Interview

This past week I have been focused on formulating intricate interview questions, working with whom to interview, and conducting interviews. A few days ago, I was able to study the collaboration of forensic scientists and their involvement in crime scene investigation through interviews, notably the professional extremity of DNA samplings. A forensic scientist collects and analyzes evidence from crime scenes and other sites to produce objective results that can aid in the investigation and prosecution of criminal perpetrators or clear an innocent person of suspicion. While talking to the professional I learned a lot about the screening for evidence for DNA sampling which is typically structured into 4 steps, Extraction, Quantify, Amplify, and Capillary research. She was able to explain the standards that are set in place to prevent contamination or cross-contamination during DNA evidence screening to ensure the most accurate results. I learned that Forensic scientists are crucial contributors to the pursuit of justice due to their roles in evidence collection, analysis, and interpretation. However, through this process, there was a time when I had come to a dilemma in realizing that the experiences these professionals had were things that I would experience later on in life, and had wondered if this was truly what I wished for. Despite this, I had begun becoming more confident in my work and had gathered information in order to help me produce a more in-depth understanding and original work idea to construct the best product I can.