Date of Award
1-1-2013
Language
English
Document Type
Dissertation
Degree Name
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
College/School/Department
Department of Chemistry
Content Description
1 online resource (ix, 167 pages) : illustrations (some color)
Dissertation/Thesis Chair
Igor K. Lednev
Committee Members
Ying Zhou, Evgeny Dikarev, Jayanti Pande, Jan Halamek
Keywords
Chemometrics, Forensic Chemistry, Gunshot Residue, Infrared Spectroscopy, Raman Spectroscopy, Spectroscopy, Forensic ballistics, Firearms, Raman spectroscopy, Infrared spectroscopy
Subject Categories
Analytical Chemistry | Chemistry
Abstract
Due to the increasing prevalence of firearm related crimes, there is a need for an all-encompassing analytical technique which can rapidly detect and analyze trace crime scene firearm evidence. There are several forms of ballistics and trace evidence associated with firearm offenses. Historically, the most neglected piece of evidence has ironically been the most prevalent. Each firearm discharge produces a so called gunshot residue (GSR) sample, expelling dust and particles numbering from hundreds to thousands throughout the shooting environment. The detection of GSR at a crime scene or on a suspect is critical for determining what actually happened during a shooting incident.
Recommended Citation
Bueno, Justin J., "Vibrational spectroscopic analysis of gunshot residue : a novel approach for detection and characterization" (2013). Legacy Theses & Dissertations (2009 - 2024). 843.
https://scholarsarchive.library.albany.edu/legacy-etd/843