Fundamental Studies into the Chemical and Physical Properties of Latent Fingermarks
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Date
2017Supervisor
Prof. Simon Lewis
Type
Thesis
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PhD
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Science and Engineering
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Department of Chemistry
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Abstract
This thesis describes physical and chemical investigations performed on latent fingermarks deposited on non-porous surfaces in order to provide the necessary fundamental underpinnings for future fingermark research. Variation of the physical properties over time was investigated using a novel imaging mode of atomic force microscopy. Spatial distribution of fingermark components was investigated using high-resolution vibrational microspectroscopy techniques. Time-course transformation of squalene in fingermarks stored under different storage conditions was examined using liquid chromatography-high-resolution mass spectrometry.
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