This revised edition of a study book on forensic genetics provides extensive coverage of the latest developments in the field. It focuses on complete DNA analysis, from evidence collection to legal application. The book is written by Dr Will Goodwin, Dr Sibte Hadi, and Dr Adrian M. T. Linacre, and offers in-depth insights for study and practice in forensic science.
Description
This study book offers greater in-depth coverage of kinship problems, divided across two separate chapters: relationships between living persons and the identification of human remains. In addition, the current topic of non-human forensic genetics is covered, with attention to the identification of bacteria, viruses, animals, and plants. The book includes self-assessment questions and is fully illustrated in color. It guides the reader step by step through the DNA evidence process, supported by numerous case studies.
Product specifications
- Author: William Goodwin (University of Central Lancashire)
- Series: Essentials of Forensic Science
- Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc
- Publication date: 2010-12-03
- Number of pages: 224
- ISBN: 9780470710197
- Subject: Forensic medicine
- BISAC: MEDICAL / Forensic Medicine
About the authors
Dr Will Goodwin, Senior Lecturer in Forensic Genetics, Faculty of Science and Technology, University of Central Lancashire.
Dr Sibte Hadi, Senior Lecturer in Forensic Genetics, Faculty of Science and Technology, University of Central Lancashire.
Dr Adrian M. T. Linacre, Department of Pure and Applied Chemistry, University of Strathclyde.