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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Last question. I'm sorry, these were for my class.
If you were just choosing a career field, would you still choose to be a forensic scientist? Why or why not?

Asked by Jessie over 4 years ago

Yes, absolutely. I can’t think of anything I’d enjoy as much.

Why do people ask you such non sense questions. If you look much of many of these questions the writing styles are the same I am getting the feeling someone or some people are messing around with the site and messing with the forms.

Asked by Jessica almost 6 years ago

I agree.

Do people when you give them your email when they are asking homework or school work questions ever really email you?

Asked by Conner about 6 years ago

Sometimes. Perhaps 10% of the time.

What do you think about the BLM?

Asked by Kaylee almost 6 years ago

I think I am an expert in some areas of forensic science. I am not an expert in law, public safety policy or our political system.

What did you major in and where? Also did you have a minor?

Asked by Ramen over 5 years ago

I have a bachelor’s degree in biology from Cleveland State University. I didn’t have a minor.

What is the point in giving a poly graph if it’s not even admissible in court except for in specific circumstances? (Usually if only the defense and prosecutors agree)

Asked by Zarah almost 6 years ago

That's not something I have anything to do with--it's the detectives' and/or attorneys' decision. I supposed they think if they get results that are really surprising it can hint if they're looking at the right people or not.

CN you really find anyone like in NCIS?

Asked by May about 6 years ago

Nope!