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Alcohol, Tobacco and Firearms Laboratory The ATF Laboratories have a distinguished history that dates back to 1886. From two scientists working in the attic of the Treasury building, we have grown to a staff of over 120 professionals working in five laboratories in three cities.
American Society for Testing and Materials To be the foremost developer and provider of voluntary consensus standards, related technical information, and services having internationally recognized quality and applicability that promote public health and safety, and the overall quality of life; on tribute to the reliability of materials, products, systems and services; and facilitate national, regional, and international commerce.
Centers For Disease Control The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is recognized as the lead federal agency for protecting the health and safety of people - at home and abroad, providing credible information to enhance health decisions, and promoting health through strong partnerships. CDC serves as the national focus for developing and applying disease prevention and control, environmental health, and health promotion and education activities designed to improve the health of the people of the United States.
Drug Enforcement Administration The mission of the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) is to enforce the controlled substances laws and regulations of the United States and bring to the criminal and civil justice system of the United States, or any other competent jurisdiction, those organizations and principal members of organizations, involved in the growing, manufacture, or distribution of controlled substances appearing in or destined for illicit traffic in the United States; and to recommend and support non-enforcement programs aimed at reducing the availability of illicit controlled substances on the domestic and international markets.
Europol Europol is the European Union law enforcement organisation that handles criminal intelligence. Its aim is to improve the effectiveness and co‑operation between the competent authorities of the Member States in preventing and combating serious international organised crime. The mission of Europol is to make a significant contribution to the European Union’s law enforcement action against organised crime, with an emphasis on targeting criminal organisations.
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Food and Drug Administration Determining the safety of genetically engineered products, preventing food borne illness, evaluating the safety and effectiveness of innovative drugs and other health therapies are all part of FDA's mission to protect and promote the health of the American people. Fundamental to fulfilling these and many other responsibilities, is an Agency built on a base of strong science.
Forensic Science Service Is the market leader in the supply of forensic science services to police forces in England and Wales, as well as being a source of training, consultancy, and scientific support for many overseas and private sector customers, including law enforcement agencies in 60 countries worldwide.
Interpol Interpol exists to help create a safer world. Our aim is to provide a unique range of essential services for the law enforcement community to optimize the international effort to combat crime.
Kyiv Institute of Forensic Science The history of Kyiv Institute of Forensic Science begins from Kyiv Cabinet of Forensic Science attached to Prosecutor of Kyiv Court Chamber founded on the 2 (15) of February 1914. After the October revolution (1917) most of juridical institutions were abolished in Ukraine but the Cabinet was kept by the famous criminalist professor S.M.Potapov.
National Criminal Investigative Services NCIS works with law enforcement agencies, government departments and other relevant organisations nationally and internationally. Indeed Interpol UK and Europol UK, along with the UK Drug Liaison Officer network, form the NCIS International Division. Through these, NCIS is a one-stop shop for UK law enforcement's international enquiries.
National Highway Traffic and Safety Administration NHTSA is responsible for reducing deaths, injuries and economic losses resulting from motor vehicle crashes. This is accomplished by setting and enforcing safety performance standards for motor vehicles and motor vehicle equipment, and through grants to state and local governments to enable them to conduct effective local highway safety programs.
National Institute of Standards and Technology NIST technology, measurements, and standards help U.S. industry invent and manufacture superior products reliably, ensure a fair marketplace for consumers and businesses, and promote acceptance of U.S. products in foreign markets.
Royal Canadian Mounted Police Laboratory The Forensic Laboratory Services Directorate is part of the RCMP's National Police Services program. Our services are available to all Canadian police agencies, the Canadian courts and to government agencies.
Scientific Working Groups The National Forensic Science Technology Center is responsible for the development and management of the pages within this web site. The content of the pages is determined by the SWG members and the funding is provided by the FBI.
The National Institute of Justice The research and development branch of the U.S.Department of Justice.
The United States Army Criminal Investigation Laboratory
Army's primary criminal investigative organization, the "CID" is responsible for the conduct of criminal investigations in which the Army is, or may be, a party of interest.
The United States Secret Service The Secret Service was established as a law enforcement agency in 1865. While most people associate the Secret Service with Presidential protection, our original mandate was to investigate the counterfeiting of U.S. currency--which we still do.
United States Customs Laboratory The United States Customs Service is the primary enforcement agency protecting the Nation’s borders. It is the only border agency with an extensive air, land, and marine interdiction force and with an investigative component supported by its own intelligence branch.