New ways to catch a thief
Environmental DNA (eDNA) is increasingly being investigated by forensic scientists to use as a new tool that may be used to help solve criminal cases which […]
Silent witnesses: Pets offer a fur-ensic tale
New research confirms the potential for police forensic investigators to carefully consider the presence of pets at crime scenes as a credible new avenue for finding […]
Eureka Prizes for Flinders research
Scientists and researchers had a big night out at this year’s national Eureka Prizes, with Flinders University taking out two awards. Flinders University’s two entries were […]
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 […]