The National Institute of Justice's (NIJ) Forensic Technology Center of Excellence (FTCoE) improves the practice of forensic science and strengthens its impact through rigorous technology corroboration, evaluation and adoption, effective knowledge transfer and education, and comprehensive dissemination of best practices and guidelines to agencies dedicated to combating crime. The FTCoE delivers practical and valuable technology transition and knowledge transfer solutions that bridge the gap between science and justice. FTCoE are committed to the advancement of forensic science within the criminal justice community through the elevation of practitioner expertise and the integration of policy and practice within the field of forensic science. Across the full range of forensic disciplines from toxicology to DNA and fingerprints, employing rigorous, multidisciplinary approaches to meet the unique, complex needs of clients in government, education, and private industry. As lead implementer of the National Institute of Justice’s Forensic Technology Center of Excellence identify and transfer new technology into practice in crime laboratories. Our online training platform is a national resource of the latest information on science and technology for the forensic science community.
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