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Informationen zum Autor Lawrence Kobilinsky is currently the Chairman of the Department of Sciences and Professor of Biology and Immunology at John Jay College of Criminal Justice. An internationally renowned forensic scientist, he is a Fellow of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences as well as the New York Microscopical Society. He has published extensively in the areas of identification and individualization using protein genetic markers and DNA analysis, and is the coauthor of Wiley's DNA: Forensic and Legal Applications . Klappentext A concise, robust introduction to the various topics covered by the discipline of forensic chemistry The Forensic Chemistry Handbook focuses on topics in each of the major chemistry-related areas of forensic science. With chapter authors that span the forensic chemistry field, this book exposes readers to the state of the art on subjects such as serology (including blood, semen, and saliva), DNA/molecular biology, explosives and ballistics, toxicology, pharmacology, instrumental analysis, arson investigation, and various other types of chemical residue analysis. In addition, the Forensic Chemistry Handbook : Covers forensic chemistry in a clear, concise, and authoritative way Brings together in one volume the key topics in forensics where chemistry plays an important role, such as blood analysis, drug analysis, urine analysis, and DNA analysis Explains how to use analytical instruments to analyze crime scene evidence Contains numerous charts, illustrations, graphs, and tables to give quick access to pertinent information Media focus on high-profile trials like those of Scott Peterson or Kobe Bryant have peaked a growing interest in the fascinating subject of forensic chemistry. For those readers who want to understand the mechanisms of reactions used in laboratories to piece together crime scenes-and to fully grasp the chemistry behind it-this book is a must-have. Zusammenfassung * Covers forensic chemistry in a clear, concise, and authoritative way. * Brings together in one volume the key topics in forensics where chemistry plays an important role - such as blood analysis, drug analysis, urine analysis, DNA analysis, etc. Inhaltsverzeichnis Preface xv Contributors xxi 1. Forensic Environmental Chemistry 1 Anthony Carpi and Andrew J. Schweighardt 1.1 Introduction 2 1.2 Chemical Fingerprinting 4 1.3 Spatial Association of Environmental Incidents 18 References 20 2. Principles and Issues in Forensic Analysis of Explosives 23 Jimmie C. Oxley, Maurice Marshall, and Sarah L. Lancaster 2.1 Introduction 24 2.2 Sample Collection 25 2.3 Packaging 29 2.4 Sorting 30 2.5 Documentation 31 2.6 Environmental Control and Monitoring 31 2.7 Storage 33 2.8 Analysis 33 2.9 Records 36 2.10 Quality Assurance 36 2.11 Safety and Other Issues 37 Conclusion 37 References 38 3. Analysis of Fire Debris 41 John J. Lentini 3.1 Introduction 42 3.2 Evolution of Separation Techniques 43 3.3 Evolution of Analytical Techniques 47 3.4 Evolution of Standard Methods 49 3.5 Isolating the Residue 51 3.6 Analyzing the Isolated ILR 56 3.7 Reporting Procedures 101 3.8 Record Keeping 102 3.9 Quality Assurance 105 Conclusion 105 References 106 4. Forensic Examination of Soils 109 Raymond C. Murray 4.1 Introduction 110 4.2 Murder and the Pond 111 4.3 Oil Slicks and Sands 113 4.4 Medical Link 114 4.5 Examination Methods 114 4.6 Chemical Methods 127 4.7 Looking Ahead 129 References 130 5. Analysis of Paint Evidence 131 Scott G. ...
