other DNA Markers in Forensics
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Apr 16 2026
Explore non-STR DNA markers like SNPs and mtDNA. Learn how these tools solve cold cases, identify degraded remains, and decode complex DNA mixtures in forensics.
Matching Bullets to Weapons: How Individual Characteristics Work in Ballistics
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Apr 15 2026
Explore how forensic experts use individual characteristics and microscopic striations to match bullets to specific weapons with scientific precision.
Volatile Compounds: Using Headspace GC Analysis in Forensic Toxicology
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Apr 15 2026
Learn how Headspace GC-MS is used in forensic toxicology to detect volatile compounds like alcohol and cyanide without contaminating sensitive lab equipment.
Understanding Cross-Transfer Dynamics in Assault and Struggle Scenarios
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Apr 14 2026
Explore how physical evidence and legal intent shift during violent encounters. Learn about transferred malice, the assault cycle, and the PPMT tool for forensic analysis.
Certified Report Requirements: Mastering Forensic Documentation Standards
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Apr 14 2026
Learn the essential documentation standards for certified forensic reports. Master ISO 9001:2015 and PCAOB guidelines to ensure your findings are audit-proof.
How to Fix PCR Inhibition in Forensic DNA Analysis
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Apr 14 2026
Learn how to identify and overcome PCR inhibition in forensic DNA analysis, from dealing with humic acid in soil to using BSA and specialized polymerases.
Suspect Interrogation Guide: Modern Interview Procedures and Techniques
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Apr 13 2026
Explore professional suspect interrogation procedures, from the Reid Technique to rapport-based interviewing, and learn how to maximize confession accuracy.
Chain of Custody for Forensic Images and Hashes: A Complete Guide
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Apr 13 2026
Learn how to maintain a legally admissible chain of custody for digital evidence using forensic imaging, SHA-256 hashing, and strict documentation protocols.
Hepatitis and HIV Transmission: Understanding Bloodborne Pathogen Risks
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Apr 13 2026
Learn the critical differences between HBV, HCV, and HIV transmission risks and how to protect yourself from bloodborne pathogens during biohazard cleanup.
Boosting Sensitivity and Specificity in LC-MS/MS Methods
- By : Ian Brophy
- Date : Apr 12 2026
Learn how to boost sensitivity and specificity in LC-MS/MS methods using SMRM, narrow-bore columns, and dead volume minimization for forensic toxicology.
