Your CSI Training Ground with On-Site Amenities and Local Gems

CSI training ground with on site amenities and local gems

The Forensic Training Partnership understands the importance of a well-rounded training experience. While mastering Crime Scene Investigation (CSI) and Crime Scene Management (CSM) techniques is crucial, access to convenient amenities and local activities adds to a productive and enjoyable learning journey. This blog highlights the fantastic on-site facilities at Cranfield University, along with some local…

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Fingermark Visualisation Manual Released Openly

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In the ever-evolving landscape of forensic science, staying ahead is not just a priority; it’s a necessity. That’s why the public release of the Second Edition of the Fingermark Visualisation Manual (FVM) is causing ripples of excitement, with forensic examiners and investigators from around the world now having access. Developed by the Defence Science and…

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New Spray can Detect Fingerprints in Ten Seconds

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A UK-Chinese team of scientists developed a biocompatible fluorescent spray from a jellyfish protein. Forensic investigations have long relied on fingerprint analysis as a crucial tool in solving crimes. However, the methods used to detect latent fingerprints (LFPs) have often presented challenges, from toxicity to environmental damage. In a groundbreaking development, scientists at Shanghai Normal…

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Crime Scene Managers: Why are they so important?

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Crime Scene Managers (CSM) plays a pivotal role in overseeing all aspects of a crime scene investigation, from the preservation of evidence to the coordination of personnel and resources. Their expertise, leadership and attention to detail are essential for ensuring that investigations are conducted thoroughly, accurately.  In accordance with established protocols and procedures To read…

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Dusting for Clues: A New Frontier in Crime Scene Forensics

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The secret hidden in dust: Assessing the potential to use biological and chemical properties of the airborne fraction of soil for provenance assignment and forensic casework In the realm of crime scene investigation, DNA evidence has long been a game-changer, providing a powerful tool for identifying perpetrators and exonerating the innocent. However, the traditional methods…

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Why are Cameras Changing to Mirrorless?

Why are cameras changing to mirrorless

Why are cameras changing to mirrorless? There are at least six reasons why camera manufacturers are no longer making Digital Single Lens Reflex (DSLR) cameras and are moving across to only making mirrorless cameras. Before we get to the six points it’s probably worth just talking about what an SLR camera is and why it’s…

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Code Of Practice – Why is it important?

Laboratory with a microscope on a bench with a copy of the Forensic Science Regulator's code of practice on a clip board

Why is the Forensic Science Regulator’s Code Of Practice important to UK Police Forces? The new UK Forensic Science Regulator’s Code of Practice is important to UK Police Forces as it became live on the 2nd October 2023 for a number of reasons. First, The Code of Practice sets out specific standards and requirements for…

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Remote Transmission of Fingerprints

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In the ever-evolving landscape of crime scene investigation, technological advancements continue to reshape the way law enforcement agencies gather and process critical evidence. Among these innovations, the remote transmission of fingerprints from crime scenes to fingerprint bureaux stands out as a game-changer. Our recent visit to AGX in Hook, Hampshire shed light on this groundbreaking…

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