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989 Questions

Last Answer on July 21, 2022

If I decide to pursue forensic science at uni, will I manage if I did not have chemistry in high school (I'm doing the IB)? Of course I do have some knowledge but only basics. will I learn at uni or is it expected of me to have previous knowledge?

Asked by Justyna over 7 years ago

I really don’t know, since my degree is in biology, not forensic science. You should ask one of faculty advisors in the forensic science program at the university (or better yet several universities). You could probably just call the departments on the phone and ask.

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

Asked by Cory over 7 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.

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What is the first thing a forensic team does when they reach the crime scene in this case homicide?

Asked by marge white over 7 years ago

Get everybody out of it, and then take pictures.

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Can a dna test determine whether my husband is an uncle or a half brother

Asked by Donna almost 8 years ago

I'm sorry but I don't know. A DNA testing company can probably help you. Best of luck!

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What's the most stressful part of being a Forensic scientist?

Asked by Sam about 8 years ago

Being 'on call' and knowing you can be interrupted at any moment of the day and have to go to a crime scene, even if it's the middle of the night or a holiday. Having to get up once or twice during the night after working 10-12 hours and knowing you have to work those hours for another day or two is pretty disheartening. I've also had to change vacations because I have to testify in a trial. I hate that.

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what on going knowledge does your job keep up with.

Asked by amelia over 7 years ago

Our office gets journals from the American Academy of Forensic Sciences and the International Association for Identification, as well as smaller publications like newsletters for the Florida Division of the IAI and the one for the association of Bloodstain Pattern Analysts.

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