Marine forensics
Marine forensics refers to the scientific study of incidents or accidents occurring as a result of or involving bodies of water including oceans, streams or rivers, lakes or ponds.[1] This science borrows techniques from traditional terrestrial forensic science and blends them with technologies and methods adapted for underwater research. One of the most well-known marine forensics programs is the NOS Marine Forensics Program, which was founded in the 1970s and is the only laboratory in the U.S. dedicated to the forensic analysis of marine species.
References
- ↑ "What is Marine Forensics?". International Marine Forensics Symposium 2012 web site. Retrieved 3 April 2012.
- Malmquist, David (15 June 2012). "Marine forensics: VIMS shows how genetic markers can help Feds enforce seafood regulations". ideation (Spring 2012). Retrieved 16 May 2014.
- "Forensics Unit". Northwest Fisheries Science Center. NOAA Fisheries. Retrieved 16 May 2014.
- "NOAA, the FDA, and DNA". Combating Seafood Fraud. Fishwatch. Retrieved 16 May 2014.