Forensic Scientist

Forensic Scientist

LIsa Black

Cape Coral, FL

Female, 49

I spent the five happiest years of my life in a morgue. As a forensic scientist in the Cleveland coroner’s office I analyzed gunshot residue on hands and clothing, hairs, fibers, paint, glass, DNA, blood and many other forms of trace evidence, as well as crime scenes. Now I'm a certified latent print examiner and CSI for a police department in Florida. I also write a series of forensic suspense novels, turning the day job into fiction. My books have been translated into six languages.

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Last Answer on July 21, 2022

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How can I start a path towards becoming a forensic scientist? I am especially interested in DNA and toxicology.

Asked by Ryota almost 6 years ago

I would major in biochemistry for either, and/or genetics for DNA. Best of luck!!

Where do you hide a body?

Asked by Donna almost 7 years ago

That depends a great deal on where the body is now.

how accurate is measuring the age of human bones , particularly after 30 years of age how less accurate percentage wise per decade after 30 years of age?

Asked by andy over 6 years ago

I'm sorry but I also can't answer that question. You'd have to ask an anthropologist.

Is there any way I could ask you a couple questions for a project? By phone?

Asked by Allison about 7 years ago

Please send me an email at lisa-black@live.com.

Why do you think so many people on this site want people to give them the answer they wanna hear instead of the truth or your (or whomever their asking) opinion? I mean they already told them selves so whats the point?

Asked by Walker asks folks almost 6 years ago

I don't get that impression.

Your take on Gorge Floyd

Asked by DeeDee over 5 years ago

You know as much as I do.

Do you watch Law and Order?

Asked by Jimmy over 6 years ago

Not regularly, but I’ve caught many reruns over the years.