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by Kourosh Nikoui | April 30, 2024 | Fingerprints Fingerprint identification has long been regarded as a cornerstone of forensic science, relied upon to solve crimes with a high degree of certainty. However, the case of Brandon Mayfield and the... Read More

by Kourosh Nikoui | April 15, 2024 | Fingerprints Fingerprint identification has long been hailed as one of the most reliable methods of forensic investigation, helping solve countless crimes by matching unique patterns left at crime scenes to those in... Read More

In forensic science, every step can leave a trace—a footprint or a shoe impression—that helps solve crimes. Footwear analysis, a special part of forensic science, links suspects to crime scenes based on their unique shoe prints. Let’s explore how forensic... Read More

The Amazing Journey of Automated Fingerprint Identification Systems (AFIS) In the world of forensic science and law enforcement, one of the biggest game-changers has been the development of Automated Fingerprint Identification Systems (AFIS). These advanced systems have changed how Fingerprint... Read More

Fingerprints: Nature’s Signature Fingerprints are unique to each person, acting like a natural signature that stays the same from birth to death. These detailed patterns have intrigued people for centuries, becoming a key part of forensic science and personal identification.... Read More

In the intricate world of forensic science, one method stands out as a powerful tool for revealing hidden evidence: ninhydrin fingerprint development. This ingenious technique has been instrumental in uncovering latent fingerprints, aiding investigators in solving countless crimes and mysteries.... Read More

In the intricate world of forensic science, time plays a crucial role in the development and recovery of fingerprints. From the moment a fingerprint is deposited at a crime scene to the painstaking process of analysis in the laboratory, the... Read More

In the intricate world of forensic science, one method stands out as a powerful tool for uncovering hidden evidence: the development of fingerprints using cyanoacrylate ester fumes. This ingenious technique has been instrumental in revealing latent fingerprints, aiding investigators in... Read More

by Kourosh Nikoui | Feb 13, 2024 | Footwear/Shoeprints In the intricate world of forensic science, every step leaves a mark—a footprint, a shoe impression—that can provide valuable insights into criminal activities. Footwear examination, a specialized branch of forensic science,... Read More

In the realm of forensic science, the development of fingerprints using cyanoacrylate ester fuming has long been a cornerstone technique for uncovering latent evidence. However, to further enhance the clarity and visibility of developed fingerprints, forensic experts have turned to... Read More