Forensic science and terrorism

Joseph Almog*, Jay Levinson

*Corresponding author for this work

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Abstract

Forensic science can be a powerful tool in counter-terrorism, not only in post-incident prosecution, but also in pre-incident deterrence. Examples are given from experience in Israel, and the question is raised how professionals can be taught to maximize upon the capabilities of forensic science.

Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)25-35
Number of pages11
JournalJournal of Applied Security Research
Volume3
Issue number1
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 2008

Keywords

  • Ballistics
  • DNA
  • Explosives
  • Forensic science
  • Forgery
  • Intelligence
  • Passports
  • Semtex
  • Suicide bombing
  • Terrorism
  • Weapons

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