Full Description
Fluorescent Particles in Forensic Engineering examines the significant part that fluorescent particles play in forensic investigations. It provides in-depth insight into the applications of fluorescent particles for the detection of evidence, the examination of crime scenes, and the development of new methods in forensic science. The reader will come away with a comprehensive understanding of how fluorescent particles can be adapted to a variety of forensic applications to significantly improve the accuracy and efficacy of forensic investigations.
• Explores the novel use of luminous materials to revolutionize the process of evidence detection, analysis of crime scenes, and forensic investigations.
• Covers a wide variety of vital issues, such as the synthesis and characterization of fluorescent particles, as well as their usage in trace evidence analysis, latent fingerprint detection, bloodstain pattern analysis, and ballistics.
• Delves into the use of modern imaging and spectroscopy techniques for the visualization and analysis of these particles, giving forensic scientists and engineers powerful tools that can be used to solve complex cases.
• Offers a unique interdisciplinary approach, covering both theory and practice.
This book serves as an excellent resource for forensic and materials professionals, researchers, and students.
Contents
0. Front Matter. 1. Introduction to Fluorescent Particles in Forensic Engineering. 2. Science and Technology of Nano-forensics. 3. Classification of Fluorescent Materials Used in Forensic Engineering. 4. Fabrication Strategies of Fluorescent Particles Used in Forensics. 5. Silica Based Fluorescent Probes in Forensics. 6. Carbon Nanoparticles Based Fluorescent Probes in Forensics. 7. Quantum Dots in Forensics. 8. Noble Metal-Based Systems in Forensics. 9. Organic Fluorescent Materials in Forensics. 10. Fluorescent Materials for Saliva Sensing. 11. Biosensors in Forensics. 12. Aptasensors in Forensics. 13. Fluorescent Nanomaterials for Latent Fingerprint Detection. 14. Optical Biosensors in Forensics. 15. Sensing of Abusive Drugs in Forensics. 16. Applications of Surface-Enhanced Raman Scattering in Forensic Engineering. 17. Conclusion and Future Outlook
