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Forensic Reconstruction introduces students to both the process of crime scene reconstruction and the basic principles of forensic investigation. These principles—including the use of logic in examination and the admission of reconstruction evidence in American courts—are examined in the first few chapters of the book. After a look at the basics, the text explores application of these standards in various stages of the reconstruction process. The text explores applications such as shooting reconstruction, DNA, pathology, and bloodstain pattern analysis, alongside more recent developments and unique areas such as profiling, genetic genealogy and computational reconstruction as applied to airplane crashes. Each chapter is written by a recognized expert in the field, adding a depth of research and unique case highlights that provide students with the most thorough understanding of each topic.

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“The proposal is excellent; these authors are extremely knowledgeable on this subject…I look forward to previewing this book and exploring it further…current proposal is very competitive with other texts out there. One of the advantages of this current proposal is that the authors are extremely knowledgeable in their topics of presentation. This current proposal is also made up of two important and distinct parts. These will spark the attention and participation of students in this field. Excellent topics covered…As an actual practitioner, I can honestly say the contents covered in this book are very relevant to this study area…I am recommending this text for publication.”-Chernoh Wurie, Assistant Professor at Virginia Commonwealth University (enrolls 100 in Violent Crime Scene Investigations, uses Adcock, Adoption Score of 8). “I appreciate the division of the text into both theory and practical application. It seems logical and follows nicely…[strengths include]…the organization of the text…the depth of coverage (by topics listed)…the qualifications of the authors… I would describe the text as a comprehensive look at forensic crime scene reconstruction that does a thorough job of laying a solid foundation to forensic reconstruction as well as practical application content…I greatly approve of the section covering bias…I would be very inclined to make this text required as part of the Criminal Investigation course…Trends here would indicate a potential increase in enrollment by 10% over the next three years.”-Michael Herbert, Professor at Bemidji State University (enrolls 75 in Criminal Investigation, uses Swanson, Adoption Score 8-9). “Great title; will separate text from typical criminal investigation and crime scene investigation titles….each chapter covers one specific type of reconstruction while most textbooks will combine several of the topic areas into one chapter and provide less detail… I look forward to reviewing it for possible adoption in my crime scene investigation course…in this proposal, authors are emphasizing 'reconstruction' which is a twist to most texts that refer to topic areas as 'investigations'…(enrollments projected to double or triple in three years)> * Christopher Capsambelis, Associate Professor at The University of Tampa (enrolls 60 in Criminal Investigation, uses Brandl, Adoption Score of 8). * “31 years in Law Enforcement, 10 as an Adjunct…teaches online courses and wants good photographs to visualize details in forensic science….ebooks available and test bank and powerpoint instructor resources...The strength seems to be the balance of theory and application… it appears well laid out…”-David Williams, Adjunct Professor at Anderson University (enrolls 90 in Criminal Investigations, uses Lyman, Adoption Score of 9).

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Dr. Henry C. Lee is a professor emeritus and founder of the Forensic Science program at the University of New Haven. He is an acknowledged visionary in the field, advancing the study of forensics at the University exponentially over the past 40 years. Forensic science students and law enforcement professionals from around the world study with Dr. Lee and use cutting- edge technology in the Henry C. Lee Institute of Forensic Science Center. Henry C. Lee has been a prominent player in many of the most challenging forensic science cases of the last 45 years. Among the many cases he was involved with, he reviewed the investigation of the John F. Kennedy assassination and participated in the forensic evaluation of evidence and crime scenes in the JonBenet Ramsey murder, the O.J. Simpson, Laci Peterson slayings, the post-9/11 forensic investigation, the Washington, D.C. sniper shootings, and the Casey Anthony trial. He has served as a forensic consultant in all fifty states and forty-six countries Dr. Lee is a former Commissioner of Public Safety for the State of Connecticut, served as the State's Chief Criminalist for over two decades and as Chief Emeritus for the Connecticut Department of Public Safety. His success was the driving force in establishing the State Police Major Crime concept and in modernizing the Connecticut Forensic Science Laboratory.

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