S2E3: Space Forensics! Bloodstain Pattern Analysis in Microgravity with Detective Zack Kowalske

03/09/23 • 50 min

On this episode I spoke with Det. Zack Kowalske, an expert in bloodstain pattern analysis, crime scene reconstruction, and a pioneer in Space Forensics! We discussed BPA (bloodstain pattern analysis), some concerns in the field (error rates), and Zack's research on bloodstain pattern analysis in microgravity.
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Learn more about topics we discussed in this episode
The "black box study"
Accuracy and reproducibility of conclusions by forensic bloodstain pattern analysts,
Forensic Science International. R. Austin Hicklin, Kevin R. Winer, Paul E. Kish, Connie L. Parks, William Chapman, Kensley Dunagan, Nicole Richetelli, Eric G. Epstein, Madeline A. Ausdemore, Thomas A. Busey. Forensic Science International, Volume 325, 2021,110856,ISSN 0379-0738,https://doi.org/10.1016/j.forsciint.2021.110856.
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Kish, Sutton
https://www.amazon.com/Principles-Bloodstain-Pattern-Analysis-Investigations/dp/0849320143
Bevel, Gardener
https://www.amazon.com/Bloodstain-Introduction-Reconstruction-Practical-Investigations/dp/1420052683
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S2EP2: Joining the Dark Side.The Role of the Forensic Science Defence Expert. Dr. David Schudel

"The role of a forensic science defence expert is often referred to by those working for the police/state/government forensic labs as being on the "dark side."

In Joining the Dark Side, author David Schudel outlines the evolution of a fascinating career that starts out in the dark side and looks at what problems can appear in forensic cases. The book delves into the problems inherent to forensic science, in particular cognitive bias and scientific philosophy. It also looks at the emotional impact and specific challenges behind forensic science and provides the reader with some sage advice on giving evidence in Court."
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Saving Lizzie
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Case Solved? Unraveling a DNA thread in the Zodiac killer enigma. Featuring Forensic Scientist George Schiro.

The Zodiac case remains one of the most notorious unsolved murder mysteries in American history, and it continues to capture public interest and speculation. The self-proclaimed Zodiac killer was a serial killer who operated in Northern California, primarily in the late 1960s and early 1970s. In 2014 a man named Gary L. Stewart published a book, co-written by journalist Susan Mustafa, The Most Dangerous Animal of All, about how he came to the conclusion that his biological father was the Zodiac killer.
In this episode, Forensic Scientist George Schiro speaks about his involvement - examining the alleged DNA profile of the Zodiac and Gary Stewart. Is Gary Stewart the biological son of the infamous Zodiac?
Mr. Schiro will be presenting on this topic at the Association of Forensic DNA Analysts and Administrators annual meeting, July 27-28, 2023 in San Antonio, Texas. To learn more visit afdaa.org
To learn more about or to contact the guest, George Schiro, M.S., visit his website.

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