Robert D. Blackledge (ed.)

Forensic Analysis on the Cutting Edge

New Methods for Trace Evidence Analysis
Ed. by Robert D. Blackledge

• Gebundenes Buch

Produktbeschreibung

This title brings forensic scientists and chemists up-to-date on the latest instrumental methods for analysing trace evidence, including mass spectrometry, image analysis, DIOS-MS, ELISA characterization, statistical validation, and others. Illustrates comparative analysis of trace evidence by both old and new methods. Explains why some newer methods are superior to older, established methods. Includes chapters on analysis of DNA, ink, dyes, glitter, gun powder traces, condom trace evidence, footwear impressions, toolmark impressions, surveillance videos, glass particles, and dirt. Discusses applications such as mass spectrometry, image analysis, desorption-ionization on silicon mass spectrometry (DIOS-MS), ELISA characterization, and statisticalvalidation.

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An in-depth exploration of the latest methodologies, tools, and techniques for analyzing trace evidence

With chapters written by scientists who are acknowledged leaders in their specialty areas, this resource provides real-world, up-to-date information on state-of-the-art technologies in the analysis of trace evidence. Such evidence often provides proof of an association between a suspect and a victim or crime scene. With numerous case histories, this reference illustrates the analysis of evidence by both traditional and new methods. Forensic Analysis on the Cutting Edge covers:
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A wide range of methodologies, including mass spectrometry, Fourier transform infrared microspectroscopy, Raman microspectroscopy, statistical validation, and others
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The analysis of ink, condom trace evidence, glitter, fibers, glass cuts, pressure sensitive tapes, automotive airbag contact, and more
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Chemical detection strategies for latent invisible trace evidence, including blood stains, fingerprints, and pepper spray
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The application of cathodoluminescense to forensic examinations

With its detailed explanations and practical examples, this will be a valuable hands-on reference for scientists in forensic laboratories worldwide. It will also be an informative, fascinating resource for mystery writers, attorneys, criminal investigators, and others who want to go beyond the basics of trace evidence analysis.

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Produktdetails

• Wiley-Interscience
• Verlag: Wiley & Sons
• 1. Auflage
• Seitenzahl: 480
• Erscheinungstermin: 30. Juli 2007
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 246mm x 165mm x 29mm
• Gewicht: 840g
• ISBN-13: 9780471716440
• ISBN-10: 0471716448
• Artikelnr.: 21357666

Autorenporträt

Robert D. Blackledge, now retired, was the senior forensic chemist at the Naval Criminal Investigative Service Regional Forensic Laboratory in San Diego, California. He has a bachelor's degree in chemistry from the Citadel and a master's degree in chemistry from the University of Georgia. He serves as an Adjunct Professor in the Master of Forensic Sciences Program at National University, San Diego, California.

Inhaltsangabe

Preface. Foreword. Contributors. 1. All that Glitters Is Gold! (Robert D.
Blackledge and Edwin L. Jones, Jr.). References. 2. Forensic Analysis of
Automotive Airbag Contact--Not Just a Bag of Hot Air (Glenn D. Schubert).
References. 3. Ink Analysis Using UV Laser Desorption Mass Spectrometry
(John Allison). Acknowledgments. References. 4. Condom Trace Evidence in
Sexual Assaults: Recovery and Characterization (Wolfgang Keil). References.
5. Latent Invisible Trace Evidence: Chemical Detection Strategies (Gabor
Patonay, Brian Eckenrode, James John Krutak, Jozef Salon,and Lucjan
Strekowski). References. 6. Applications of Cathodoluminescence in Forensic
Science (Christopher S. Palenik and JoAnn Buscaglia). Acknowledgments.
References. 7. Forensic Application of DARTTM (Direct Analysis in Real
Time) Mass Spectrometry (James A. Laramée, Robert B. Cody, J. Michael
Nilles, and H. Dupont Durst). Acknowledgments. References. 8. Forensic
Analysis of Dyes in Fibers Via Mass Spectrometry (Linda A. Lewis and
Michael E. Sigman). Acknowledgments. References. 9. Characterization of
Surface-Modifi ed Fibers (Robert D. Blackledge and Kurt Gaenzle).
Acknowledgments. References. 10. Characterization of Smokeless Powders
(Wayne Moorehead). References. 11. Glass Cuts (Helen R. Griffin).
Acknowledgments. References. Additional Sources. 12. Forensic Examination
of Pressure Sensitive Tape (Jenny M. Smith). Acknowledgments. References.
Additional Sources. 13. Discrimination of Forensic Analytical Chemical Data
Using Multivariate Statistics (Stephen L. Morgan and Edward G. Bartick).
Acknowledgments. References. 14. The Color Determination of Optically
Variable Flake Pigments (Michael R. Nofi). Acknowledgments. References.
Additional Sources. 15. Forensic Science Applications of Stable Isotope
Ratio Analysis (James R. Ehleringer, Thure E. Cerling, and Jason B. West).
References. Index.

Rezensionen

"Overall, this handbook can be recommended to all analysts working in the field of forensic sciences, particularly since the price is acceptable." (J Am Soc Mass Spectrom, 2011)
"Forensic Analysis on the Cutting Edge is an engaging book and accessible to al bachelors-levels scientists and above. I would recommend it to those practicing in the field, to analytical scientists possibly to science-oriented mystery writers who want to write sensibly about one of the unusual pieces of trace evidence covered by Blackledge and his contributors. The book certainly deserves a place on the reference shelf in university libraries." ( Applied Spectroscopy , April 2008)

"This book will be most useful to practicing forensic scientists (criminalists) engaged in trace-evidence analysis and to university students." ( International Journal of Environmental and Analytical Chemistry , 2008)