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Skip Palenik Interview on Role of Microscopy in Modern Art Analysis
Skip Palenik is interviewed about the role of microscopy and microchemistry in modern art analysis and authentication. Read More
Green River Murders: How Microtrace Found Pivotal Clues Others Missed
Microtrace founder Skip Palenik's analysis of Green River Murders evidence led to the confession and conviction of Gary Ridgway, one of the most prolific serial murderers in American history. Read More
Firearm to Target Distance Determination
Microtrace can visualize and quantify firearms residues to help determine muzzle to target distance in forensic investigations. Read More
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Recent Publications
Microtrace’s Range of Analytical Experience on Display at Inter/Micro 2023
Inter/Micro 2023 runs from 13-16 June in Chicago. Ten Microtrace scientists will present papers on a wide range of scientific topics. Read More
An Introduction to the Forensic Analysis of Solution Dyed Fibers
"An Introduction to the Forensic Analysis of Solution Dyed Fibers" by Christopher S. Palenik, Kelly Brinsko Beckert, Otyllia Abraham, Ethan Groves, Skip Palenik, Microtrace, LLC Read More
The Microscopical Recognition and Characterization of Pigmented Fibers
The Microscopical Recognition and Characterization of Pigmented Fibers, Kelly Brinsko Beckert, BS, MS; Otyllia Abraham, BS, MS; Ethan Groves, BS; Skip Palenik, BS; Christopher Palenik, MS, PhD Read More