Virginia Maxwell is an Associate Professor in the Forensic Science Department of the Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences. Her expertise is in trace evidence including the forensic examination of paint, fibers, hairs, glass, soil, and tape, among others.
Titles:
Associate Professor, Forensic Sciences
Forensic Science Department
Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences
Educational Background:
D.Phil., Physical Chemistry, Oxford University
B.Sc.(Hons) Chemistry, Liverpool University
Current or Recent Research:
Maxwell is currently studying instrumental analysis in the discrimination of trace evidence
Books or Significant Articles Published:
- Crime Scene Investigation; Henry C. Lee, Virginia M. Maxwell, et al (1994)
- Physical Evidence, Henry C. Lee; Virginia M. Maxwell, et al (1995)
- Trace and Transfer Evidence, Henry C. Lee and Virginia M. Maxwell, Matthew and Bender 1999
Current or Recent Professional Memberships, Activities or Awards:
- American Academy of Forensic Science
- American Chemical Society
- International Association for Identification
- Outstanding Service Award, State of Connecticut Department of Public Safety (2003)
- Five Unit Citations, State of Connecticut Department of Public Safety (1998-2006)
Specific Subjects or Issues Faculty Expert Can Knowledgeably Discuss:
- trace evidence
- paint
- soil
- fibers
- hairs
- soil
- tape
- collection and preservation of trace evidence
- significance of trace evidence in criminal cases
Courses Faculty Expert Teaches:
Introduction to Forensic Science
Advanced Criminalistics Lab
Advanced Forensic Science with Lab
E-Mail:
vmaxwell@newhaven.edu
