Browsing by Subject "Forensic science"
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3D laser scanning technology : calculating the area of origin for bloodstains using FARO Zone 3D.
(2018)Bloodstain pattern analysis possesses a subjective nature in the calculation of are of origin and has inherently received criticism in the scientific community. Current software used in analyzing area of origin (AO) for ... -
Advanced crime scene mapping and technology course design
(2021)The purpose of this project is to develop an Advanced Crime Scene Mapping and Technology course that aims to strengthen crime scene documentation and mapping skills, enhance cognitive abilities, and introduce students to ... -
Beyond DNA : an epigenetic approach to identical twin identification
(2016)For more than two decades, DNA analysis has helped forensic scientists link suspects to a crime. Often times, DNA evidence is one of the most impactful pieces of evidence available. However, there is still one thing that ... -
Comparative subtidal and supratidal taphonomic changes in the elemental components of marine vertebrate bones using energy dispersive x-ray spectroscopy and principle component analysis : ecological and forensic application.
(2018)Individuals and agencies of multiple disciplines have evolved interests which result in the studies and research of marine mammals as well as other protected marine dwellers such as sea turtles. Aside from wildlife ... -
Crime scene investigators: exploring the reasons and impact of career longevity and gender diversity in forensic science
(2023)Career longevity among crime scene investigators (CSIs) is a topic for which there has been little research. This is surprising given the increased popularity of this profession as well as forensic science in general. ... -
Development of an Artificial Intelligence Method for the Analysis of Bloodstain Patterns
(2021)Bloodstain Pattern Analysis (BPA) is a forensic discipline that plays a crucial role in reconstructing the events at a crime scene (Acampora, 2014). The shape, size, distribution, and location of bloodstains can help infer ... -
Impact of humidity on latent print processing and recovery
(2023)The goal of this study was to determine if environmental factors impact the quality of detail in latent prints on non-porous and porous surfaces. Specifically, this study focused on how humidity impacts latent print ... -
Performance evaluation of a Cadre Forensics TopMatch-GS 3D system for cartridge case comparisons
(2023)This research presented a series of commonly used firearms and commonly used ammunition brands to evaluate the Cadre Forensics TopMatch-GS 3D system overall and to test for differences between same ammunition and different ... -
The Psychological Impact of Investigating Crime Scenes
(2021)The goal of this study was to determine if there are stressful or psychological impacts from investigating crime scenes. This was accomplished by analyzing ninety-four anonymous surveys that had been distributed to various ... -
Use of forensic corpora in validation of data carving on solid-state drives.
(2016)The need for greater focus on the validation and verification of tools has become more evident in recent years. The research in this area has been minimal. Continued research regarding the validation of digital forensics ...