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Computer Forensics: Best Practices for Sharing Digital Data
July 23, 2021
Sharing evidence is not as simple as in the days when a folder of photos or documents could be hand-delivered to investigators. read more
A Tip on Tips: Small is the Next Big Thing in Automated Forensic Separations
July 16, 2021
With budgets already stretched thin, every bit of savings adds up. However, here are two tips to save money that can actually strengthen quality and efficiency at the same time. read more
DNA Matters: How Complex DNA Evidence Exonerates the Innocent
June 25, 2021
Traditional methods of DNA interpretation are limited, and do not use all the data. Imagine a medical world without doctors, where technicians take superb X-ray images, but there are no radiologists to read them. read more
DNA Matters: How to Use the Likelihood Ratio
May 28, 2021
Forensic scientists can determine a strength of match. This match statistic summarizes in a single number just how strongly a person is connected to DNA evidence. Many courts require such a statistic before accepting DNA evidence. read more
Women in Forensics: The Value of Inclusive Workplace Appearance Policies
May 21, 2021
Between workplace appearance policies that felt restrictive and uncomfortable conversations regarding social injustice, Powell felt she had to make a change—from forensics to entrepreneur. read more
How to Lawfully Collect and Examine Data in the Cloud
May 07, 2021
For law enforcement investigators, the cloud is both an investigative opportunity and a challenge: there is a wealth of data about crimes and suspects within the cloud, but also many challenges in terms of gaining access to critical information. read more
DNA Matters: Why Forensic Genotypes are Probabilistic
April 30, 2021
The DNA on the purple gloves came from the victim, her boyfriend and her rapist. The genotypes of all three people were present on each purple glove. But forensic DNA science would be needed to reveal those identities. read more