| Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10255425 | Science & Justice | 2015 | 20 Pages |
Abstract
This review explores variations in composition due to donor characteristics and environmental variables, and identifies gaps for further research. We also present a qualitative and quantitative summary of the effect of time on composition. Kinetics are presented where known, with summary schematics for reaction mechanisms. Previous studies exploring methods for determining the age of a fingerprint are also discussed, including their advantages and disadvantages. Lastly we propose a potentially more accurate and reliable methodology for determining fingerprint age based on quantitative kinetic changes to the composition of a fingerprint over time.
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Authors
Samuel Cadd, Meez Islam, Peter Manson, Stephen Bleay,