Nanotechnology, which is being employed in all areas of technology, also finds application in the sector of forensics. It is evident that utilization of this technology will help the criminologists to solve the criminal mystery with greater accuracy and pace. Fingerprinting technology, deoxyribose nucleic acid (DNA) analysis, forensic material testing, etc., are some technical zones that are being invaded by nanoscience. This is a brief review about the applications of nanotechnology in forensics. It also provides insight to the future prospects of this amalgamation of technologies, leading to better scientific analysis of evidence suitable for legal proceedings.
Issue Section:
Review Article
Keywords:
Biomedical,
Biotechnology,
Materials ,
Methods,
Nanostructure,
Nanotechnolgy,
Particles,
Pharmaceuticals,
Tools,
Processes
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