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The real world of a forensic scientist : renowned experts reveal what it takes to solve crimes / Henry C. Lee, Elaine M. Pagliaro, Katherine Ramsland ; foreword by Carol Henderson.

Lee, Henry C. (Author). Pagliaro, Elaine M. (Added Author). Ramsland, Katherine M., 1953- (Added Author).

Summary:

With the popularity of TV crime shows like CSI, interest in forensic science has reached unprecedented levels. However, these programs spread misconceptions about the real world of the forensic scientist. Students who wish to pursue a career in this field are often unaware of the diverse career choices available or have superficial notions of the rigors involved. Here, renowned forensic scientist Henry C. Lee, along with two other veteran forensic experts, provides a realistic picture of the education, skills, challenges, and rewards involved in the many specialties that encompass forensic science.--From publisher description.

Record details

ISBN: 9781591027294
Physical Description: 349 pages, 12 unnumbered pages of plates : illustrations (some color), portraits ; 24 cm
Publisher: Amherst, N.Y. : Prometheus Books, 2009.

Content descriptions

Bibliography, etc. Note:

Includes bibliographical references (pages 313-326) and index.

Formatted Contents Note:

The crime scene and the scientist -- Forensic science in historical perspective -- The scientific method in forensic evidence examinations -- Death investigators -- Fingerprint evidence -- Firearms evidence -- Trace evidence and chemical analysis -- DNA evidence -- Forensic drug analysis and toxicology -- Forensic odontology -- Questioned documents -- Emerging forensic disciplines -- Forensic scientists on trial -- The future of forensic science.