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Fundamentals of Forensic Science 3/e

作者：Max M. Houck, Jay A. Siegel
原價：NT$ 1,600

ISBN：9780128000373
年份：2015
出版商：Elsevier B.V.
頁數/規格：703頁/精裝彩色
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Description
Fundamentals of Forensic Science is a bestselling textbook that presents a complete look at the core disciplines, emphasizing biology, chemistry, and physical sciences that underpin forensic science. The third edition builds upon the success of the second edition with all updated chapters to reflect current methods, issues and topics and adding two new chapters on Ethical Issues in Forensic Science and Digital Evidence and Computer Forensics. Clear, comprehensive, and current, this edition provides a solid scientific foundation for teaching and training in forensic science. The third edition also includes material on the landmark report of the National Academy of Sciences 2009 Forensic Science report that touched upon many critical issues that face forensic science in the 21st century.

Key Features

Straightforward organization that includes key terms, numerous feature boxes emphasizing online resources, historical events, and figures in forensic science

Compelling, actual cases are included at the start of each chapter to illustrate the principles being covered

Effective training, including end-of-chapter questions - paired with a clear writing style making this an invaluable resource for professors and students of forensic science

Over 250 vivid, color illustrations that diagram key concepts and depict evidence encountered in the field

Table of Contents
Section I. Criminal Justice and Forensic Science
CH1 Introduction
CH2 Crime Scene Investigation
CH3 The Nature of Evidence

Section II. Analytical Tools
CH4 Microscopy
CH5 Light and Matter
CH6 Separation Methods

Section III. Biological Sciences
CH7 Pathology
CH8 Anthropology and Odontology
CH9 Entomology
CH10 Serology and Bloodstain Pattern Analysis
CH11 DNA Analysis
CH12 Forensic Hair Examinations

Section IV. Chemical Sciences
CH13 Illicit Drugs
CH14 Forensic Toxicology
CH15 Textile Fibers
CH16 Paint Analysis
CH17 Soil and Glass
CH18 Fires and Explosions

Section V. Physical Sciences
CH19 Friction Ridge Examination
CH20 Questioned Documents
CH21 Firearms and Toolmarks
CH22 Impression Evidence
CH23 Forensic Engineering

Section VI. Legal and Forensic Science
CH24 Digital Evidence and Computer Forensics
CH25 Legal Aspects of Forensic Science

Max Houck
Dr. Max M. Houck is an internationally-recognized forensic expert with research interests in forensic science, education, and the forensic enterprise and its industries. He has worked in all aspects of forensic science, including at the FBI Laboratory. Dr. Houck has published widely in books and peer-reviewed journals. His anthropology and trace evidence casework includes the Branch Davidian Investigation, the September 11 attacks on the Pentagon, the D.B. Cooper case, the US Embassy bombings in Africa, and the West Memphis Three case, among hundreds of others. He served for six years as the Chair of the Forensic Science Educational Program Accreditation Commission (FEPAC). Dr. Houck is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry and a founding Co-Editor of the journal Forensic Science Policy and Management.

Jay Siegel
Jay Siegel, PhD is retired Director of the Forensic and Investigative Sciences Program and Chair of the Department of Chemistry and Chemical Biology at Indiana University Purdue University Indianapolis. He was Director of the Forensic Science Program at Michigan State University for 25 years from 1980-2004 until his retirement as Professor Emeritus. Dr. Siegel is a Distinguished Member of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences and was named as Distinguished Alumni Scholar by his alma mater, George Washington University in 2011. He is co-editor of Forensic Science Policy and Management: An International Journal. He was a member of the National Academy of Sciences Forensic Science Committee from 2006-09.

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