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SEPT./OCT. 2006, Vol. 4  No. 5

Focus: Funding for Laboratories

FEATURE ARTICLES

An Innovative Way to Fund a Crime Lab
When the money for a new, much-needed forensic laboratory couldn't be generated by public funds, Rick Workman at the Henderson (Nevada) Police Department turned to the public sector. Written by Dale Garrison.

Follow-Up on Hurricane Katrina's Impact
A look at how computer networking and terminal-server technology helped the Mississippi Crime Lab recover from last year's devastation. Written by Simon Key.

Interview with an Expert
Dr. Roger Kahn of the Harris Count (Texas) Medical Examiner's Office discusses how DNA laboratories are meeting the multiple challenges of backlogs, training, and technology.

Image Reversal
Latent fingerprints left on the non-adhesive side of tape can sometimes be transferred to the sticky-side of the tape but examiners should be aware that the image of the print will be reversed. Written by Officer Jimmy Rifenberg.

Blood-Spatter Tool
Results from a preliminary evaluation of a new training or processing tool that can demonstrate impact spatter from a beating mechanism. Written by Todd A. Thorne and Stuart H. James.

Understanding Lighting and Contrast
Bright sunlight may be nice for scenic images, but it is the hardest lighting to use if your goal is to produce good, effective evidence documentation. Written by Sandy Weiss.

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Editorial
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