Forensic Analysis on the Cutting Edge

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Forensic Analysis on the Cutting Edge is written by Robert D. Blackledge and published by John Wiley & Sons. It's available with International Standard Book Number or ISBN identification 0470166908 (ISBN 10) and 9780470166901 (ISBN 13).

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 statistical validation.