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Internation Association for Identification (IAI)

American Board of Criminalists

Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences (UK)

Association of Forensic Science Providers (AFSP)

Society of Forensic Toxicologists (SOFT)

Fingerprint Society (UK)

University of Auckland - Forensic Science Modules (NZ)

University of Leicester - MSc Forensic Science (UK)

Michigan State University - Forensic Science (US)

University College London - Centre for Forensic Sciences (UK)

John Jay College of Criminal Justice (NYC)

University of Dundee - Forensic Sciences (UK)

Bond University - Forensic programs (AUS)

Griffith University - Forensic Science (AUS)

  1. Forensics: The Anatomy of Crime by Val McDermid
    An exploration of the history and science behind forensic medicine, from crime scenes to courtrooms.
    Official Book Page

  2. Silent Witnesses: The Often Gruesome but Always Fascinating History of Forensic Science by Nigel McCrery
    A historical account of forensic science over the last two centuries, highlighting significant developments and cases.
    Publisher's Page

  3. Dead Men Do Tell Tales: The Strange and Fascinating Cases of a Forensic Anthropologist by Dr. William R. Maples
    A memoir detailing intriguing cases encountered by a renowned forensic anthropologist.
    Publisher's Page

  4. The Poisoner's Handbook: Murder and the Birth of Forensic Medicine in Jazz Age New York by Deborah Blum
    A narrative on how forensic toxicology emerged in the 1920s to combat the use of poisons in crimes.
    Author's Website

  5. Corpse: Nature, Forensics, and the Struggle to Pinpoint Time of Death by Jessica Snyder Sachs
    An investigation into the challenges of determining time of death and the science behind it.
    Publisher's Page

  6. Forensic Science: From the Crime Scene to the Crime Lab by Richard Saferstein
    A comprehensive textbook covering various aspects of forensic science, suitable for educational purposes.
    Publisher's Page

  7. No Stone Unturned: The True Story of the World's Premier Forensic Investigators by Steve Jackson
    The story of NecroSearch International and their innovative methods in solving cold cases.
    Publisher's Page

  8. Written in Bone: Hidden Stories in What We Leave Behind by Sue Black
    Insights into forensic anthropology and the tales our bones can tell after death.
    Publisher's Page

  9. Trace Evidence: The Hunt for the I-5 Serial Killer by Bruce Henderson
    A true crime account detailing how forensic science helped track down a serial killer.
    Publisher's Page

  10. The Forensic Casebook: The Science of Crime Scene Investigation by Ngaire E. Genge
    An accessible guide to forensic techniques and real-life cases, ideal for educators and enthusiasts.
    Publisher's Page

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