Forensic Biology

Forensic Biology, Third Edition provides students with a general understanding of forensic biology, particularly in forensic serology and forensic DNA analysis, and addresses rapid advancements in the field over the past few years.

The book is divided into twenty-six chapters that are designed to be covered in a single-semester course for students majoring in forensic science, aiming to equip students with the knowledge that will allow them to understand and apply new real-world techniques and methods to prepare them for entry into the field.

The third edition:

• Provides clear explanations of the principles of forensic identification and analysis of biological evidence
• Explains the techniques for forensic body fluid identification and DNA profiling used in the field and the laboratory
• Discusses the benefits and limitations that apply to various forensic biology techniques
• Includes more than four hundred colour illustrations
• Includes more than three thousand in-text citations

This updated, comprehensive volume on forensic biology will be suitable for use both in the classroom and as a reference for practicing professionals.