As part of “From Sample to Verdict,” LCGC International sat down with Ed Sisco and Sarah Shuda, Research Chemists at NIST, to discuss the work that their groups are conducting that are helping to ...

As part of our “From Sample to Verdict” series, LCGC International sat down with Furton to discuss his team’s work in the ...

Forensic science covers everything from drug regulation to criminal investigation. The job of a forensic chemist is therefore ever-changing and requires flexible and accurate analytical methodology.

Forensic chemistry applies the principles and techniques of analytical chemistry to the investigation of legal cases. It underpins the identification and characterisation of a wide range of substances ...

These substances are modified versions of illicit or controlled drugs and intended to mimic their effects but, due to their novelty and unknown chemical structure, they are not listed as controlled ...

Researchers have shown that analyzing dried urine extracts with GC-MS/MS to assess levels of reproductive hormones in pre-and post-menopausal women provides similar results to radioimmunoassays using ...

A urine drug test can quickly detect both illegal and prescription drugs in a person’s system. Doctors, sports officials, and many employers require these tests. Signs of drug use can remain in a ...

When presented with drug samples, forensic scientists across the globe must find out what drug it is, and its level of purity. These scientists need a reliable and rapid technique that will offer ...