Research Articles
Beyond the Naked Eye: How Surface Analysis is Cracking Cold Cases
Explore how advanced surface analysis techniques in forensic science are revolutionizing crime scene investigation and cold case resolution.
The Silent Witness: Sniffing Out Designer Drugs in a Drop of Urine
Discover how scientists use SPME and GC-MS to detect synthetic drugs in urine samples with cutting-edge forensic technology.
Chemical Detectives: How Forensic Science is Cracking the Case in the Classroom
Explore how forensic science is transforming chemistry education, turning students into chemical detectives through real-world applications and engaging experiments.
The Water Whisperer: How a Drop Holds the Key to Cracking Cases
Discover how hydrogen isotope analysis transforms water into a powerful forensic tool for tracing origins and solving crimes through atomic signatures.
The Scent of Death: How a High-Tech Nose is Revolutionizing Search and Rescue
Discover how TD-GC×GC-TOFMS technology is decoding the chemical signature of human decomposition to advance search and rescue operations.
Cracking the Case: The Science Behind the Crime Scene
Explore the fascinating world of forensic science through hands-on laboratory investigations based on Kathy Mirakovits and Gina Londino's laboratory manual.
Cracking the Case: A Guide to UF's Forensic Science Courses
Explore the University of Florida's comprehensive forensic science programs, curriculum, experiments, and cutting-edge innovations in this detailed guide.
The Hidden Fingerprint: How Stable Isotopes Are Solving Modern Crimes
Explore how stable isotope ratio analysis is revolutionizing forensic science by reading nature's hidden chemical fingerprints in ivory, drugs, and human remains.
Fizz and Forensics: How Carbonation Turns Up the Speed of Alcohol
Explore how carbonation accelerates alcohol absorption and its implications for forensic science and blood alcohol concentration analysis.
The Silent Witness: How Data and Tech are Supercharging Forensic Labs
Explore how performance tools and data-driven strategies are transforming multi-site forensic chemistry laboratories for faster, more reliable justice.