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You are currently browsing 1–10 of 32 new and published books in the subject of Forensic Chemistry — sorted by publish date from newer books to older books.

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New and Published Books

  1. Forensic Applications of Gas Chromatography

    By Michelle Groves Carlin, John Richard Dean

    Series: Analytical Concepts in Forensic Chemistry

    Several areas of forensic science use the technique of gas chromatography, ranging from fire analysis to the investigation of fraudulent food and perfumes. Covering the essentials of this powerful analytical technique, Forensic Applications of Gas Chromatography explains the theory and shows...

    Published June 3rd 2013 by CRC Press

  2. Lee and Gaensslen's Advances in Fingerprint Technology, Third Edition

    Edited by Robert Ramotowski

    Reflecting new discoveries in fingerprint science, Lee and Gaensslen’s Advances in Fingerprint Technology, Third Edition has been completely updated with new material and nearly double the references contained in the previous edition. The book begins with a detailed review of current, widely used...

    Published October 17th 2012 by CRC Press

  3. Forensic Investigation of Explosions, Second Edition

    Edited by Alexander Beveridge

    Series: International Forensic Science and Investigation

    Now in its second edition, Forensic Investigation of Explosions draws on the editor’s 30 years of explosives casework experience, including his work on task forces set up to investigate major explosives incidents. Dr. Alexander Beveridge provides a broad, multidisciplinary approach, assembling the...

    Published November 1st 2011 by CRC Press

  4. Forensic Science Advances and Their Application in the Judiciary System

    Edited by Danielle Sapse, Lawrence Kobilinsky

    This volume examines how new cutting edge forensic techniques are currently being applied or have the potential to be applied in judicial proceedings. Examples include new applications of Raman spectroscopy, quantum chemistry, lithium in DNA analysis, and the burgeoning area of toxicogenetics. In...

    Published July 31st 2011 by CRC Press

  5. Mechanics of Impression Evidence

    By David S. Pierce

    As forensic technology becomes more sophisticated, courts are demanding more scientific content and juries are expecting meticulous confirmation of facts alleged. Greater attention is now paid to increasingly finer details and improved methods of describing every form of evidence. Applying physics,...

    Published February 22nd 2011 by Auerbach Publications

  6. Scientific Protocols for Forensic Examination of Clothing

    By Jane Moira Taupin, Chesterene Cwiklik

    Series: Protocols in Forensic Science

    When a crime or other incident takes place, clothing items are often present or left behind, and can become directly involved in the case itself. Items of clothing are thus one of the most common types of exhibit examined in court. They can provide valuable information in cases of violent crimes,...

    Published November 23rd 2010 by CRC Press

  7. Interpol's Forensic Science Review

    Edited by Niamh Nic Daeid, Max Houck

    Every three years, worldwide forensics experts gather at the Interpol Forensic Science Symposium to exchange ideas and discuss scientific advances in the field of forensic science and criminal justice. Drawn from contributions made at the latest gathering in Lyon, France, Interpol’s Forensic...

    Published February 17th 2010 by Taylor & Francis

  8. Forensic Applications of High Performance Liquid Chromatography

    By Shirley Bayne, Michelle Carlin

    Series: Analytical Concepts in Forensic Chemistry

    Chromatography has many roles in forensic science, ranging from toxicology to environmental analysis. In particular, high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) is a primary method of analysis in many types of laboratories. Maintaining a balance between practical solutions and the theoretical...

    Published January 14th 2010 by CRC Press

  9. Quantitation and Mass Spectrometric Data of Drugs and Isotopically Labeled Analogs

    By Ray H. Liu, Dennis V. Canfield, Sheng-Meng Wang

    The analysis of drugs and their metabolites in biological media are now expected to routinely achieve ± 20% accuracy in the ng/mL concentration level. Therefore, the availability and the selection of quality ion-pairs designating the analytes and their isotopically labeled analogs (ILAs) are...

    Published August 4th 2009 by CRC Press

  10. Field Confirmation Testing for Suspicious Substances

    By Rick Houghton

    Frequently a substance found at a port of entry, waste site, laboratory triage facility, or even in a hazardous materials emergency will be labeled and purportedly identified. But law enforcement and other first responders cannot take this claim at face value, as the accuracy is not confirmed and...

    Published April 22nd 2009 by CRC Press