Bloodstains, Paintings, and Drugs Raman Spectroscopy Applications in Forensic Science

• NCJ Number: 253284
• Journal: Forensic Chemistry Volume: 8 Dated: May 2018 Pages: 111-133
• Author(s): Shelby R. Khandasammy; Marisia A. Fikiet; Ewelina Mistek; Yasmine Ahmed; Lenka Halámková; Justin Bueno; Igor R. Lednev
• Date Published: May 2018
• Length: 23 pages
• Grant Number(s): 2016-DN-BX-0166; 2014-DN-BX-K016
• Agencies: NIJ-Sponsored

Annotation

This review recounts recent developments in Raman spectroscopy within forensic science.

Abstract

Topics covered in this manuscript include chemometrics, controlled substances, toxicology, counterfeit pharmaceuticals, explosives, gunshot residue, hair, fibers, paints, lipstick and nail polish, body fluids, forensic anthropology, and document examination. (publisher abstract modified)