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Scientific Working Group for Gunshot Residue

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Scientific Working Group for Gunshot Residue makes recommendations for the forensic examination of gunshot residue. It is composed of 27 international experts. The pdf Primer Gunshot Residue Analysis by Scanning Electron Microscopy/Energy Dispersive is a comprehensive guide that represents the mutually agreed upon opinions of the expert group. The site also includes a gallery of scanning electron microscope images, the results of contamination studies, and links to ASMT procedures.
Source: Scientific Working Group for Gunshot Residue