Practical Skills in Forensic Science

<p>If you are studying forensic science, or a related course such as forensic chemistry or biology, then this book will be an indispensable companion throughout your entire degree programme. This 'one-stop' text will guide you through the wide range of practical, analytical and data handling skills that you will need during your studies. It will also give you a solid grounding in the wider transferable skills such as teamwork and study skills.</p> <p> </p> <p>This third edition of <i>Practical Skills in Forensic Science</i> builds upon the excellent foundation of its predecessors and provides an easy-to-read guide to help you develop the skills you need to succeed. It retains the key features of earlier editions, with a layout that explains the essential elements of practical techniques and procedures in a step-by-step manner to help you understand their application in the context of forensic science.</p> <p> </p> <p>Features include:</p> <p>· Coverage of a wide range of practical aspects from fingerprint recovery, trace evidence examination, bodily fluid examination and DNA analysis, as well as broader skills such as tackling numerical problems and passing exams.</p> <p>· Case examples, guidelines for documentation and reporting results, plus advice on the legal aspects of forensic science provide you with an understanding of the professional role of a forensic scientist.</p> <p>· New material on personal development planning, learning styles, e-learning and avoiding plagiarism.</p> <p>· Updated sections on software for graphical and statistical analysis.</p> <p>· Worked examples and 'How To' boxes provide practical guidance and support.</p> <p>· Key points highlight critical features of methodology.</p> <p>· Use of margin tips, definitions and illustrations throughout.</p> <p>· Additional sources of further study identified for every chapter.</p> <p>· Safety notes highlight specific hazards and appropriate practical steps to minimise risk.</p> <p>· Study exercises (and answers) in each chapter help to reinforce learning.</p> <p> </p> <p><b>ALAN LANGFORD</b> is Senior Lecturer and Programme Leader in Criminology and Forensic Sciences at Northumbria University, UK; <b>JOHN DEAN</b> is Professor of Analytical and Environmental Sciences and Director of the Graduate School at Northumbria University, UK; <b>ROB REED</b> is Professor of Biomedical Science and Director of Undergraduate Science Programs at CQUniversity, Australia; <b>DAVID HOLMES</b> is Director of Collaborative Programs in Applied Sciences at Northumbria University, UK; <b>JONATHAN WEYERS</b> is Director of Quality Assurance at the University of Dundee, UK; and <b>ALLAN JONES</b> is Senior Lecturer and Chancellor's Award Fellow in Ecology, Environmental Science and Zoology at the University of Dundee, UK.</p>