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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During interviews, is there a certain type of "personality" that forensic scientists look for?

Asked by kwow111 almost 8 years ago

No, just attention to detail and patience.

What are the questions you would ask when you find a fiber?

Asked by Cory about 8 years ago

Well, if it's found on the victim, you might ask if it came from the suspect's clothing/upholstery/etc., and vice versa. Or it could similarly link either party to the crime scene, depending upon the circumstances of the case.

Could I ask you some questions for a school project?

Asked by ssosiak1 about 8 years ago

Sure, email me at Lisa-Black@live.com

Did you ever puke or feel funny on a certain case?

Asked by MarieAbend about 8 years ago

I got a little queasy at my very first autopsy, but since then, no.

if you could choose, would you rather work in a lab or on a crime scene?

Asked by kenia over 8 years ago

I like doing both, because being in the lab all the time can get tedious, but being at crime scenes all the time can get exhausting.

Hi there! I was wondering if I can interview you for my school project ? if so please contact me @litzy475@gmail.com

Asked by Litzy garza about 8 years ago

Yes, I'll email you when I'm back at work tomorrow.

What's one of the weirdest cases you've worked?

Asked by Emily over 8 years ago

Unfortunately I can't really discuss that on a public forum. And they're all weird, in their way.