If you are studying forensic science, or a related course such as forensic chemistry or biology, then this book will be an indispensable companion throughout your entire degree programme. This &#8216;one-stop&#8217; text will guide you through the wide range of practical, analytical and data handling skills that you will need during your studies. It will also give you a solid grounding in the wider transferable skills such as teamwork and study skills.

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    <li>1 Essentials of practical work </li>
    <li>2 Health and safety </li>
    <li>3 Making measurements and observations </li>
    <li>4 SI units and their use </li>
    <li>5 Scientific method and design of experiments </li>
    <li>6 Working with liquids </li>
    <li>7 Basic laboratory procedures </li>
    <li>8 Principles of solution chemistry </li>
    <li>9 pH and buffer solutions </li>
    <li>10 Introduction to microscopy </li>
    <li>11 Setting up and using microscopes </li>
    <li>12 Sample preparation </li>
    <li>13 DNA analysis &ndash; fundamental principles </li>
    <li>14 Chromatography </li>
    <li>15 Mass spectrometry </li>
    <li>16 Basic spectroscopy</li>
    <li>17 Atomic spectroscopy </li>
    <li>18 X-ray fluorescence spectroscopy </li>
    <li>19 Infrared and Raman spectroscopy </li>
    <li>20 Nuclear magnetic resonance spectroscopy </li>
    <li>21 Immunoassay </li>
    <li>22 Electrophoresis </li>
    <li>23 Personnel and recording the scene </li>
    <li>24 Collecting evidence &ndash; basic principles </li>
    <li>25 Digital evidence </li>
    <li>26 Investigating fingerprints </li>
    <li>27 Footwear marks and impressions </li>
    <li>28 Investigating other marks </li>
    <li>29 Document analysis </li>
    <li>30 Analysis of biological fluids </li>
    <li>31 DNA analysis &ndash; forensic applications </li>
    <li>32 Analysis of hair </li>
    <li>33 Analysis of skeletal remains </li>
    <li>34 Forensic odontology </li>
    <li>35 Forensic entomology </li>
    <li>36 Forensic botany </li>
    <li>37 Alcohol analysis </li>
    <li>38 Forensic toxicology </li>
    <li>39 Bulk drug analysis </li>
    <li>40 Analysis of paint </li>
    <li>41 Analysis of glass </li>
    <li>42 Analysis of fibres </li>
    <li>43 Firearms and ballistic evidence </li>
    <li>44 Analysis of fires and explosions </li>
    <li>45 Finding and citing published information </li>
    <li>46 Using online resources </li>
    <li>47 Evaluating information </li>
    <li>48 Word processors, databases and other packages </li>
    <li>49 Using Spreadsheets</li>
    <li>50 Fundamental principles of quantitative chemical analysis </li>
    <li>51 Calibration and quantitative analysis </li>
    <li>52 Using graphs </li>
    <li>53 Presenting data in tables </li>
    <li>54 Hints for solving numerical problems </li>
    <li>55 Descriptive statistics </li>
    <li>56 Choosing and using statistical tests </li>
    <li>57 Chemometrics and advanced statistics </li>
    <li>58 General aspects of scientific writing </li>
    <li>59 Giving a spoken presentation </li>
    <li>60 Writing a forensic statement and presenting evidence in court </li>
    <li>61 Reporting practical and project work </li>
    <li>62 Writing essays, literature surveys and reviews </li>
    <li>63 Organising a poster display </li>
    <li>64 The importance of transferable skills </li>
    <li>65 Managing your time </li>
    <li>66 Working with others </li>
    <li>67 Taking notes from lectures and texts </li>
    <li>68 Learning and revising effectively </li>
    <li>69 Assessments and exams </li>
    <li>70 Preparing your curriculum vitae <br/>
    </li>
</ul>

<p>If you are studying forensic science, or a related course such as forensic chemistry or biology, then this book will be an indispensable companion throughout your entire degree programme. This &#8216;one-stop&#8217; text will guide you through the wide range of practical, analytical and data handling skills that you will need during your studies. It will also give you a solid grounding in the wider transferable skills such as teamwork and study skills. </p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>This third edition of <i>Practical<a></a> Skills in Forensic Science</i> builds upon the excellent foundation of its predecessors and provides an easy-to-read guide to help you develop the skills you need to succeed. It retains the key features of earlier editions, with a layout that explains the essential elements of practical techniques and procedures in a step-by-step manner to help you understand their application in the context of forensic science. </p><p>&nbsp;</p><p>Features include: </p><p>&#183; &nbsp; Coverage of a wide range of practical aspects from fingerprint recovery, trace evidence examination, bodily fluid examination and DNA analysis, as well as broader skills such as tackling numerical problems and passing exams.</p><p>&#183; &nbsp; Case examples,&nbsp;guidelines for&nbsp;documentation and reporting results, plus advice on&nbsp;the legal aspects of forensic science provide you with an understanding of the professional role of a forensic scientist.</p><p>&#183; &nbsp; New material on personal development planning, learning styles, e-learning and avoiding plagiarism.</p><p>&#183; &nbsp; Updated sections on software for graphical and statistical analysis.</p><p>&#183; &nbsp; Worked examples and &#8216;How To&#8217; boxes provide practical guidance and support.</p><p>&#183; &nbsp; Key points highlight critical features of methodology.</p><p>&#183; &nbsp; Use of margin tips, definitions and illustrations throughout.</p><p>&#183; &nbsp; Additional sources of further study identified for every chapter.</p><p>&#183; &nbsp; Safety notes highlight specific hazards and appropriate practical steps to minimise risk. </p><p>&#183; &nbsp; Study exercises (and answers) in each chapter help to reinforce learning. </p><p>&nbsp;</p><p><b>ALAN LANGFORD</b> is Senior Lecturer and Programme Leader in Criminology and Forensic Sciences at Northumbria University, UK; <b>JOHN DEAN</b> is Professor of Analytical and Environmental Sciences and Director of the Graduate School at Northumbria University, UK; <b>ROB REED</b> is Professor of Biomedical Science and Director of Undergraduate Science Programs at CQUniversity, Australia; <b>DAVID HOLMES</b> is Director of Collaborative Programs in Applied Sciences at Northumbria University, UK; <b>JONATHAN WEYERS</b> is Director of Quality Assurance at the University of Dundee, UK; and <b>ALLAN JONES</b> is Senior Lecturer and Chancellor's Award Fellow in Ecology, Environmental Science and Zoology at the University of Dundee, UK.</p>

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