How to take crime scene photos like a professional investigator
Here we break down essential forensic photography techniques and terms you should know about. Investigators and witnesses can describe crime scenes, sometimes in great detail. However, photographs can better tell the story with objectivity. They freeze time and leave a permanent record of the scene. Despite its advantages, photography remains the least understood and least […]
The Effects of Cell Cycle Deviation on Cancer Development
While multiple forms of cancer exist, ultimately all cancers involve a loss of control of the cell cycle and dramatic changes in the rate of cell division. Cancer is a genetic disease, but primarily an acquired one. Most mutations arise from DNA errors introduced during replication that subsequently go undetected and avoid repair. DNA damage […]
Give Your Students Real-World Experiences with Authentic CSI Tools
Authentic tools make all the difference in forensic lessons. Forensic curriculum Professional forensic work requires an understanding of the scientific and mathematical principles involved in the methods used. As such, forensic science lessons serve as an excellent opportunity for teachers to communicate STEM principles to students. Let’s look at a few examples from modern forensic […]