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Serial Violence: Analysis of Modus Operandi and Signature Characteristics of Killers
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Serial Violence: Analysis of Modus Operandi and Signature Characteristics of KillersSerial Violence: Analysis of Modus Operandi and Signature Characteristics of Killers

Written by renowned experts Bob Keppel and William Birnes, this book focuses on analyzing crimes of violence to unveil common characteristics that might prove useful in the identification, apprehension, and conviction of murderers. It details the historical origins of modus operandi as an investigative tool, and discusses modern identification procedures. It also includes useful information for expert witnesses and portions of transcripts of original testimony. The book provides 40 color photos and several case studies as well as statistical tables that demonstrate the rarity of ritualistic characteristics in murder cases.
 
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The Use of Forensic Anthropology, Second Edition
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The Use of Forensic Anthropology, Second EditionThe Use of Forensic Anthropology, Second Edition

A forensic investigation requires a team of specialists from many different scientific fields of study along with legal and law enforcement specialists. In recent years, the range of cases on which forensic anthropologists have been consulted has expanded dramatically. The Use of Forensic Anthropology, Second Edition provides these professionals with guidelines for determining how to choose and when to use a forensic anthropologist.


 

 
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Enzyme Kinetics: A Modern Approach
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Enzyme Kinetics: A Modern ApproachEnzyme Kinetics: A Modern Approach

Practical Enzyme Kinetics provides a practical how-to guide for beginning students, technicians, and non-specialists for evaluating enzyme kinetics using common software packages to perform easy enzymatic analyses.

 
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X-Linked Mental Retardation
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X-Linked Mental RetardationX-Linked Mental Retardation

This is a comprehensive and up-to-date survey of mental retardation caused by genes on the X chromosome. Clinical and laboratory data on 130 syndromes are presented in a concise and consistent manner. Each syndrome is defined and information is provided on somatic features, growth and development, neurological signs, cognitive performance, imaging and other laboratory findings, and when possible, the nature and localization of the responsible gene. Craniofacial and other somatic findings are extensively illustrated.
 
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Atlas of Immunology, Second Edition
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Atlas of Immunology, Second EditionAtlas of Immunology, Second Edition

The Atlas of Immunology is designed to provide a pictorial reference and serve as a primary resource as the most up-to-date and thorough, illustrated treatise available in the complex science of immunology. The book contains more than 1100 illustrations and depicts essentially every concept of importance in understanding the subject of immunology. It is addressed to immunologists and nonimmunologists alike, including students, researchers, practitioners, and basic biomedical scientists.
 
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