Forensic Science: Helping solve crime around the world.

A specialist industry, Forensic Science is the application of science in forensic studies, the forensic part of forensic science implies that it is to be utilised in some form or another with a court of law and is relevant to legal proceedings. From forensic science has come a wide range of forensic analysis services and has been a stimulus for many expert witness service providers today.
Forensic Science has been around for many centuries. However, it was not until recently that advances in scientific research and scientific studies made this a true and individual aspect of forensic research. Recent studies and research have brought the field of forensic science to new heights and given it increasing credibility and importance as a deciding factor in many legal proceedings, where forensic evidence often outweighs the testimony even of witnesses on the scene.

Almost everybody has heard of DNA evidence from television programs such as CSI, the reality is that forensic science is rapidly moving from the realm of television to the broader expanse of the real world. DNA evidence is now an important part of most legal proceedings involving any human body whether its for a murder, rape or even more civil cases such as handwriting analysis and fraud.

Whether discussing fibres from hair, clothes or even something as bland as dust, forensic analysis can often draw conclusions and point to irrefutable facts that often lead to convictions of criminals who, if not for forensic science, would be free to commit more atrocities.

Fibre analysis can have a telling tale that can only be exposed by the use of forensic science. Carpet fibres are unique to makes and manufacturers. Gunpowder (gun shot residue) contains microscopic residue that can correctly identify the type of powder, the manufacturer of the shell and much more information. Simple particles of dust, when viewed by using forensic science can place items or individuals at definitive places often down to an exact time frame. Something that we may see as just a bug or insect can tell how long an item has been in a particular location. There are many factors that are explored with Forensic Science. The scientific conclusion offers irrefutable proof and can be an effective tool in the fight against crime.

Advances in science and in particular with forensic science are not only new and fascinating but are constantly improving and being refined. Not only is forensic science a great tool for today, but the future looks bright indeed.

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