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MS Method Can Analyze Overlapping, Weak Fingerprints

A two-decade old mass spectrometry method has breathed new life into forensic fingerprinting, seemingly solving a common problem—analysis of overlapping fingerprints. read more
New Nanomaterial Effective for Visualizing Latent Prints

This new method captures the finer details of a fingermark, making it easier to identify individuals and is expected greatly to aid in forensic investigations. read more
Study: Overdose Rates in Colombia Skyrocket

Drug overdoses increased by 356 percent from 8.5 to 40.5 percent per 100,000 individuals from 2010 to 2021. read more
Task Force Releases New Images of Possible Gilgo Beach Victim

“Asian Doe” suffered a violent death: homicide by blunt force trauma. The investigation revealed the victim’s death occurred during or prior to 2006. read more
Genealogy, Newspaper Article Help ID Man Found on Canadian Shore

It was determined that the remains were that of a male wearing a lifejacket. An investigation was launched, and police reached out to the public for information in hopes of identifying the man. read more
Improving Casework Workflow Efficiency without Compromising Quality: Automated Methods and Data-driven Solutions

Join us as Kayli Carrillo, a Doctoral Student from Sam Houston State University, presents data from recent study that assesses the efficacy of the Applied Biosystems™ HID NIMBUS® Presto QNA System in automating the quantification and amplification workflows for forensic casework samples. read more
A New Kind of Database for National Cold Case Month

September 1, 2024 marked the start of the inaugural National Cold Case Month in the forensic community, with some well-known organizations joining the call to action. read more
DNA Identifies Young Man after 42 Years

In June 1982, the remains of an unidentified individual were discovered in the Snake River near the mouth of the Grand Ronde River in Nez Perce County, Idaho. read more
Genetic Genealogy Helps Name Suspect in 1993 Murder

In the summer of 2023, detectives used various investigative methods and lead information from the genetic genealogy analysis and were able to identify Shepherd as a suspect. read more
Law School Launches Nation's First Forensic Defense Clinic

The University of Maryland Francis King Carey School of Law has launched the first law school defense clinic in the nation specifically focused on forensic evidence. read more
Maui's Cold Case Unit Releases Forensic Sketch in Search of Identification

The Maui Police Department Cold Case Unit requests the public’s assistance in identifying a male who was found deceased in the waters off Kahului Harbor breakwater on Sept. 25, 1996. read more
Dead in the Snow: Using Microbes to Pinpoint TOD in Frigid Conditions

Recently published research found that studying the microbes involved in decomposition could predict time elapsed since death in extreme cold conditions with high accuracy. read more
Othram Identifies Victim Whose Foot Washed Ashore in 1999

Human remains that were discovered in 1999 in Spokane, Washington have been identified as part of the Spokane Medical Examiner's efforts to clear their backlog of unidentified human remains. read more
Investigators, Scientists ID Victim Nearly 45 Years Later

After nearly 45 years of persistent investigative efforts, an unidentified body discovered off Red Wing Road, now County Road 371 Castroville, TX in 1979 has now been positively identified as Gary Alan Robbins. read more
How America’s Elites May Hold the Key to Lowering Murder Rates

These elites include the wealthiest Americans, leaders of top corporations and institutions, and national and state political leaders of both parties. read more