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Newly Listed Forensic Science Books !

Forensic Accounting

Forensic Anthropology &
Archeology

Arson Investigation

Bloodstain Pattern Analysis

Forensic Books by Author

Computer &
Internet Crimes

Criminal Profiling

DNA Evidence

Forensic Entomology

Ethics in the Forensic Sciences

Expert Witness

FBI & Law Enforcement

Firearms &
Toolmarks

Forensic Science:
Careers & Introductory

Forensic Geography &
Geology

Homicide
Investigation

Incest, Molestation
& Abuse Investigation

Forensic Instrumental
Analysis

Investigative
Techniques

Pathology &
Death Investigation

Forensic Photography &
Videography

Physical Evidence

Forensic Psychiatry &
Behavioral Science

Forensic Psychopathy &
Paraphilia

Questioned
Documents

Rape &
Sexual Assault Investigation

Serial Homicide Investigation

Simpson, O.J.

Stalking

Forensic Toxicology &
Chemistry

True Crime/ Mystery

Victimology

Forensic Campus Course Books

50th Anniversary of DNA !

• History of Science/Development of DNA
• Evolutionary Theory
• Time's Future of Life Conference
• Genome Project
• Nanotechnology and More
• Genetics
• Forensic Science
• For Young Scientists Biochemistry
• General Science
• Science Magazines

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Brent's notes: DNA fingerprinting has got to be one of the worst phrases ever coined, even though some of the lazier experts wind up using it because it's a useful analogy when it benefits them. When I hear the phrase DNA fingerprinting, I think of a chocolate bicycle: I know what chocolate is, and I know what a bicycle is. But a chocolate bicycle makes absolutely no sense whatsoever, from a functional perspective.

Card catalog description: A simple explanation of what DNA is and what it does in the body.

 

Brent's notes: I got this book at Powell's technical books in Portland back in 1992 before I even knew who these fellows were. Now, as Dr. Gaensslen reminded me on a number of occasions, he did not write this book. It has many chapters written by many competent minds. It was my first highly technical exposure to DNA. And you know what? I understood it.

I understood it better after listening to Doc G. and Henry lecture on it over and over again while getting my masters, but this book really prepared me. Although it is the kind of book that has paragraphs that must be reread to be fully understood (at least for me). But even as a non-lab person, it was worth it for me.

 

Book News, Inc., 05/01/92: Australian scholars of genetics, law, and agricultural biotechnology, present a handbook of DNA-based evidence for the legal, forensic, and law-enforcement professions. Explains to non-scientists how the genetic material in tissue residues is analyzed to provide direct identification of an individual. Describes the principles and procedures, the scientific aspects and legal implications of obtaining tissue samples, and problems that can arise in interpretation. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

 

Brent's notes: Beware the word "committee." A Syrian friend of mine had a wise saying: "A jackass is an Arabian horse built by a committee."

Book News, Inc., 02/01/93: Surveys the growing practice of matching DNA from crime scenes with that of suspects. Offers recommendations for such issues as the reliability and quality of DNA typing, standardization, and certification; and considers broader concerns such as the different levels of understanding by judges and juries, population genetics, and rights of privacy concerning DNA data and samples. Includes a glossary without pronunciation. Annotation copyright Book News, Inc. Portland, Or.

 

REQUIRED TEXT FOR Forensic DNA 101

Brent's notes: Excellent book and a first rate online course.

Norah Rudin, PhD, is a Forensic DNA Consultant. Keith is with the California Department of Justice DNA Laboratory, and six years as Lab Director prior to that. Both are excellent, intelligent people with an experienced, applied grasp of the role of the Forensic Sciences in our criminal justice system. You may want to visit their Forensic Education and Consulting web page.

A set of 68 slides, taken from photos and illustrations in An Introduction to Forensic DNA Analysis, is available directly from the authors. $150.00 (plus applicable California state tax and shipping).

 

Brent's notes: I actually have this book. Well, what I have is more of a spiral bound photocopy version I got at UNH. But it is very thick and full of foundational information regard most of the standard related tests and lab procedures and how they are done and what they mean. It also has an excellent index.