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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Could a persons pants instantly catch on fire , front and back from using a torch?

Asked by Dana Blackmon almost 9 years ago

I'm sure that depends on what material the pants were made of.

what work experience is recommended ?

Asked by kenia almost 9 years ago

Any kind of lab work, lab courses or internships in laboratories or with the criminal justice system.

Can a dna test determine whether my husband is an uncle or a half brother

Asked by Donna almost 9 years ago

I'm sorry but I don't know. A DNA testing company can probably help you. Best of luck!

Could I ask you some questions for a school project?

Asked by ssosiak1 over 8 years ago

Sure, email me at Lisa-Black@live.com

Do you usually have a lot of free time or none at all?

Asked by Emily about 9 years ago

Not much free time, no. There's always work to do.

Did you ever puke or feel funny on a certain case?

Asked by MarieAbend over 8 years ago

I got a little queasy at my very first autopsy, but since then, no.

if you could choose, would you rather work in a lab or on a crime scene?

Asked by kenia almost 9 years ago

I like doing both, because being in the lab all the time can get tedious, but being at crime scenes all the time can get exhausting.