Handbook of Analytical Techniques for Forensic Samples

Handbook of Analytical Techniques for Forensic Samples: Current and Emerging Developments discusses in detail the current trends and latest analytical techniques and methods commonly employed in forensic analysis in order to ensure the proper facilitation of justice. This book is useful for readers who wish to stay updated on the latest trends in the forensic analysis of samples encountered at crime scenes. Technological advancements, such as biosensors, nanotechnology, and taggant technology have upped the level of analysis in forensic science. These emergent technologies, incorporated with existing analytical techniques, are leading to more precise, accurate, and specific examination of forensic samples. Lab-on-a-chip technology has also eased several kinds of on-site analyses done by investigating teams at different types of crime scenes. This book covers the evolution of forensic sample analysis as well as these emerging trends and new technologies.

Chaudhery Mustansar Hussain is Adjunct Professor, Academic Advisor and Director of Chemistry & EVSc Labs in the Department of Chemistry & Environmental Sciences at the New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT), Newark, New Jersey, USA. His research is focused on the applications of Nanotechnology & Advanced Materials, Environmental Management, Analytical Chemistry and various industries. He is author of numerous papers in peer-reviewed journals as well as prolific author and editor of several scientific monographs and handbooks in his research areas.
Deepak Rawtani, PhD, C. Eng, is an associate professor of nanotechnology at the Institute of Research and Development, Gujarat Forensic Sciences University, Gandhinagar. His research is focused on forensic nanobiotechnology with special emphasis to DNA-nanoparticle interaction and functionalization of halloysite nanotubes for enzyme immobilization, drug delivery, and environmental applications. Dr. Rawtani is the author of more than 45 scientific papers and handbooks in his research domain with journals of international repute. Besides being a researcher, he is also a NABL empaneled Technical Assessor (ISO/IEC 17025).
Gaurav Pandey is working as a Research Fellow at the Institute of Research & Development (IRD), Gujarat Forensic Sciences University (GFSU), Gandhinagar, India. His research interests include the use of Nanomaterials for biological applications, especially in the areas of Environmental Science, Drug Delivery and Enzyme Immobilization. He has received his M.S. degree in Forensic Nanotechnology with specialization in Nanobiotechnology from IRD, GFSU. He has also received his B. Tech. degree in Biotechnology from SRM Institute of Science & Technology, Chennai, India.
Maithri Tharmavaram is a Research Fellow at Institute of Research & Development (IRD), Gujarat Forensic Sciences University, Gandhinagar, India. Her research interest involves developing surface modification strategies for clay-based nanotubes and using them for various biological applications such as environmental remediation, antifouling and wound healing applications. She also pursued her Master's degree in Nanobiotechnology from GFSU. She obtained her B. Tech degree in Bioinformatics from SRM University, Chennai. She's also a recipient of the DST-CEFIPRA-ESONN 2018 fellowship where she underwent a three-week training programme at European School of Nanosciences and Nanotechnology, Grenoble, France.