GSR analysis
Cara Plese, M.S., Scientist I
As a scientist at Gateway Analytical, Cara routinely prepares samples for analysis, performs analytical testing on a variety of sample types using various techniques including microscopy, SEM-EDS, FTIR, and Raman, interprets results of testing, and prepares reports.
Webinar Recap and Q&A for What Police & Attorneys Need to Know about Gunshot Residue Analysis
On January 22nd, Dave Exline, Senior V.P. and Rebekah Wagurak, Forensic Scientist at Gateway Analytical, hosted a webinar designed for police and attorneys and built upon the information provided in our previous webinar, “Forensic Analysis of Gunshot Residue for Police & Attorneys.” During this webinar, our presenters provided police officers with tips on the proper [...]
Gateway Analytical Achieves the Prestigious ASCLD/LAB-International Accreditation for Forensic Trace Evidence Testing!
We are now one (1) of only two (2) private labs in the country that is accredited to this standard for trace evidence, and we are the only private lab in the country to be accredited for gunshot residue analysis.
Acquisition of Third SEM-EDS System will be Used Exclusively for the Analysis of Forensic Gunshot Residue Evidence
Gateway Analytical is proud to announce the acquisition of its third scanning electron microscope which is coupled with energy dispersive spectroscopy (SEM-EDS). This latest SEM-EDS system, manufactured by ASPEX Corporation, is fully equipped with the latest Perception Suite software and will be used exclusively for the analysis of forensic gunshot residue (GSR) evidence. Gateway Analytical [...]
Gateway Analytical on Track to Meet 2012 ASCLD/LAB Quality Goal for Trace Evidence Analysis
I’m excited to say that Gateway Analytical is one step closer to achieving its 2012 goal of ASLCD/LAB accreditation for our forensic trace evidence analysis services. We’ve submitted the required application materials including the Quality Management System Manual, Statement of Qualifications (SOQs), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), among others, which have been accepted by the assigned assessor [...]
