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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I want to become a Forensic Biologist, similar to a Forensic Scientist. However, I'm unsure about what to major in Biology or Forensic Science? To become a Forensic Biologist, Do i major in Biology or Forensic Science?

Asked by Ash almost 8 years ago

I would guess that you should major in biology and minor in forensic science. I don't believe that a general forensic science program would be specific enough for a biologist job. But you should check want ads to see what they require.

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Hi, I have a career research project and was wondering if you had time for a one on one interview?

Asked by Kiara almost 8 years ago

Sorry for the late response--sure, email me at lisa-black@live.com.

687 Votes

So you wanna be a Forensic Scientist?

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Like tyler I have some questions to ask. Is there anyway you can email me at jacquan.craig@gmail.com and I email you a few questions to answer? Thanks it is for my class.

Asked by Hello My name is Jay, about 8 years ago

Sure, I'll email you.

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Hi, I recently developed OCD with a particular person.. I hate the fact this persons “DNA” or skin cells will be with me. This person touched my shirt and I washed it by hand..will their skin cells be gone after washing? Also my phone?

Asked by Helena almost 8 years ago

Yes, soap will take care of it.

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My school is offering 2 community health service courses that are credited. Will these courses be any help with forensic science or forensic anthropology?

Asked by Crazykid almost 8 years ago

I'm sorry but I don't know what a community health service course is, but I would think any information about the medical field would always be helpful.

683 Votes

How do forensic Serologists help the community? In what type of way?

Asked by Deziree Montervino about 8 years ago

In the way of helping to solve crimes.

681 Votes

Hello Lisa! I am doing a essay on pattern and impression evidence for college. One of the requirements is to email someone who works in this field. Why is pattern and impression very important in investigations? An overall description of your job

Asked by Lyubov Barbin almost 8 years ago

I'm sorry but that's a very broad question. What kind of pattern and impression evidence are you talking about?

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