Description
Introduction to Forensic Chemistry
Book Summary
This work offers a complete and rigorous guide to the application of chemistry in criminal investigation. From the foundations of the scientific method to the analysis of controlled substances, explosives, fires, and material traces such as fibers or paints, the book breaks down the pre-analytical, analytical, and result interpretation stages. It also includes real cases illustrated with photographs and reflects on the role of forensic chemistry in security and sustainable development.
What is it about?
The book begins by defining basic concepts before delving into the key phases of forensic analysis: pre-analytical, analytical, and data interpretation. It then focuses on the study of controlled substances and forensic toxicology, explaining qualitative and quantitative methods for the detection of psychoactive substances and their metabolites in biological samples. It also addresses the examination of explosives and fire debris, with the collaboration of the company IST, which provides photographs of eleven real cases and their interpretation. Finally, it is dedicated to the identification and comparison of material traces (fibers, paints, glass, soils) and the analysis of inks and paper in questioned documents. The work concludes with a reflection on the transdisciplinarity of forensic chemistry and its contribution to peace and public security.
Main Topics
- Foundations of the scientific method applied to forensic chemistry.
- Analysis of controlled substances and forensic toxicology in biological samples.
- Examination of fires, explosives, and gunshot residue.
- Study of material traces: fibers, paints, glass, and soils.
- Analysis of inks and paper in questioned documents.
- Transdisciplinarity and sustainable development in the forensic field.
Who is it recommended for?
It is aimed at students and professionals in chemistry, criminalistics, forensic science, and toxicology, as well as researchers and laboratory technicians working in the identification of evidence. It is also of interest to lawyers, judges, and law enforcement agencies seeking to understand the foundations and analytical procedures of chemistry applied to crime investigation.
What this book provides
- A complete and structured vision of the techniques and methods of forensic chemistry.
- Practical real-life cases documented with photographs that facilitate the understanding of evidence interpretation.
- Tools for the qualitative and quantitative analysis of substances and material traces.
- A current reflection on the transdisciplinary role of forensic chemistry in security and sustainable development.
- Content endorsed by an expert professor with extensive experience in forensic teaching and research.
Technical Sheet
- Author: García Ruiz, Carmen
- Publisher: J.M. BOSCH EDITOR
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: Crime investigation and detection, Forensic science, Forensic or criminal psychology, Chemistry
- Collection: FONDO
- Binding: Paperback
- Edition date: November 2020
- Number of pages: 594
- Weight: 1005 g
Editorial Assessment
This is a reference work in the field of forensic chemistry, which combines academic rigor with a practical approach. The inclusion of real cases and the participation of a company specialized in fires add value to the understanding of the subject. Its length and depth make it a useful resource both for university education and for professional consultation, especially for those looking for an updated and transdisciplinary vision of this discipline.