Thallium Poison: Unraveling the Toxic Tale
Thallium, a soft, heavy metal with a tin-white lustrous color, hides a deadly secret - its toxic compounds and their mysterious effects. From its uses…
Factors Modifying the Action of Poison: Understanding the Intricacies
Poison action is influenced by a myriad of factors, from the quantity ingested to the form and mode of administration. Let's unravel the complexities and…
Decoding the Enigmatic World of Poisons: Understanding Types of Poison Classification
Discover the captivating world of toxicology and forensic toxicology as we explore the classification of poisons. Learn about acute, chronic, and fulminant poisoning, as well…
Types of Drugs: Understanding the World of Narcotics
Discover the diverse world of narcotics and their effects on the central nervous system. We explore three main categories of drugs: depressants, stimulants, and hallucinogens,…
Breakthrough Study Reveals Brain’s Role in Regulating Fentanyl Consumption
Explore a groundbreaking study that unveils the brain's potential to regulate fentanyl consumption, providing hope in the ongoing battle against opioid addiction.
Rapid Method Developed for Classifying NPS and Other Narcotics
Read about the new method developed by researchers at Linköping University in Sweden, in collaboration with the Public Health Agency of Sweden and the National…
Drug-facilitated sexual assault (DFSA): Understanding Commonly used Date Drugs
Information on some of the most commonly used date rape drugs, including Rohypnol, GHB, Ketamine, Xanax, and Valium. It also includes statistics on drug-facilitated sexual…
Fentanyl Vaccine Breakthrough – Potential “Game Changer” for Opioid Epidemic
A new vaccine has been developed that targets the dangerous synthetic opioid fentanyl that could block its ability to enter the brain, thus eliminating the…
New research gives the potential for more accurate methamphetamine detection.
The research - conducted with The Institute of Environmental Science and Research (ESR), New Zealand - analyses the retention of methamphetamine residues on different surfaces.
Meeting the Evolving Challenges of Fentanyl and Other Emerging Drugs of Abuse: Innovative Strategies for Improving Analysis
NIJ-supported research offers a new workflow for complicated drug analysis and improves upon traditional workflow.
Mastering Sample Preparation in Forensic Toxicology: Enhancing Throughput and Instrument Uptime
Discover the critical role of sample preparation in forensic toxicology. Effective techniques for various biological matrices can significantly enhance analytical throughput and instrument uptime, leading…
Field Sobriety Tests and THC Levels Unreliable Indicators of Marijuana Intoxication
NIJ research shows THC levels and sobriety tests are unreliable indicators of cannabis intoxication. Discover the key findings and legal implications.
