Forensic scientists use different methods to identify a body at a crime scene. This subfield of forensic science is called body identification.

Now that we have an understanding of the principles of forensic science, we can begin to examine crime scene investigation. CSI involves many steps, but the first three are protecting the crime scene, recognizing evidence, and searching...

We just looked at note taking and sketching as two ways of documenting the crime scene. Now let's look at two more, photography and videography. What is the correct protocol for taking photos of all the evidence at the crime scene? Let's...

Documenting the crime scene thoroughly is very important, as once the scene is cleaned up, it is impossible to go back and check some detail that may be relevant to the case later. There are several methods of documenting the crime...

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...

Are you obsessed with crime-based entertainment like CSI and Sherlock? How accurately is crime scene investigation depicted on such shows? What exactly is forensic science, and what are the scientific principles it utilizes? If you want...

Just like any other science, forensic science is based on principles and laws. These are the law of individuality, the law of progressive change, Locard's law of exchange, the law of probability, the principle of comparison, and the...

In this series we are going to learn all about crime scene investigation. But we must first understand precisely what crimes are. What does it mean to say that someone has committed a crime? What are the types of crime that can be...

As powerful as today’s forensic science technologies are, everything can benefit from an upgrade. Today we'll tell you about 6 new techniques scientists are developing to track down suspects, analyze evidence, and even peer inside...

A criminal has committed burglary and escaped the scene without leaving a fingerprint or trace of DNA. How can forensic scientists still solve the crime? Chemistry - Atoms And Bonding - Learning Points. There are many forensic techniques...

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...

DNA profiling is one of the world's most powerful forensic tools, but how was it developed and how does it work? Biology - Cells And DNA - Learning Points. DNA profiling helps us to link individuals to crimes and free those that are...

Do you have what it takes to catch a killer? Combining real science and crime fiction, suit up and join Museum forensic scientists to solve a murder mystery at our evening event just for adults. Crime Scene Live runs throughout the year....

Your fingerprints are unique to you. They're famously used in forensic science to identify individuals that were at a crime scene. But did you know that koalas might be able to confuse crime scene investigators? Museum scientist Eloise...

Find out how chromatography can be used to create the chemical 'colour fingerprint' of a substance. What are the two chromatography methods and how are they used to solve crimes? Chemistry - Atoms And Bonding - Learning Points....

Explore the unique mission of the Oregon-based lab dedicated to solving wildlife crimes and preserving endangered species.

Explore the unique mission of the Oregon-based lab dedicated to solving wildlife crimes and preserving endangered species.<br/>

We use potassium ferricyanide and luminol indicator to show how forensic scientists detect blood at crime scenes. The luminol indicator contains luminol, sodium hydroxide and hydrogen peroxide. When luminol comes into contact with the...

After properly documenting evidence, it's time to collect it for further analysis. How is this done? There is very strict protocol for keeping all evidence separate, and properly recording precisely where it came from, so let's get some...

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,...

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...

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...

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...

The Golden State Killer was finally caught last week after more than 40 years, but the science behind it wasn’t just your everyday DNA forensics.