Forensic Biology

Description

This text defines forensic biology as an analysis performed in the forensic biology sections of forensic laboratories and thus focuses on forensic serology and forensic DNA analysis. The intend is to provide a scientific grounding in the area of forensic biology by offering an introduction to methods and techniques employed by forensic biology laboratories.

The aim of this book is to emphasize basic science and its application to forensic science in an effort to make the principles more understandable. The text also acknowledges the benefits and limitations that apply to forensic biology techniques. To convey a general understanding of the concepts of forensic biology, it is necessary to include explanations of various techniques that are employed in the field. The techniques introduced in this text are accompanied by brief background descriptions and a discussion of basic principles and techniques. Schematic illustrations are included where necessary.