forensic sciences

Forensic pathologists are experts in determining a person's cause of death. This book is part narrative and part science text, explaining how pathologists use their knowledge of the human body to help solve mysteries.

"Even though sixteen-year-old Erin Blake and her best friends Spam and Lysa are ordered not to become involved in any investigations, they look into Spam's boyfriend's past and conduct research to help Erin's uncle Victor and her boyfriend Journey re-examine evidence from the murder trial that sent Journey's father to prison"--OCLC.

Explains how body farms are used to help forensic anthropologists and scientists better understand how the human body decomposes in various conditions. Includes photographs of bodies in different stages of decomposition.

Discusses five forensic investigations performed by Cyril H. Wecht, and features information on the deaths of Anna Nicole Smith, her son Daniel, and Stephanie Crowe; as well as the murder trial of David Westerfield, and the actions of doctors at the Memorial Medical Center in the wake of Hurricane Katrina.

Introduces careers working in forensic sciences and using science, technology, engineering, art, and math skills.

When her dog, Molly, disappears after winning first place in the local dog show, Hannah must examine the evidence and find Molly.

Forensic science, the preparation of scientific evidence to be presented in court is an increasingly valuable aspect of the investigation of crime. Although rare commentaries on the subject date back many centuries, it is only over the last 200 years that a systematic approach has been made, an approach that has accelerated rapidly in the past half-century. The detection and analysis of poisons was the first forensic technique to be developed in a truly scientific manner. This was followed by the realization that fingerprints were unique to every individual; then came the methodical study of firearms the science of ballistics. The role of the medical examiner has become more important as understanding of the human body has increased and DNA analysis has succeeded in positively identifying a growing number of criminals. Forensic science is crucial for prosecuting crimes as well as protecting the innocent.

"Burglars have struck the Gotham City Zoo! But shoe prints and tire tracks left behind may hold the key to unraveling the crime. Join Batman and Robin as they use footware and tire tread analysis to crack the case and bring two of their most notorious enemies to justice."--Back cover.

Provides an introduction to forensics, and looks at cases in which forensic dentistry, forensic ballistics, computer forensics, facial reconstruction, and fingerprinting were used to solve crimes.

Presents full-color illustrated photographs describing crime and punishment throughout history including forensic analysis and DNA, police uniforms and agencies, international gangsters and smugglers, and much more.