18 days agoAlabama Allocates $262K for Forensic Technology to Combat Opioid Crisis
Governor Kay Ivey announced a $262,770 grant for Alabama's Department of Forensic Sciences to enhance forensic equipment aimed at opioid and synthetic drug analysis. This funding will improve testing capabilities for law enforcement agencies, highlighting ongoing opportunities for contractors in forensic technology.
20 days agoWest Virginia State Police Receives $582K Grant to Enhance DNA Testing
Governor Patrick Morrisey announced a $582,174 federal grant to the West Virginia State Police. This funding, aimed at improving DNA testing capabilities, will help reduce forensic processing times and support law enforcement in resolving cold cases.
41 days agoNIJ Invests $11.6 Million to Advance Forensic Science R&D Projects
The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) has allocated over **$11.6 million** in fiscal year **2022** for **23 research projects** aimed at enhancing forensic technologies. This funding indicates growing opportunities for contractors focusing on innovation in forensic analysis, with implications for criminal justice applications nationwide.
140 days agoNew ATF Forensic Lab Launches in Wichita to Enhance Crime Investigation
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) inaugurated its Forensic Crime Gun Laboratory in collaboration with Wichita State University. This state-of-the-art facility aims to improve forensic capabilities and support violent crime investigations across the nation, signaling significant procurement opportunities in forensic technology and services.