
Fingerprints and Other Ridge Skin Impressions
CRC Press
2nd Edition
Published on 22. June 2016
Book
Hardback
448 pages
978-1-4987-2893-5 (ISBN)
Description
Since its publication, the first edition of Fingerprints and Other Ridge Skin Impressions has become a classic in the field. This second edition is completely updated, focusing on the latest technology and techniques-including current detection procedures, applicable processing and analysis methods-all while incorporating the expansive growth of literature on the topic since the publication of the original edition.
Forensic science has been challenged in recent years as a result of errors, courts and other scientists contesting verdicts, and changes of a fundamental nature related to previous claims of infallibility and absolute individualization. As such, these factors represent a fundamental change in the way training, identifying, and reporting should be conducted. This book addresses these questions with a clear viewpoint as to where the profession-and ridge skin identification in particular-must go and what efforts and research will help develop the field over the next several years.
The second edition introduces several new topics, including
Discussion of ACE-V and research results from ACE-V studies
Computerized marking systems to help examiners produce reports
New probabilistic models and decision theories about ridge skin evidence interpretation, introducing Bayesnet tools
Fundamental understanding of ridge mark detection techniques, with the introduction of new aspects such as nanotechnology, immunology and hyperspectral imaging
Overview of reagent preparation and application
Chapters cover all aspects of the subject, including the formation of friction ridges on the skin, the deposition of latent marks, ridge skin mark identification, the detection and enhancement of such marks, as well the recording of fingerprint evidence. The book serves as an essential reference for practitioners working in the field of fingermark detection and identification, as well as legal and police professionals and anyone studying forensic science with a view to understanding current thoughts and challenges in dactyloscopy.
Forensic science has been challenged in recent years as a result of errors, courts and other scientists contesting verdicts, and changes of a fundamental nature related to previous claims of infallibility and absolute individualization. As such, these factors represent a fundamental change in the way training, identifying, and reporting should be conducted. This book addresses these questions with a clear viewpoint as to where the profession-and ridge skin identification in particular-must go and what efforts and research will help develop the field over the next several years.
The second edition introduces several new topics, including
Discussion of ACE-V and research results from ACE-V studies
Computerized marking systems to help examiners produce reports
New probabilistic models and decision theories about ridge skin evidence interpretation, introducing Bayesnet tools
Fundamental understanding of ridge mark detection techniques, with the introduction of new aspects such as nanotechnology, immunology and hyperspectral imaging
Overview of reagent preparation and application
Chapters cover all aspects of the subject, including the formation of friction ridges on the skin, the deposition of latent marks, ridge skin mark identification, the detection and enhancement of such marks, as well the recording of fingerprint evidence. The book serves as an essential reference for practitioners working in the field of fingermark detection and identification, as well as legal and police professionals and anyone studying forensic science with a view to understanding current thoughts and challenges in dactyloscopy.
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Series
Edition
2nd edition
Language
English
Place of publication
Bosa Roca
United States
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Inc
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Academic and Professional Practice & Development
Illustrations
244 farbige Abbildungen, 33 s/w Tabellen
33 Tables, black and white; 244 Illustrations, color
Dimensions
Height: 261 mm
Width: 184 mm
Thickness: 25 mm
Weight
1107 gr
ISBN-13
978-1-4987-2893-5 (9781498728935)
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Christophe Champod | Chris J. Lennard | Pierre Margot
Fingerprints and Other Ridge Skin Impressions
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04/2004
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Taylor & Francis
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Persons
Christophe Champod, Chris J. Lennard, Pierre Margot, Milutin Stoilovic
Author
Universite de Lausanne, Switzerland
Ecole des Sciences Criminelles, Lausanne, Switzerland
Content
Friction Ridge Skin and Prints. Friction Ridge Identification Process. Chemistry, Light, and Photography. Fingermark Detection and Enhancement. Issues Related to the Exploitation of Fingerprints and Fingermarks. Conclusions. Appendices.