Resources
At ForensicsColleges, we want to connect students, prospective students, and professionals to the multitude of resources available online in order to stay up-to-date on recent news and trends within the online forensics community. From national news in the industry, cold cases in kidnapping, and top websites for different areas of forensic study, you can always find what you’re looking for here in our resources section.
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Crime Scene Investigation vs. Forensic Science
Crime scene investigators and forensic scientists are both concerned with deriving information from evidence in order to discover the truth and determine the appropriate course of action. While complementary, the two roles are distinct. Learn more about the similarities and differences between them.
There’s no shortage of crime-fighting TV shows where protagonists brandish the latest forensic science techniques. Whether it’s DNA testing, tool mark identification, bite mark measuring, or blood spatter analysis, it’s assumed that these methods are reliable, consistent, and valid measures of criminal activity.
Top 10 Signs That Someone is Lying
Did you know that just 54 percent of lies can be accurately spotted? Extroverts also tell more lies than introverts and at least 82 percent of lies go undetected. The good news, however, is that people can improve their lie detection abilities, increasing them to near 90 percent accuracy. But how do you get started?
10 Cold Cases Solved
With the increasing use of DNA analysis and in-depth true crime journalism, more cold murder cases are being solved faster than ever. Check out this list of 10 cold cases solved thanks to modern DNA analysis and true crime journalists. With the increasing use of DNA analysis and in-depth true crime journalism, more cold murder cases are being solved faster than ever. Check out this list of 10 cold cases solved thanks to modern DNA analysis and true crime journalists.
Dangerous Minds: The Mental Illnesses of Infamous Criminals
Mental illnesses have been found in some of the United States' most loathsome killers throughout history, but it’s important to note that most people suffering from these illnesses do not commit any violent offenses.
A Quick History of Forensic Science: Fingerprints, DNA & Beyond
Forensics is an exciting field no matter the era in which it’s practiced; there’s always a little more than meets the eye. To get a quick look at the history of forensics and the crimes it solved as well as committed, read on.
15 Universities with Online Computer Forensics Programs
Students looking to learn about computer forensics can find a variety of options from the undergraduate to graduate level, from certificates to full degree programs. Check out the top 15 programs in computer forensics and digital forensics that are offered online.
Internship List – 25 Cool Forensic Science Internships (2025)
Many students completing a degree in the forensic sciences, or in the natural sciences, may be required to complete an internship to obtain that degree. Learn more about what these internships entail, and where to find them.
