Published 20 Feb 2020
In this interesting study, researchers from Chile and Spain have been able to use X-ray diffractograms of gunshot residues (GSR) to infer shooting distance. The shooting distance is a crucial parameter in solving criminal cases since it provides indications, for example,…READ MORE >
Tags: forensics, gunshot, study
Published 7 Sep 2017
Standing at just under 3800 m tall with its distinctive symmetrical cone-shaped peak, the majestic Mount Fuji, or Fujisan (富士山) as it is known locally, is one of the most iconic symbols of Japan. Therefore, it seemed only appropriate that…READ MORE >
Tags: batteries, forensics, MDRS, mineral, Mount Fuji
Published 11 Mar 2015
Hoax bioterrorism powder attacks are well known in the USA. Once it is established that the powder is not a real threat, the search is on to establish who made the hoax threat, and the clues can be right there…READ MORE >
Tags: AAFS, bioterrorism, Brooke Kammrath, forensics, hoax
Published 21 Feb 2014
A new year brings a new job for me as Product Manager for Malvern’s Analytical Imaging range. This brings exciting challenges to think about possible new products and find new applications for our current ones. So that brings me over…READ MORE >
Tags: AAFS, chemical identification, forensics, morphologi G3-ID, particle shape