The book "Technology in Forensic Science" provides an integrated approach by reviewing the usage of modern forensic tools as well as the methods for interpretation of the results. Starting with best practices on sample taking, the book then reviews analytical methods such as high-resolution microscopy and chromatography, biometric approaches, and advanced sensor technology as well as emerging technologies such as nanotechnology and taggant technology. It concludes with an outlook to emerging methods such as AI-based approaches to forensic investigations.
About the Author
Deepak Rawtani, CEng, PhD, is Associate Professor of Forensic Nanotechnology at the Institute of Research and Development, Gujarat Forensic Sciences University, Gandhinagar. His research focus is on functionalization of halloysite nanotubes, delivery of biomolecules and drugs immobilization. Besides being a Researcher, he is also a Technical Assessor for the National Accreditation Board for Testing and Calibration Laboratories in the field of Forensic Biology and Pharmaceuticals.
Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain, PhD, is Adjunct Professor in the Department of Chemistry & Environmental Sciences at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), USA. His research is focused on the applications of nanotechnology and advanced materials in the environment and analytical chemistry. Dr. Hussain is the author of numerous papers in peer-reviewed journals as well as prolific author and editor of several scientific monographs and handbooks in his research areas.
