Forensic Scientist

Forensic Scientist

LIsa Black

Cape Coral, FL

Female, 49

I spent the five happiest years of my life in a morgue. As a forensic scientist in the Cleveland coroner’s office I analyzed gunshot residue on hands and clothing, hairs, fibers, paint, glass, DNA, blood and many other forms of trace evidence, as well as crime scenes. Now I'm a certified latent print examiner and CSI for a police department in Florida. I also write a series of forensic suspense novels, turning the day job into fiction. My books have been translated into six languages.

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Last Answer on July 21, 2022

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Hi Lisa, I am studying forensics for a project and I came across a couple images that have me stumped. I think they may be phony, but not sure. They are from a gore site (they are non nude). Can you help me determine some things about these pics?

Asked by HG over 5 years ago

What is it you’re going to want to know about them, because I may or may not be able to help.

be honest has there ever been someone you did not like and where happy to see their lifeless body?

Asked by sdf over 5 years ago

I've never known anyone who became one of our victims, so no.

Do you work with cops on the regular?

Asked by Ronna over 5 years ago

I work in a police department, so yes, work with them every day.Though my immediate coworkers and immediate supervisor are all civilians.

Why do many films try to make it out like the good guys always when when that is not always true? Many people get away, many cases go unsolved, many people are never found, etc. I know God has his vengeance but you know what I am saying

Asked by Joker over 5 years ago

Because films are entertainment, and stories are more satisfying when they have a definite end.

Hello Lisa, what has changed in your job since you started to now

Asked by Jamie over 3 years ago

The ability to find 'contact' DNA, the improvement and proliferation of video cameras and the improvement and proliferation of downloading cell phone data. I think those are the major points.

Hope that helps!

I would like to become a forensic scientist but I would like to know the job market whether I could find a job easily.

Asked by Miriam about 5 years ago

That depends on where you live or where you want to work. You can check job vacancy postings at local agencies, or if you’re willing to relocate then check vacancy postings on organization websites like American Academy of Forensic Science or International Association for Identification. That will give you an idea of what is available and what the requirements are. Best of luck!

I know your a author are you ever going to write a autobiography or have you?

Asked by Mr. Miller over 5 years ago

Nope, not planning on it!