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A comprehensive and easy-to-read introduction to the work of the modern forensic laboratory. The authors explain in simple language the capabilities and limitations of modern forensic laboratory procedures, techniques, analyses, and interpretations. Here, the interested reader will find an understandable and fascinating introduction to the complex worlds of forensic serology DNA, chemistry, crime reconstruction, digital evidence, explosives, arson, fingerprints, firearms, tool marks, odontology, and pathology. Additional chapters address the problems of assuring quality and seeking trace evidence in the forensic laboratory.

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From the reviews: In this book, prominent forensic experts explain the capabilities and limitations of modern forensic laboratory procedures, techniques, analyses, and interpretations. ! The book is mainly aimed at a lay audience, which believes to know about the work of forensic scientists from television programs such as 'CSI' and 'Forensic Files.' ! the book is also interesting and entertaining for forensic specialists who want to get a general idea of related disciplines. (A. Schmeling, International Journal of Legal Medicine, Vol. 121, 2007)

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