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Forensic fire investigation with Prof Niamh Nic Daeid

Prof Niamh Nic Daeid takes us behind the scenes at the Leverhulme Research Centre for Forensic Science in Dundee where Niamh is leading the charge for change.

Professor Niamh Nic Daeid, one of the world's leading forensic scientists, takes Pennie Latin behind the scenes at Dundee's Leverhulme Research Centre for Forensic Science. From looking into the past with the arrival of a heart which could have significant royal history which Niamh's team are challenged to uncover, to stepping into the future and a virtual reality crime scene which could change the face of how forensic experts access and gather information across the globe. As well as explaining why forensic science is in such dire need of change Niamh reveals how her own passion for fire scene investigation began at a surprisingly early age and why fire scene investigation remains a dinner table conversation whenever her family come together.

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28 minutes

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Sun 9 Oct 2022 06:00

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  • Wed 27 Feb 2019 13:30
  • Sun 3 Mar 2019 06:00
  • Wed 18 Sep 2019 13:30
  • Sun 22 Sep 2019 06:00
  • Sun 9 Oct 2022 06:00

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