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Strong Thesis Statements

A thesis statement clearly identifies the topic being discussed, includes the points discussed in the paper, and is written for a specific audience. Your thesis statement belongs at the end of your first paragraph, also known as your introduction. Use it to generate interest in your topic and encourage your audience to continue reading. 

A strong thesis statement covers a well-defined and well-studied area of research, is focused, clear and simple, manageable, consistent with assignment requirements, and of interest to you. Your thesis statement should:

• state the literature review's subject, the focused topic that you are discussing
• state the essay's purpose, either to give your readers information or to persuade your readers to agree with you
• include a focus, your assertion that conveys your point of view
• use specific language, avoiding vague words and generalizations

Developing Your Thesis Statement

A broad topic has literally thousands of articles on it, and you won't be able to adequately cover it in your paper. It will be far easier for you to research and write your paper if you develop a strong, focused thesis statement:

Do some exploratory research  on your topic idea, in your course textbook, class notes, and Summon to identify specific issues, arguments, and analytical approaches in your research area and then identify possible relationships between them. 

Ask yourself questions  about your topic idea. What concepts, issues, or other aspects of this topic interest you? What have people said about it? What gaps, contradictions, or concerns arise as you learn more about it? What relationships are there between different aspects of the topic?

Focus your topic:   Use the information from your exploratory research to identify a few of the specific aspects that interest you and then use the questions you had about those to create your focused research question.

Choose a current topic:  Your goal is to summarize and evaluate current findings of an area of research. Pick a research topic about which articles are continuing to be published. Avoid defunct or little-known areas of research. 

Write about what interests you:  Professors want students to write about topics that they care about. If you're interested in the topic, it will be more fun for you to write your paper and probably more fun for your professor to read it, too.

Ask Dr. Barak for feedback on your research question.

Picking Your Topic IS Research

Once you've picked a research topic for your paper, it isn't set in stone. It's just an idea that you will test and develop through exploratory research. This exploratory research may guide you into modifying your original idea for a research topic. Watch this video for more info:

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Forensic and Investigative Science Graduate Theses and Dissertations

Theses/dissertations from 2024 2024.

Assessing the Effectiveness of Crime Scene Measuring Techniques , Lauren M. Fagan

Use of Interlaboratory Studies for the Development of Consensus-Based Criteria for the Elemental Analysis of Electrical Tapes , Lacey M. Leatherland

Application of the expert algorithm for substance identification (EASI) to predict ASTM E1618-19 ignitable liquid classes from gas chromatography-mass spectrometry data of ignitable liquid residues , Hannah L. McMillen

An investigation into secondary transfer of trace DNA to evidentiary items via nitrile gloves during crime scene examination , Molly G. Younker

Theses/Dissertations from 2023 2023

Strengthening the Interpretation of Glass and Paint Evidence Through the Study of Random Frequency of Occurrence and Analytical Information , Lauryn C. Alexander

Quantifying Variation in High-Quality Footwear Replicate Impressions , Samantha K. Brady

Development of a Mass Transfer Correction Factor in a Thermodynamic Model to Explain the Weathering Patterns of Ignitable Liquids on Household Substrates at Elevated Temperatures , Max T. Denn

The Influence of Instrumental Sources of Variance on Mass Spectral Comparison Algorithms , Isabel Cristina Galvez Valencia

Finite Element Modeling and Analysis of Breech Face Impressions , James A. Hamilton

An Assessment of the Forensic Aspects of Genetic Genealogy , Sarah Hester

Footwear Image Quality Classification: Using Subjective Assessments and Objective Image Metrics to Predict Impression Quality , En-Tni Lin

Interpretation of the Tandem Mass Spectrum of the Novel Psychoactive Substance 5F-APP-PINACA, PX-2 , Christopher S. Poulos

Computerized Trajectory Analysis for Firearms Examiners , Baillie E. Poulton

Enhancing the forensic comparison process of common trace materials through the development of practical and systematic methods , Meghan Nicole Prusinowski

Evaluating the Degradation Relationship Between Latent Print Impressions and Touch DNA Under Varying Environmental Conditions , Katrina M. Rupert B.S.

Estimate of the Random Match Frequency of Acquired Characteristics in a Forensic Footwear Database , Alyssa N. Smale

Analysis of ‘touch’ DNA recovered from metal substrates: an investigation into cfDNA-metal interactions and the efficacy of different collection techniques on DNA yield , Jessica E. Thornton

Analysis of the Effect of Rate of Fire on the Reproducibility of Breech Face Impressions , Kayla Ann Trimble

Assessment of Acquisition, Retention, and Evolution of Randomly Acquired Characteristics with Wear , Nathaniel Weston

Evaluation of emerging screening technologies for the on-site detection and identification of methamphetamine and its precursors in simulated clandestine lab operations , Alexis Nicole Wilcox

Theses/Dissertations from 2022 2022

Development of an Expert Algorithm for Substance Identification (EASI) to Discriminate between Spectrally Similar Fentanyl Analogs in Mass Spectrometry , Alexandra Adeoye

Evaluating the Validity and Reliability of Textile and Paper Fracture Characteristics in Forensic Comparative Analysis , Zachary Bailey Andrews

mtDNA Heteroplasmy in Hair Shafts versus Buccal Swabs for Forensic Applications , Sara R. Bodnar

Integration of Spectroscopic and Mass Spectrometric Tools for the Analysis of Novel Psychoactive Substances in Forensic and Toxicology Applications , Travon Cooman

Electrochemical and mass spectrometry methods for identification of gunshot residues (GSR) in forensic investigations , Kourtney A. Dalzell

Assessment of QuEChERS extraction protocol for the LC-MS/MS detection of emerging fentanyl analogs in biological specimens for clinical and forensic purposes , Kylea M. Morris

Analysis of Forensically Relevant Evidence Using Electrochemistry, Spectroscopy, and Mass Spectrometry Tools , Colby Edward Ott

Identifying and Minimizing Sources of Variability Within Modern Spectroscopic Techniques for the Forensic Analysis of Glass , Oriana Christy Ovide

Analyzing the viability of direct PCR for use in conjunction with cyanoacrylate enhanced fingerprints , Coral M. Smith

Expanding the Capabilities of Firearm Investigations: Novel Sampling and Analytical Methods for Gunshot Residue Evidence , Courtney Helen Vander Pyl

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

Quantitation of Fentanyl and Metabolites from Blow Fly Tissue and Development Effects of Fentanyl on Lucilia sericata , Joseph Allen Cox

Characterization of Modern Ammunition and Background Profiles: A Novel Approach and Probabilistic Interpretation of Inorganic Gunshot Residue , Korina Layli Menking-Hoggatt

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

Prevalence of Pores in Latent Fingerprints , Rachel E. Ball

Statistical Assessment of the Significance of Fracture Fits in Trace Evidence , Evie K. Brooks

American Population Study of Pigmentation Based Genotype Interpretation for Phenotypic Determination of Hair and Eye Color using HIrisPlex , Emma Leigh Combs

Structural Characterization of Emerging Synthetic Drugs , Jay Tyler Davidson

Validation of Fast Spectrochemical Screening Methods for the Identification of Counterfeit Pharmaceutical Packaging , Emily Ann Haase

Evaluating the Use of the M-Vac® Wet Vacuum System to Recover DNA from Cotton Fabric , Phillip Reilly Irion

Evaluating the Accuracy of Firearm Examiner Conclusions using Cartridge Case Reproductions , Eric Freeman Law

Evaluation of the Performance of Probabilistic Genotyping Software on Complex Mixture Samples , Kristen Newland

Statistical Evaluation of Randomly Acquired Characteristics on Outsoles with Implications Regarding Chance Co-Occurrence and Spatial Randomness , Nicole Richetelli

Spatio-Temporal Analysis of Crime Incidents for Forensic Investigation , Jamie Spencer Spaulding

The Effects of Household Substrates on the Evaporation of Ignitable Liquids at Temperatures up to 210℃ , Caitlyn Wensel

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Immunomagnetic Beads Coupled with Anti-PH-20 Antibodies to Isolate Sperm from DNA Mixtures for Sexual Assault Kit Application , Kayla Becks

In vitro metabolism of the synthetic cannabinoids PX-1, PX-2, PX-3 and a comparison of their clearance rates in human liver microsomes , Travon Cooman

The Effects Hot Water Kill Time has on DNA Degradation and STR Profiling from Lucilia sericata (Diptera: Calliphoridae) Crop Contents , Nicholas Alexander Haas

Identification of Burnt Smokeless Gunpowders Through Physical Characteristics , Cameron Taylor Hartwig

Modeling Movement of Criminals through Burglary Scenes , Veronica L. Herrmann

The Evaluation of the RapidHITTM 200 on Degraded Biological Samples , Alice Kim

Screening Sexual Assault Evidence with Low Concentrations of Male DNA Utilizing the RapidHIT 200 and ParaDNA Intelligence Test , Taylor L. Koepfler

Electrochemical detection of fentanyl using screen-printed carbon electrodes with confirmatory analysis of fentanyl and its analogs in oral fluid using liquid chromatography-tandem mass spectrometry , Colby E. Ott

Assessing the reliability of physical end matching and chemical comparison of pressure sensitive tapes , Meghan Nicole Prusinowski

Chemical Analysis of Firearm Discharge Residues Using Laser Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy , Courtney Helen Vander Pyl

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

Understanding the Novice Decision-Making Process in Forensic Footwear Examinations: Accuracy and Decision Rules , Madonna A. Nobel

Inclusion of 9 mm Firearm Type Using Quantitative Class Characteristics , Young Wang

Theses/Dissertations from 2017 2017

The Analysis of the Fatty Acid Content of Fingerprint Residues Using Gas ChromatographyMass Spectrometry , Ashley R. Cochran

The Analysis of 2,5-Dimethoxy-N-(N-methoxybenzyl) phenethylamine (NBOMe) Isomers Using Traditional and Fast Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry , J. Tyler Davidson

Effect of Chamber Pressure on the Quality of Breech Face and Firing Pin Impressions , James A. Hamilton

AFIS Based Likelihood Ratios for Latent Fingerprint Comparisons , Shreya Sateesh Kamath

The Assessment of Fingerprint Quality for a More Effective Match Score in Minutiae-Based Matching Performers , Alyshia Meyers

Evidence Utility in Forensic Intelligence Models , Jamie S. Spaulding

Theses/Dissertations from 2016 2016

Determining the Angle of Impact from the Analysis of Bullets Following Perforation with Glass , Roger L. Jeffreys II

Determining the Number of Test Fires Needed to Represent the Variability Present Within a Firearm , Eric Law

The evaluation and interpretation of controls used in three commercially available quantification kits for forensic DNA analysis , Stephanie R. Schottke

Theses/Dissertations from 2015 2015

How Well Are Your Police Doing?: The Relationship Between Fear of Crime and Perceptions of the Police , Erin Bixler

Evaluation of the Effectiveness of Recovery Methods of Trace Evidence for Pollen Particles , Christie Cyktor

Estimation of changes in breech face and firing pin marks over consecutive discharges and its impact on 2D correlation systems , Justin Kirk

You Can't Fight City Hall: Organization and Success in West Virginia , Theodore Malone

Development and Evaluation of an Objective Method for Forensic Examination of Human Head Hairs Using Texture-Based Image Analysis , Allyce S. McWhorter

Social Structure and Clearance Rates: The Effect of Neighborhood Characteristics on Aggravated Assault Case Outcome , Brad Silberzahn

Digital Image Transformations and Image Stacking of Latent Prints Processed Using Multiple Physical and Chemical Techniques , Danielle Tague

"Man of the House": A Turning Point That Leads to Criminal Behavior? , Delia A. Trickett

Theses/Dissertations from 2014 2014

Quantifying the Limits of Fingerprint Variability , Michael Fagert

A Survey on the Microscopical and Chemical Analysis of Synthetic Wig Fibers , Theresa A. Joslin

Theses/Dissertations from 2013 2013

Reproducibility of Retention Indices Examining Column Type , Amanda M. Cadau

Swedish Legislation Targeting Trafficking for Sexual Exploitation and the Possibilities for Implementation in Estonia , Jennifer E. Lyall

Evaluating the Intra-variability and Inter-variability of Fibers in Cotton T-shirts using Microspectrophotometry , Brianne Miller

Theses/Dissertations from 2012 2012

Evaluation of the Use of Raman Spectroscopic Techniques in Ink Analyses , Patricia T. Elswick

Uncertainty Considerations with the GRIM , Eric L. Everts

Pre and Post Blast Chemical Comparison of the Intra- and Inter-Variability of Metal Pipes Commonly Used in Pipe Bombs , Mandi Hellested

Recovery of DNA Profiles from Fingerprints on Paper after the Application of Ninhydrin or DFO Given Certain Time Periods , Marco Colin Lovejoy

Evaluating the Ability of Different Weak Acids When Combined with Hydrogen Peroxide to Develop Latent Fingerprints on Post-Fired Cartridge Cases , Casey Nicholas Oleksa

Theses/Dissertations from 2010 2010

Preliminary Study on the Reliability of AFIX Tracker for Lip Print Examination , Kelli E. Edmiston

Transfer and Persistence of Gunshot Residue Particles , DeAnna M. Wallace

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How To Choose Your Forensic Science Dissertation or Thesis Topic

If one of your goals or objectives in life is to be admitted to a graduate school or a PhD program, the most important and rather inevitable element is a thesis or dissertation (usually interchangeable), without which, a master’s or a doctoral degree would simply remain a far-fetched idea. A dissertation or a thesis basically refers to a writing or document which involves the author’s personal research and findings in the area of his/her study as a requirement for a master’s or doctoral degree. It is not only an important requirement for an academic degree, but it will also most likely serve as a stepping stone to your future job or career.

One herculean task of writing a thesis or dissertation is deciding the topic for the project/research. Being the very first step in writing a thesis/dissertation, it is crucial that you make the right choice and decide on the most suitable and apt topic for yourself. While some people may have had a head start on their research journey, with the topic of their research interest mapped out; yet for many, it continues to be a dreadful moment in their academic life. One of the main reasons being, not having a clue of where their interest lies. Not everyone is as headstrong as they would like, about the research topic that they plan to tackle. In fact, some students may not even have a clue about what topic they should or would want to work on.

Although the process of coming up with one may differ from person to person, there are certain ways that may prove to be helpful in coming up with Your Forensic Science Dissertation Topic.

1. Be well informed about your subject

While choosing a topic in itself is not an easy task, it certainly becomes harder to choose one when you are not well versed with the subject you have taken up. Equip yourself with proper knowledge: revise or refresh the topics from your course curriculum and keep yourself updated on the industry demands. It certainly helps when you have an idea about the current trend and practical problems being faced within your area of study.

2. Know your areas of interest

This is one advice that almost everyone will give you and although it sounds cliché, it stands true. Although some students are very much aware of what they are interested in, it may not come very easy for others. In that case, think about all the topics and theories that you have studied and learnt in your program and try to specify a particular area or chapter that interests you. Look into the topics that you would like to learn more about or the questions that come into your mind. Your dissertation or final year research project is not some small assignment that you complete in a span of a week, it’s gonna require months of efforts and endurance. If you do not have passion for your project, it will be nothing short of distress, even more so when you encounter roadblocks. So choose the topic of your liking to keep yourself motivated when things get hard.

3. Do not act in haste

One mistake that students usually make is to decide on a topic without giving it much thought. May be you have left the decision for the last minute and there is constant pressure from your university or faculty to submit a proposal. However, keep in mind that you will be the one to take the final blow if you find out that your project is not feasible at a later stage. This will result in a huge setback, especially, when you realise the mistake too late. You may run out of time or an opportunity to restart with a new topic.

4. Research, research and research

Once you manage to find your area of interest within your program, the most important thing is to research more about the it. Look up all the relevant information that are available including prior academic research on that topic, books, blogs and articles. Skim through the recent publications of various journals, which will give you an idea of the current works that are being done in that particular field of study. This will probably help you to narrow down to a single topic or even a question that has not been addressed adequately. You can use the help of platforms such as Google Scholar and even the journals and databases subscribed by your library.

5. Consider the time available for the project

While choosing a topic, the given time for the project is another important factor. It will be useless to work on a project if you cannot finish it in the given time frame. Without a complete project, there will be no degree. Therefore, instead of focussing on very vast or broad topics, try to narrow it down to a well-defined and more specific one.

6. Consider the available resources

It is also necessary that you consider the resources and facilities available in your university. For example, for a study on drugs, you need to check whether such drug standards could be procured by your university and whether the required instrumentation are available in your laboratory.

7. Determine its relevance

Once you have narrowed down a particular topic of interest, try to determine its relevance. Although research calls for new findings, it is usually not advisable to take up a topic where no prior work has been done, specially for a master’s thesis. In the same way, it will not be very relevant to take up a topic where a lot of work has already been carried out. Choose a topic where definite findings have not been made and where questions are still being raised; one that involves the practical requirements of society as well as the academic community.

8. Always have backup

At the end of the day, your topic has to be approved by your supervisor/department and you cannot rule out the possibility of it being rejected. Therefore, instead of focussing only on a single topic, having a second or third topic as backups will also help you when you change your mind at a later stage.

9. Take advice from your supervisors

Even though your research project may feel like a one-man job, it is not a crime to take the help of your supervisor/faculty and even your colleagues. You will always find someone who will be willing to help you out by giving good advice and constant feedbacks on your work.You can also ask around on the topics that currently require looking into, in your subject area or ask for information on a specific topic of interest.

00a390 10. Keep abreast with the recent events and developments in the field

You can also look at the recent events to identify a interesting topic for your thesis. Many a times this would lead to a thesis which is both pertinent and well received by the forensic community.

In conclusion, even though deciding on a particular topic can seem to be such a difficult task, you will always find a way to work around it. Find a topic that excites you and research about it as much as you can. Keep yourself motivated at all times and at the end of the day, it will be worth all the hard work you’ve put into!

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Theses/dissertations from 2023 2023.

Trace DNA Detection Using Diamond Dye: A Recovery Technique to Yield More DNA , Leah Davis

An Evaluation of the Effect Of Degradation on IrisPlex SNPs , Maria Gruber

Rattus Norvegicus as a Biological Detector of Clandestine Remains and the Use of Ultrasonic Vocalizations as a Locating Mechanism , Gabrielle M. Johnston

Evaluation of Raman Microspectroscopy and Hyperspectral Imaging as a Screening Tool to Determine Optimal Sampling Sites for DNA Recovery from Human Skeletal Remains , Kathleen M. Smith

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

Correlation Between Tooth Root Translucency, Crystallinity, and DNA Preservation in Teeth for Unidentified Human Remains (UHR) Investigations , Paul Yount

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Multiple Contacts of Drug Contaminated Fingermarks and Their Analysis with Raman Microspectroscopy , Victoria DePrimo

Detection of Larval Aggregations Using a Drone Mounted Thermal Imaging Camera , Megan Descalzi

Assay Development for the Identification of Species and Bioactive compounds of Morinda citrifolia (Noni) in Dietary Supplements by rt-qPCR, DNA Sanger Sequencing and Spectroscopy (UV-Vis/FTIR) , Ricardo L. Fernandez Walker

Small RNA Sequencing and RT-qPCR Validation of Forensically Relevant Body Fluids , Karly Johannsen

Comparing the Efficiencies of Common Extraction Methods for Explosive Residues Off Various Surfaces Using Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry , Shannon E. Lamy

Determining the Interference of Lactate and Lactate Dehydrogenase in an Ethanol Enzyme Assay , Julia Liebl

DNA Methylation Methods for Donor Age Prediction Using Touch DNA , Emily Neverett

Forensic Body Fluid Identification with the Epitect® Bisulfite Kit and the Reliablity of DNA Methylation with Real Time qPCR , Mandy A. Pascu

Forensic Characterization and Discrimination of Manila Envelopes , María Isabel Sánchez Melo

Construction of a Reference Allelic Ladder for an Odocoileus STR Multiplex , Jolene Strand

The Impact of Environmental Degradation on the Analysis of Manufactured Fibers , Alexis R. Weber

Investigating the Masking Effects of Blood on Organic Gunshot Residue Using GC/MS, Raman, and ATR-FTIR , Tyler Willits

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

Investigating Novel Methods for Estimating Time Since Deposition (TSD) of Bloodstains in Forensic Samples , Amanda LJ Adams

Theses/Dissertations from 2014 2014

A Novel Approach to Gunshot Residue Pattern Interpretation Utilizing Digital Image-Based Analysis , Amanda L. Abbott

An Analysis of Drugs of Abuse Found on Lebanese Currency Bills Using High Pressure Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry , Lauren A. Adcox

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Theses/dissertations from 2022 2022.

The use of pseudo exemplars as DNA reference samples in criminal cases. , Matthew Mandese

Theses/Dissertations from 2017 2017

Nanoceramics as potential remediating materials for removing heavy metals in water samples. , Mingming Qiu

Theses/Dissertations from 2016 2016

Who is empowering whom? Divergent perceptions of water empowerment in Swaziland's Hhohho Region. , Nickesha K. Chung

Theses/Dissertations from 2012 2012

Analysis of UV/vis spectrophotometric titrations of a zinc metalloporphyrin with organophosphate ligands. , Neha Dalal

A statistical analysis of a local DNA database. , Jessica Marie Mastroianni

The effects of ESDA on latent fingerprint enhancement. , Sandra Meier

Using DNA methylation patterns to determine the origin of the category B bioterrorism agent cryptospoidium parvum. , Jamie Rounds

Human scalp hair root morphology changes in soil and water environments due to PH, temperature and humidity variations , Mitzi Sawicki

Theses/Dissertations from 2011 2011

Night time oviposition of female blow flies at Hauppauge, NY and its application to post-mortem interval. , Vy K. Chu

The role of blowflies in forensic investigations best practices for the forensic entomologist. , Sonia Jean Maraj

Creating a crime scene virtual walkthrough and a consolidated documentation location using crime scene virtual tour software. , Michael Mosco

The use of sperm HY-Liter kit as additional tool in laser microdissection microscopy of the slides obtained from sexual assault kits. , Samantha Orans

The effect of burial environment on production of ptomaines. , Xiu Hui Pook

Magnetorheological fluids applied to forensic science comparative results of research using MR fluids. , Lorae Salmonese

Validation of the ampF/STR identifiler PCR amplication kit for mixture deductions. , Erika L. Sima

Analysis of benzodiazepines, opiates, ketamine and z-drugs using liquid chromatography-mass spectrometry with varing mobile phases and columns. , Charmain I. Singh

Nitric acid extraction of calcium from a cow tibia and femur for analysis by flame atomic absorption to establish trending for individual bones within the same body. , Regina Sullivan Wachenheim

Theses/Dissertations from 2010 2010

Extraction and identification of accelerants using zeolites. , Stacy-Ann Collins

Application of polynomial texture mapping on plastic fingerprint impressions. , Ethan Conway

Detection and extraction of arsenic in weed Killer using atomic absorption spectroscopy , Meaghan Mauck

Comparison and optimization of sperm and epithelial cell DNA recovery from membrane slides using palm laser micro-dissection technology. , Amanjot Singh

Spectrofluorimetric and spectrophotometric analysis of 1S, 2S pseudoephedrine and 4-Chloro-7-Nitrobenzofurazan. , Darlene R. Valencia

Theses/Dissertations from 2009 2009

A forensic analysis of legal alternatives to marihuana using SWGDRUG recommended examinations/tests. , Ryan Paul Bradley

An Investigation into the Effects and Mitigation of Radio Frequency with Respect to DNA Quantitation of Forensic Samples Using the Corbett Research Rotorgene 3000. , Rebecca Schultheiss Mikulasovich

Identification of Polychlorinated Biphenyls Through Silver-Exchanged Zeolite using Gas Chromatography Mass Spectrometry. , Ruchita Patel

Optimization of foreign DNA recovery from clothing. , Jaime Renta

Determination of the reliability of various homogenous and mixed ovarian tumor types for forensic DNA analysis. , Jessica Seifarth

Examination of occupational external exposure of controlled dangerous substances in a forensic laboratory. , Lisa Spall-Torella

Rapid quantification of methadone solid and liquid samples utilizing gas chromatography-flame Ionization detection. , Janine Renee Wilder

Theses/Dissertations from 2008 2008

The unidentified in New York City: A ten year case study from 1996-2006. , Melissa Leigh Brown

Differentiation of black cotton fibers using UV-VIS microspectrophotometry and ATR fourier transform infrared spectroscopy. , Gina Colombo

Detection of accelerants on washed clothing: Effect of type of detergent and thicknees of clothing. , Howard Levin

The success Rate of reference samples for mass fatality identification. , Claire Murden

Fingerprint minutiae similarities between siblings. , Teryn K. O'Bannon

Optimization of a real-time multiplex assay for total human DNA and male DNA quantitation using alu and Y specific repeats in conjunction with the corbett research rotorgene 3000. , Maria Magdalena Pritz

Three-Step fluorimetric sensing technique for the detection of trace Nitroaromatic, Nitramine and Nitrate ester explosive residues. , Jennifer Marie Sievering

The influence of light on nocturnal oviposition by the blow fly in southeastern virginia. , Shibaughn T. Stevens

Theses/Dissertations from 2007 2007

Thermodynamic and competition studies of pokeweed antiviral protein. , Amy Baldwin

Targeted mutational analysis of the human cardiac ryanodine receptor in 42 cases of SIDS or "Undetermined" Cause of Death: Novel mutation, G4471R, found in a 6-week-old white female , Erin B.S. Labitzke

Evaluating antimony and barium ratios found in elemental data from gunshot residue. , C. Brooke Mendoza

Separation of Structurally Similar Tryptamine Compounds Using Capillary Electrophoresis. , Andrea Placke

Analysis of ayurvedic medicinal products for heavy metals using a direct combustion mercury analyzer and inductively coupled plasma-mass spectrometry (ICP-MS). , Sandeep Sunny Rodhey

UV/Visible Spectroscopic Investigation of Metalloporphyrin-Ligand Interactions: Screening Studies for a New Reactivity-Based Sensor. 2 Books , Aikaterini Rompoti

Theses/Dissertations from 2006 2006

Bacillus subtilis spores: Physico-Chemical study. , Elizabeth Marie Bonvouloir

Short and long term effectiveness of the integrated ballistics identification system(IBIS). , Jennifer L. Elders

Comparison of optimized extractions for compromised bone samples. , Britton Fink

DNA extraction from archived latent fingerprints: An enhanced extraction protocol. , Lauren Elizabeth Liberman

Theses/Dissertations from 2005 2005

Quantification of ayurvedic herbal medicines for As, Cd, Hg and Pb by flame atomic absorption spectroscopy. , Allison Beekman

DNA extraction of archived palm prints: Implications for cold case evidence. , Jason Berger

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Theses/dissertations from 2023 2023.

Synthesis and Characterization of Heptamethine Indocyanine Dyes for Near-IR (NIR) Surface-Enhanced Raman Scattering (SERS) Reporters , Daniel Weglarski

Theses/Dissertations from 2021 2021

Heavy Metals in ENDS Liquids: A Comparative Analysis of Products from the United States, England, Canada, and Australia , Ashleigh Coggins-Block

Theses/Dissertations from 2020 2020

Quick Freezing-Induced AuNP Aggregates as Near-Infrared (NIR) Surface-Enhanced Raman Scattering (SERS) Substrates , Kristopher W. Hoyt

Theses/Dissertations from 2019 2019

Extraction and Quantification of Cannabinoids from Chocolate-Based Products , Matthew Pothier

Optimizing Methods for Separation of Adhesive Tape from Fabrics and Obtaining Latent Prints from Adhesive and Non-Adhesive Sides , Elizabeth Vosburgh

Theses/Dissertations from 2018 2018

Evaluation of the Biocompatibility and Micromechanical Properties of Experimental Dental Adhesives , Hoda Moussa

A Forensic Investigation into the Possible Origins of Three Human Skeletons , Jefferson P. Sinnott

Theses/Dissertations from 2016 2016

Pyrazole Pendant Tetraazamacrocyclic Ligands for Possible Medicinal Applications , Anjuli Bhandari

Comparing the Quantitation of Opiates from Possible Drug Overdose Cases Using Results of Blood Analysis and Liver Analysis , Lee Ann Garozzo

Assessment of 70 nm Citrate‒Capped Gold Nanoparticles (AuNPs) for Surface‒Enhanced Raman Scattering (SERS) Substrate Using Rhodamine 6G , Caitlin M. Johnson

Assessment of Calcein Dye Method to Observe Cell Volume Regulation , Danielle M. Precourt

Theses/Dissertations from 2015 2015

Drosophila Can Overcome the Loss of One Allele of Hsp110 by Over Expression of the Hsp110 Protein from the Other Allele , Melissa L. Boler

Microfabrication of Single Cell Hydrogel Array for Studying Cell Volume Regulation , Casey L. Brown

Forensic Significance of Teal Colored Cashmere and Black Acrylic Fibers , Nicole M. Martin

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• The use of forensic science in the investigation of volume crimes has grown significantly in recent years. Nevertheless, a number of key reports published in England and Wales have identified important factors which affect the use of forensic science. A review of this literature has evidenced a set of common recurring themes which are shown to hinder the effectiveness of its use. No research of this kind has been carried out in Scotland. This research investigated the knowledge and perception of the use of forensic science in the investigation of volume crimes in Scotland. A self-administered survey was designed and distributed to the two largest police forces in Scotland (Strathclyde Police and Lothian and Borders Police) and the Scottish Police Services Authority Forensic Services (SPSA FS) units situated in Edinburgh, Glasgow, Dundee and Aberdeen. Approximately 400 surveys were distributed and a return rate of 68% was achieved. This research has identified that the effective use of forensic science in Scotland is affected by number of important factors. Factors such as a lack of communication and poor information exchange, timeliness, limited forensic training and poor forensic knowledge, inadequate interagency relationships and poor use and deployment of resources hinder criminal investigations. The varied perception of crime scene examiners (CSEs) was also found to be important. Better understanding of the role of forensic science as well as how the interactions - the communication, the collaboration, and the mutual exchange of knowledge and information - between investigative organisations affect its use are considered by this research.
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Forensic science is a branch of science or an application that enables using scientific tools, techniques, and principles to solve a criminal act. The application of Forensic science lies in the criminal justice system, whereby scientists probe an event to disclose the actual occurrences of a crime event.

Choosing forensic science as a career is valuable in terms of its novelty, progression, and demand. It is a fairly new field that has a lot of room for progress and advancement, with advancing technology and is in demand to dig out the ground realities of a crime. When you practice forensic science, no two days will be the same, unlike other professions. One day, you may be testing samples and making assessments of the results other days.

But before you start practising, you are required to complete your degree which is conditioned by conditioned with writing a dissertation in the final year. If you are clueless about where to start your dissertation, you are not alone. Go through some of the dissertation topics related to forensic science given below, along with their research aim, and get an idea of how to begin your dissertation.

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Topic 1: investigating the challenges associated with pattern and impression evidence for recommending scientific foundations for accuracy, reliability and validity of forensic analysis.

Research Aim: The research aims to investigate the challenges associated with pattern and impression evidence to recommend scientific foundations for the accuracy, reliability, and validity of forensic analysis.

Objectives:

• To critically analyse the challenges of pattern and impression evidence in forensics.
• To evaluate the use of qualitative comparisons in forensic analysis of pattern evidence and impression to detect any scope of examiner bias.
• To recommend measures for increasing the accuracy, reliability and validity of forensic analysis based on scientific foundations.

Topic 2: Investigating the impact of medical imaging technologies for determining the cause of and manner of sudden death to potentially interpret evidence of foul play

Research Aim: The research aims to investigate the impact of medical imaging technologies for determining the cause of and manner of sudden death to potentially interpret evidence of foul play

• To analyse the forensic sciences used in the determination of sudden death.
• To determine the role of medical imaging technologies in determining sudden death and foul play.
• To evaluate the impact of medical imaging technologies in determining the cause and manner of sudden infant death.

Topic 3: An evaluation of the impact of forensic odontology on solving crimes and legal ethics.

Research Aim: The research aims to evaluate the impact of forensic odontology on solving crimes and the associated legal ethics.

• To analyse the role of forensic odontology in the identification of unknown diseased individuals.
• To analyse the impact of forensic odontology in solving medicolegal problems and providing expert testimony in criminal cases.
• To investigate the efficacy with which forensic odontologists identify human remains from crime scenes and detect signs of abuse or neglect among children and the elderly.

Topic 4: Evaluation of the impact of forensic anthropology on the identification of age, gender and size of crime victims.

Research Aim: The research aims to evaluate the impact of forensic anthropology on the identification of age, gender and size of crime victims.

• To contextualise the role application of forensic anthropology in solving criminal cases.
• To analyse the work of forensic anthropologists and determine their role in crime scenes.
• To investigate the role of forensic anthropology in identifying the age, gender and size of crime victims.

Topic 5: Determining the effectiveness of blood spatter studies in identifying the nature and timing of crime at crime scenes

Research Aim: The research aims to determine the effectiveness of blood spatter studies in identifying the nature and timing of crime at crime scenes

• To determine the applications of blood spatter studies in forensic sciences.
• To analyse the methods of detecting the nature and timing of crime at the crime scenes.
• To investigate the effectiveness of blood spatter studies and the scientific basis in identifying the nature and timing of crime at crime scenes

Topic. 1: Forensic science in the 20th century and today

Research Aim: The research aim of the paper will be to find and analyse the differences between the forensic science that existed in the 20 th century and the forensic science that exists today. The research will also identify the basis for forensic science and identify the progress it has made in the time span.

Different methods can be employed to study the difference such as qualitative and quantitative analysis. In one way, forensic science’s conventional and modern methods and principles can be tested for accuracy and precision. In addition, forensic scientists can be interviewed about the differences that they have experienced in the testing methodologies.

Topic. 2: Case Study of the criminal cases and convictions resolved through forensic science

Research Aim: The aim of the research will be to study a couple or more cases that are resolved through forensic science. The research will identify in which capacity the forensic science was eminent in finding significant results, identifying the indicators, and thus disclosing the facts to resolve a complicated criminal case easily.

For more value, the researcher can study high-profile cases to identify the role of forensic science in resolving the most emphatic cases.

Topic. 3: Role of botany and entomology in the forensic science

Research Aim: Botany is the study of plants, and it is significantly related to forensic science. In forensic science, botany can be used to investigate a suspicious plant material at the crime scene. On the other hand, entomology is the study of insects. This study helps in finding the time since death and the source of the dead body.

The research will aim to find the wide importance of botany and entomology in forensic science. The researcher can examine the methods and principles of entomology and botany and identify their application in botany and entomology.

Topic. 4: The impact of swift changes and innovation in technology on the forensic science

Research Aim: Forensic science has improved and changed a lot from what it was twenty to thirty years ago. As innovations and advancements occur in the field of science, methods, techniques, tools, and principles are being modified and simplifie .

The main aim of the research will be to identify the changes and innovations in technology and find their significant impact on forensic science.

Topic. 5: Future of forensic science

Research Aim: The aim of the research will be to speculate on the future of forensic science while considering current aspects and trends. The researcher can study the opinions of forensic science researchers, examine trends, and reach a finding.

Topic. 6: Forensic science and ethical dilemmas

Research Aim: The application of forensic science is very vast, yet when it comes to ethical and moral ideologies, it has to stumble in some societies.

The aim of the research will be to identify the ethical dilemmas around forensic science in different regions of the world. The study may incorporate the assessment of cultural and religious values and examine the factors lying at the heart of the dilemmas.

Topic 7: Process of victim identification through skeletal remains

Research Aim: The research will find and discuss how a victim can be identified through skeletal remains and what steps they have to go through to find results. The research can also discuss the scope, significance, and progress made in the techniques and tools used for identification.

Topic 8: The future of forensic anthropology

Research Aim: Forensics is very useful in studying anthropology, which incorporates the scientific study of humans. The aim of the research will be to identify the future of forensic anthropology, considering to what extent forensics is applicable in anthropology today and how it will advance the study in the future if it does.

Topic 9: Value of crime scene photography in forensics

Research Aim: The research will carry out a scientific analysis of why crime scene photography is important in forensics. It will examine the cases with and without crime scene photography and their impact on forensics and, therefore on the results.

Topic. 10: Drugs and Forensics

Research Aim: The main aim of the research will be to identify the effects of opioids and other drugs on forensics and examine how they can halt or boost the examination process.

Topic. 11: Reliability of fingerprint and pattern impression evidence

Research Aim: The roots of forensics lie in the heart of fingerprint and pattern impressions.

The research will identify how reliable a fingerprint or other impression evidence is. It will find if it is easy to reach conclusive results with this evidence. And how wrong evidence can devastate the credibility of forensics.

Topic 12: The downsides of forensic science

Research Aim: While the scope of forensics is immense, we also need to identify the downside to it. The aim of the research will be to find the downsides of forensic science, its potential, and how it may affect the criminal justice system as a whole.

Topic. 13: Geographic forensic science

Research Aim: The research will aim to study and deeply analyse forensic geology. It will thoroughly study all four types of Geographic forensics: pedology, mineralogy and petrology; geophysics; natural geography and geoscience; remote sensing, location data and Geographic Information systems (GIS).

Topic. 14: Nuclear forensic science

Research Aim: Nuclear forensic science is the investigation and study of nuclear material to investigate the origin and history of the material.

The research will study and analyse Nuclear forensic science, its scope, implications, and future.

Topic. 15: Role of RNA in forensic science

Research Aim: Ribonucleic acid is a molecule in our body that is similar to DNA. While DNA plays a significant role in forensics, RNA also holds immense value.

The research will study the role of RNA in forensic science, its scope, and its principles for investigation.

Topic. 16: Role of Blood spatters in solving crimes

Research Aim: The research will aim to analyse and figure out the role of the blood spatters of the victim or culprit in investigating the time of death, the source that caused the blood spatters, and the identity of the victim or culprit.

Topic. 17: Forensic frauds and their penalties

Research Aim: Oftentimes, forensic reports are doctored to mislead the judiciary and save the real culprit. The research will find out if there are laws around handling forensic investigations and penalties for fraud around the world. The researcher can study the laws in a particular context—for example,  Forensic frauds and their penalties in Europe, or the United Kingdom, etc.

Topic. 18: History of Forensic Science

Research Aim: The main research aim of the research will be to study and analyse the history of forensic science. The research will make significant, useful contrasts to understand the roots of forensics and its evolution.

Topic. 19: Understanding Antemortem, Perimortem, and Postmortem

Research Aim: Experts have to differentiate between antemortem, perimortem, and postmortem bone fracture to estimate the postmortem interval. The research aim will be to understand the concepts of antemortem, perimortem, and postmortem and their scope in forensics.

Topic. 20: Forensic science and facial recognition

Research Aim: The main aim of the research is to identify and analyse the scope of financial recognition in forensics. It will also discuss the developments and prospects in the field.

Topic 21: The Role of Forensic Anthropology in Mass Disaster Victim Identification.

Research Aim: This research investigates the role of forensic anthropology in the process of mass disaster victim identification. The study focuses on its methodologies, technologies, challenges, and advancements.

Topic 22: DNA Profiling and its Application in Forensic Investigations.

Research Aim: This study explores the principles, methodologies, and applications of DNA profiling in forensic investigations. It focuses on understanding its significance, challenges, and advancements. The research further aims to provide insights into improving forensic techniques.

Topic 23: Digital Forensics and Challenges and Innovations in Cybercrime Investigations.

Research Aim: This research examines the evolving landscape of digital forensics, including its methodologies, challenges, and innovative techniques, within the context of cybercrime investigations.

Topic 24: Forensic Entomology: Advancements in Estimating Postmortem Interval.

Research Aim: This study explores the latest advancements in forensic entomology for estimating postmortem interval (PMI), encompassing methodologies, technologies, and challenges, with the objective of enhancing the accuracy and reliability of PMI determination in forensic investigations.

Topic 25: The Effectiveness of Forensic Odontology in Human Identification.

Research Aim: This research assesses the effectiveness and reliability of forensic odontology in human identification, exploring its methodologies, techniques, limitations, and advancements to elucidate its role in forensic investigations.

Topic 26: The Use of Isotopic Analysis in Forensic Investigations.

Research Aim: To investigate the use of isotopic analysis in forensic investigations, examining its methodologies, applications, limitations, and advancements to understand its efficacy in tracing geographical origins, dietary habits, and movement patterns of individuals.

Topic 27: The Use of Geographical Profiling in Serial Crime Investigations.

Research Aim: To examine the effectiveness and applications of geographical profiling in serial crime investigations, exploring its methodologies, algorithms, limitations, and advancements, to understand its role in identifying offender spatial behaviour patterns, assisting law enforcement agencies in prioritising investigative resources, and enhancing the apprehension of serial offenders.

Topic 28: The Role of Forensic Genetics in Ancestry and Kinship Analysis.

Research Aim: To investigate the role of forensic genetics in ancestry and kinship analysis, exploring methodologies, technologies, challenges, and advancements to understand its utility in tracing familial relationships and ancestral origins, contributing to the resolution of criminal cases, and informing ethical considerations surrounding genetic privacy and identity.

Topic 29: Forensic Botany: Investigating Plant Evidence in Wildlife Crime Cases.

Research Aim: To explore the application of forensic botany in wildlife crime investigations, examining methodologies, techniques, challenges, and advancements, to understand its efficacy in analysing plant evidence, identifying species, and reconstructing crime scenes.

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What is a forensic science personal statement?

Your forensic science personal statement is an important part of your UCAS form, and is your chance to win over the admissions tutors and offer you a place on their course.

It gives you an opportunity to explain why you want to study this programme, why you make an ideal candidate, and what you can bring to the university's forensic science department. You only have 4,000 characters to communicate your skills and motivation, so drafting and refining your forensic science personal statement is essential.

How do I write a good forensic science personal statement?

Great forensic science personal statements always use evidence to support their claims. You need to convince admissions tutors that you’re a good match for the programme, so if you claim to be committed or inquisitive, then use examples from your life to back it up.

To write a successful forensic science personal statement you need to start early, brainstorm some ideas, and then begin your first draft (usually in the summer holidays).

This will then need to be carefully revised and edited before asking family and friends for feedback. Incorporate their comments and suggestions, and see how it is improved before asking them to look at it again.

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• Back everything up with examples (show, don't tell!). Forensic scientists need to be logical, communicative, sensitive, patient, and pay meticulous attention to detail. Think about how you can demonstrate these skills using your work experience, academic studies and hobbies/extracurricular activities.
• Show the admissions tutors you are passionate about the subject. For example, talk about any coursework you particularly enjoyed, a conference you attended, or something you learnt during a work placement.
• As well as your motivations for studying forensic science, think about your hobbies and extracurricular activities too. What skills have you learned from these and how will these help you in your forensics degree?
• Talk about any work experience placements you have completed, e.g. shadowing a laboratory worker in a hospital or research scientist at a university. What did you take away from this experience? Do you feel you have all the necessary personal traits and qualities that make a good forensic science student?
• Your wider reading is also important, so it's worth mentioning anything you've read recently about forensic science in the news that you found interesting and why. This could be from the Internet or in a science mangazine, or the science section of a newspaper. Generally, admissions tutors like students who express their views and opinions, and can back them up with evidence.

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The goal of forensic science as a discipline is to use scientific principles and practices to solve crimes. The term “ forensic science ” relates to an ongoing discussion that concerns the legal system. Therefore, forensic science is an important part of scientific processes, including specific procedures for identifying human wrongdoing. This programme of study primarily focuses on a broad range of disciplines, including doctorate research , forensic psychology , and computer forensics . If you are a candidate pursuing a degree in forensic science and you are frequently concerned about the subjects related to the forensic science dissertation then you have arrived at the right place. To know Forensic Science Dissertation Topics, Keep reading this blog!

Tips for Selecting a Forensic Science Dissertation Topic

Finding the perfect research topic is the first, and most difficult, step in the process of creating a research paper. There are several forensic science study subjects available in general. It is difficult to choose one ideal topic from such a diverse range of topics.

Sometimes you will be given the opportunity to select a good forensic science research paper topic instead of receiving essay questions. In this situation, be careful to pick a common topic and discuss it from several angles, or select a subject that demonstrates societal trends.

Here are some of the additional tips which you need to consider while searching for a suitable topic for your paper;

• Pick a subject related to your area of interest.
• Never choose a subject that is too narrow and has a wide range of potential investigations.
• Pick a subject that your intended audience will find fascinating and informative.

Pick a subject that has a large number of references.

• Pick a subject that will help you prove your major claims or arguments using reliable examples or facts.
• Only after it complies with your professor’s or university’s research paper writing requirements, if any, should you decide on a research topic.

List of Forensic Science Research/Thesis Topics

• Talk about the benefits and restrictions of DNA testing.
• What do the patterns in blood spatter reveal about a crime?
• Describe the benefits of handwriting analysis for forensic scientists .
• What do the results of the forensic science autopsy reports show?
• Compare sibling fingerprints with strangers.
• How many materials be identified with a thin layer and paper chromatography?
• Find out if the fingerprints of identical twins are comparable by doing some research.
• How to identify a wild animal’s dental pattern.
• Describe how forensic genealogy helps to solve long-standing cases.
• Describe the various sorts of stab wounds from the perspective of forensic science.
• How can a human’s face be recognised from the skeleton’s remains?
• What are the fundamentals of crime scene analysis?
• How might forensic science be used to locate human trafficking victims?
• Describe the regulations and rules that govern forensic science.
• Are common hair tests reliable for estimating race and solving crimes?
• How can victims be recognised from their skeletal remains?
• What procedures are used to test the DNA of unwilling subjects?
• How may RNA-based techniques be used to determine the type of cell and body fluid?
• Can forensic dentistry help with crime-solving?
• How can forensic anthropology be used to determine relationships, family, and ancestry?
• Describe the procedures used to collect DNA samples.
• How can the type of weapon use to be validated using forensic ballistics?
• Using the glass fracture pattern, determine the direction and range of the bullet’s impact.
• Describe how 3D imaging is used to visualize tyre and shoe prints at crime scenes.
• Describe how organic chemistry is used by forensic scientists to solve crimes.
• Law and forensic psychology are discussed.
• Fluid dynamics is used to evaluate bloody fingerprints at the crime scene.
• How does digital forensics alter the way killings are investigated?
• Describe the forensic science instruments for the study of microbiomes.
• Discuss the role that databases and search engines played in forensic investigation.

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• How do visual colour comparisons affect forensic science?
• Use forensic science to look into sudden cardiac death.
• When performing forensics , consider religious issues.
• Talk about how television and film have affected forensic science.
• Recognize the boundaries of forensic science and professional expertise.
• What are the effective ways to preserve evidence in lengthy cases?
• Conduct a forensic science contextual examination of digital stratigraphy.
• How can controlled chemicals be used in a forensic investigation?
• Develop methods for locating and identifying novel medications.
• Evaluate forensic science’s utility in criminal law.
• How can forensic analysis be used to identify those responsible for fire and arson?
• What does forensic science in wildlife hold for the future?
• Analyze forensic nursing’s usage of simulation.
• The importance of forensic toxicology in examining how anti-stress medications affect military personnel
• Studies of blood splatter help forensic scientists solve crimes.
• DNA from mitochondria skeletal remains analysis: a description of the process
• What a bullet may reveal about a crime and the weapon used is known as forensic ballistics.
• Putting together the pieces of the criminal jigsaw using forensic evidence
• Determining the victim’s age, gender, and size using forensic anthropology .

While selecting forensic science dissertation topics, students should remember that, no matter what they decide to write on, it is crucial to properly identify your research question or issue, provide logical support, and have a well-elaborated body and a brief conclusion in order to score well. 

Ballistics, Digital evidence, DNA & biological evidence and Drugs & toxicology to name a few.

In order to pursue forensic science, it is preferable to select the science stream, which offers courses in physics, chemistry, biology, and mathematics.

From 2021 to 2031, it is anticipated that the employment of forensic science technicians will increase by 11%, substantially faster than the average for all occupations.

We hope that this blog has given you a broad range of information and would definitely help you in selecting Forensic Science Dissertation Topics for your research. Follow Leverage Edu for more interesting articles.

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