DNA study targets drug making
DNA profiling technologies are rapidly advancing, creating the potential to identify individuals involved in making, packing and transporting illegal capsules by analysing the exterior of the […]
Can we find hidden graves of murder victims with soil imaging?
To avoid being caught, murderers often attempt to hide bodies using various methods. This can include shallow or deep burials, submersion in water, encasing in concrete […]
New evidence sheds light on skin DNA test
A pioneering new DNA forensics technique is looking for a reliable method to measure a suspect’s individual level of natural shedding of skin and other cells […]
Plucking key evidence from air
Culprits may one day be found using a new technique to potentially pick up and record key airborne forensic DNA evidence from crime scenes wiped clean […]
Using dust to bust crime
The airborne fraction of soil, or dust, contains biological and chemical ‘signatures’ which act as a fingerprint to a specific location. Australian forensic science experts, led […]
Crime scene doggy detective
Canines are often used in tracking down criminals but forensic science researchers say they could also help provide crucial evidence in police investigations – by being […]
Concern for meth traces on public health
Flinders University researchers are looking for more accurate methods to detect traces of toxic methamphetamine contamination left behind on soft porous surfaces, clothing or in the […]
DNA left behind without a touch
A person can leave DNA on a surface without directly touching it, a Flinders University study has found, with the longer someone spends in a room […]
More reasons for criminals to get caught
Modern DNA forensic science is capable of analysing microscopic genetic traces inadvertently left at crime scenes. In fact, a single tap of a finger on items […]