December 2011/January 2012 Issue Crime Scene Basics
By Dick Warrington
When it comes to processing a scene, you need to focus on the basics. Knowing what evidence to look for and how to prevent contamination is essential.
Leasing Laboratory Space
By Ken Mohr, Cy Henningsen
This article will discuss some of the pros and cons of leasing laboratory space and will ask some questions which can help you determine if it will work for you.
Protecting Workers Pays Off: Part 2
By Vince McLeod, CIH
The first part of this article discussed the grim statistics for worker illnesses, injuries, and deaths in American workplaces. This second, and final, installment picks up that theme and presents the rest of the story in favor of protecting workers.
Windows 7 Registry Forensics: Part 2
By John J. Barbara
Many forensic examiners are not familiar with the Registry or its forensic importance. One way to gain first-hand knowledge is to explore the Registry on a live, non-forensic computer.
CSI Cell Phone
By Douglas Page
Mobile device forensics forecast: continued oscillation, chance of cloud computing.
The Digital Forensics Cyber Exchange Principle
By Ken Zatyko, Dr. John Bay
Its application to cyber crime brings a new and exciting dimension to the famous Locard Exchange Principle.
Scanning For Answers
By Greg Richards
Laser scanning technology helps investigators piece together a champion boxer’s death.
Rapid DNA Analysis is Coming—Rapidly
By Chris Asplen
R-DNA testing, when fully implemented and integrated into CODIS, will be the most transformational event in the use of forensic DNA since the advent of PCR.
From The Editor: Looking Back on 2011
By Rebecca Waters
Before we move forward into the New Year, let’s take a moment to reflect on the most read articles of 2011. If you missed these the first time around, it may be worth logging on to our Website for a second look.

