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Victorian Pseudosciences: Solving Murders with Eyeballs
In the 1800s, Wilhelm Kühne created an image of a window from the eyes of a rabbit. Was this technology applicable to humans? Hosted by: Michael Aranda
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Evolution of DNA analysis in Crime Scene Investigation
In this video, we will talk about the evolution of DNA analysis in forensic science. Discover how this groundbreaking technique emerged, revolutionizing criminal investigations. From its humble beginnings to pivotal cases that shaped its...
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This is how a body is identified in a crime scene
Forensic scientists use different methods to identify a body at a crime scene. This subfield of forensic science is called body identification.
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Can DNA help us solve a crime?
In this video, we explore the incredible world of forensic science and how DNA technology is helping to solve some of the most complex crimes. From the basics of how DNA works, to the cutting-edge techniques used to extract, analyze, and...
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Amplification of DNA
Producing many identical copies of a DNA sequence, by laboratory processes, such as the polymerase chain reaction. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual...
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Forensic science
The use of a wide range of scientific techniques to collect and store evidence for criminal investigations. A Twig Science Glossary Film. Key scientific terms defined in just 60 seconds using stunning images and concise textual...
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What Makes Up the Electromagnetic Spectrum?
From radio waves to gamma rays, the electromagnetic spectrum is useful in different ways. How does this radiation differ and how can they be used? Physics - Waves - Learning Points. Electromagnetic radiation exists along a continuous...
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DNA and Crime
DNA profiling can match individuals to a crime scene using only a few cells. A brief history of DNA profiling and the breakthroughs that have made this possible. Biology - Cells And DNA - Learning Points. DNA is described as a...
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Unraveling Clues: Forensic Techniques in Action
Dive into a hands-on forensic training session with four future detectives in Ecully near Lyon, exploring the precision of fingerprint analysis, DNA extraction, and the unique method of odorology. Discover how modern techniques rapidly...
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The Modern Spy: How Your Daily Devices Can Be Compromised
In an age where technology is intertwined with daily life, learn how easily your devices can be hacked and used for spying. From mobile phones to computers, discover the methods used by modern spies to infiltrate your privacy. Follow...
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How to Roll Fingerprints
“How to Roll Fingerprints” will demonstrate to students the correct way to roll fingerprints.
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Rigor Mortis, Livor Mortis, Pallor Mortis, Algor Mortis: Forensic Science Explains Stages of Death
Once a person dies, their body begins a process of decay. This process can be seen through certain external changes which are called post mortem signs of death. There are 4 postmortem signs of death - pallor mortis, algor mortis, rigor...
National Institute of Standards and Technology
Sheila Willis on DNA Transfer
What are DNA Mixtures? And why are they sometimes so difficult to interpret? Sheila Willis, a guest researcher at the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST) and the former director general of Forensic Science Ireland,...
National Institute of Standards and Technology
NIST Unscripted - John Butler
NIST Fellow and DNA expert John Butler describes his work in DNA forensic science, how NIST standards enable accurate DNA measurements to be made, how NIST methods helped ID victims of 9/11, how he got interested in forensics, and how...
National Institute of Standards and Technology
Fentanyl Can Sicken First Responders. Here's a Possible Solution
NIST researchers demonstrate techniques for screening illegal drugs for the synthetic opioids like fentanyl that are causing a spike in overdose deaths. More info:...
National Institute of Standards and Technology
Putting the Science in Forensic Science
A brief look at the NIST Forensic Science Program and the NIST research, products, services and other activities that support the forensic science community.
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Scientists Working and using gel permeation chromatography in the Laboratory
Scientists Working and using gel permeation chromatography in the Laboratory. he use glass syringe with
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Detached epithelial cells from Human tongue scrape, with various types of swimming bacteria. Nomarski Differential Interference Contrast, horizontal field of view 180 micrometres
Detached epithelial cells from Human tongue scrape, with various types of swimming bacteria. Nomarski Differential Interference Contrast, horizontal field of view 180 micrometres
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Fingerprinting suspects.
Details of the fingerprints suspects in police custody by police.Thailand.