Tag Archives: forensics

GUEST POST: Understanding Mitochondrial DNA with D.P. Lyle

Posted on February 26, 2016 by jchasenovelist

I’m absolutely delighted to have D.P. Lyle on my blog today! He’s an amazing writer, doctor, and forensic expert. I had the honor and opportunity to serve with him on a panel at Bouchercon 2014 to talk about forensics and … Continue reading →

Posted in Forensic, Guest Post | Tagged consultant, crime, crime fiction, DNA, doctor, dp lyle, forensics, medical, mitochondrial DNA, mystery, radio show, science, thrillers, writing | 8 Comments

Getting Away with Murder: 4 Infamous Cases

Posted on February 23, 2016 by jchasenovelist

Photo courtesy of http://www.123rf.com. With murder, comes the inevitable feeling of tragedy and outrage. But, sometimes, the tragedy of the actual heinous act is overshadowed by the outrage of a great injustice. That is, when a murderer is not held … Continue reading →

Posted in Forensic | Tagged alluding, crime, emily stone series, evidence, forensics, jennifer chase author, justifiable, murder, murder investigation, mystery, thriller | Leave a comment

Gunshot Residue: Now You See it Now You Don’t

Posted on January 30, 2016 by jchasenovelist

Gunshot residue or GSR is an important component to any homicide crime scene involving the discharge of a firearm. It tells a story. The big question is how accurate is the story and is it retold correctly. As they say, … Continue reading →

Posted in Forensic | Tagged author, bullet, crime scene, criminologist, forensics, gsr, gun, gunshot, gunshot residue, investigation, jennifer chase, shooting, weapon | 2 Comments

The Criminal, The Victim, and The Psychological Autopsy

Posted on January 16, 2016 by jchasenovelist

One of the most interesting aspects of studying criminal behavior and criminology is finding out why and how criminals commit a specific crime. It’s really the complicated and daunting task of finding out what makes an individual tick and hopefully … Continue reading →

Posted in Criminology, Forensic, Uncategorized | Tagged author and criminologist jennifer chase, autopsy, cold cases, crime, forensics, investigation, psychological, victimology | 2 Comments

3 Amazing Detectives Who Impacted History

Posted on January 9, 2016 by jchasenovelist

Raymond C. Schindler Working as an insurance agent, then a typewriter salesman and eventually a gold miner, Raymond C. Schindler’s life’s purpose was not fully realized until he answered a job advertisement seeking a college educated historical researcher. Little did … Continue reading →

Posted in crime, Police | Tagged award winning author, chicago, colonel calvin goddard, crime, criminolgist, detectives, fighting crime, forensics, history, investigation, jennifer chase, movies, raymond c schindler, san francisco, shanghai | 2 Comments

Gruesome Mysteries: Forensics Cracks the Case

Posted on October 23, 2015 by jchasenovelist

Photo courtesy of fineartamerica.com For many of us, the area in which we live is filled with relative peace and tranquility. But, sometimes, a gruesome and brutal crime will occur in our community. And then suddenly, that harmony is turned … Continue reading →

Posted in Forensic | Tagged accidental, cold case, compulsion, crime fiction, crime scene, DNA, emily stone series, evidence, fingerprint, forensics, investigation, jennifer chase, murder, mystery, serial killers, thriller | Leave a comment

Voice your Opinion: I Want to Hear From You

Posted on October 18, 2015 by jchasenovelist

I have enjoyed hearing from so many readers and fans in emails, tweets, and private messages on Facebook. Thank you so much for contacting me. Now here is your chance! I would love to hear your opinion of what interests … Continue reading →