Here are some suggested links for any visitors who want to learn more about forensic science.
The American Academy of Forensic Sciences
Information from the American Academny of Forensic Science
The Forensic Science Foundation
Provides information on all the different branches of forensic science
A portal to hundreds of websites separated by forensic discipline
Features articles on forensic sciences, classic cases, and the latest news in law enforcement.
Provides a wealth of information about crime scene investigation, laboratory analysis, even a forensics glossary.
A thorough forensics curriculum covering the analysis of analysis of fingerprints, hair, fiber, glass, soil and chemicals. Developed by Dr. Patricia Ligon from Broughton High School in Raleigh, North Carolina.
Contains content designed for students, educators, and the general public. It includes Fun Facts, Q&A, Forensics in The News, Student Resources, Games and Trivia, Museum Events, and more.
Student Worksheet for CSI Web-adventure Case 1
This worksheet, created by an 8th grade teacher, can be used as a log when students are playing CSI Case 1: Rookie Training, so that they stay focused on the content in the game.
Free subscription to a forensic magazine offering articles, tips, and techniques for anyone trying to teach forensics.
Extract human DNA and run it on a gel in the University of Utah’s virtual laboratory. This site has information on genetic cloning and biotechnology as well.
Human Genome Project: DNA Forensics
See how DNA Forensics has evolved through the years, as well as some of its interesting uses and ethical concerns.
This interactive site lets you create a DNA Fingerprint and use it to solve a crime. It also features information on the Sam Sheppard case (the inspiration for the movie “The Fugitive”).
DNA Testing for the Non-Scientist
An overview covering DNA and how it is tested in the lab
Learn about the effect of different chemicals on the body, as well as the history of toxicology.
This professional organization provides a wealth of information of students interested in learning more about toxicology.
Resource Guide to Careers in Toxicology
A brief introduction from the Society of Toxicology, including what toxicologists do and where they work, and more
Firearms and Tool Marks Examination
Learn about everything from class characteristics to ballistic gelatin. Several interactive activities are also available if you register (free).
Articles on all aspects of firearms examination, ballistics, gun control, and safety
Provides kits for teachers to conduct their own hands-on SAFE firearms and toolmark comparisons in the classroom
Association of Firearms and Toolmark Examiners
Professional organization that provides information on training, news, and job opportunities
This governmental website provides great resources on how to avoid on-line fraud, complete with interactive games that let you safely explore different traps and scams
Learn how the FBI works to prevent and investigate cyber-crime
Computer Crime Research Center
The latest news in online computer crime and its prevention
Read an overview of forensic anthropology, and learn about various schools and training programs
This online tutorial covers all aspects of forensic anthropology, from at the crime scene to in the laboratory
If all that’s left of a body are those who fed on it, do any clues remain? Come find out!
This site from the Australian Museum covers many different aspects of death and dieing, including forensic pathology
A detailed explanation of how and why the various steps in an autopsy are carried out.
Visible Proofs—Forensic Views of the Body
This comprehensive site covers the history of forensic pathology and toxicology. It also looks at many famous cases and historical people.
Karen Taylor talks about the work she does with law enforcement, including facial reconstruction and age progression.
A comprehensive overview of many different aspects of criminal art that looks at its application in several different types of cases.
Everything you ever want to know about taking professional fingerprints.
A visual history of fingerprinting, including the people responsible for its advancement.
A site from the Netherlands that covers all aspects of collecting and analyzing fingerprints.
How much can you deduce after searching these crime scenes?
Learn about several different forensic disciplines as you try to solve the murder of playboy Robert Hughes
The Mystery of the Hidden Mine
Can you determine who took the legendary gold from an abandoned Nevada mine?
How accurate of an eye witness are you? Click and find out!
