Richard Li - Böcker

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 26 chapters that are designed to be covered in a single-semester course for students majoring in forensic science, with the aim of equipping students with the knowledge needed 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 involved in forensic identification and the analysis of biological evidence Explains the techniques used in forensic body fluid identification and DNA profiling, both in the field and in the laboratory Discusses the benefits and limitations of various forensic biology techniques Includes over four hundred color illustrations Includes over three thousand in-text citationsThis updated and comprehensive volume on forensic biology is suitable for use both in the classroom and as a reference for practicing professionals.

Over the last several years, new research and developments in analysis methods and practice have led to rapid advancements in forensic biology. Identifying critical points of knowledge and new methodological approaches in the field, Forensic Biology, Second Edition focuses on forensic serology and forensic DNA analysis. It provides students and professionals with a scientific grounding in biological evidence—both the techniques used to identify it and the methodology to analyze it.This second edition: Introduces the language of forensic biology, enabling students to become comfortable with usage and terminologyProvides clear explanations of the principles of forensic identification and analysis of biological evidenceExplains forensic serology and DNA techniques used in the field and the laboratoryDiscusses the benefits and limitations that apply to various forensic biology techniquesIncludes schematic illustrations to clarify conceptsPresents three new chapters created for this edition Adds more than two hundred new color figures Covering the full scope of forensic biology, the book uses an accessible, straightforward style designed to enhance students’ education and training so they are prepared, both in the laboratory and in the field.

The papers are organized in topical sections named: Blended Learning, Hybrid Learning, Online Learning, Enriched and Smart Learning, Learning Management System and Content and Instructional Design.