Experts in forensic science and particle combination analysis
Stoney Forensic, Inc is a privately held small business based in Northern Virginia, founded in 2000 by Paul and David Stoney. We have completed major government and commercial projects as prime contractor, key partner or sub-contractor, and as subject matter experts.
This work has produced scientific breakthroughs, game-changing new capabilities, and tailored applications for specific problems.
The value of these contributions is reflected in publications and presentations, as well as available references and testimonials.
Research and application efforts are focused on two areas
PCA: Analysis and Interpretation of combinations of particles (Particle Combination Analysis)
NIFM: Associations from (Non-Identifiable Fingermarks), that is, latent prints that are too small to meet the standards for identification
Details of our research can be found in numerous publications and presentations some of which are listed in the PCA and NIFM pages on this website. We are happy to provide additional details and data to other researchers and to agencies and professionals in the Justice System.
We are actively interested in collaboration with researchers working on related research.
Resulting applications
From time to time we have been directly involved in helping agencies and professionals in the Justice System, and occasionally in the private sector, take advantage of possibilities created by these advances, such as:- Developing a specific application for an organization or agency
- Consultation to help a laboratory or agency learn, adopt, or integrate methods developed through our research
- Consultation with investigators or attorneys on specific cases
Some examples of resulting applications are included in publications. Most details of applications need to come directly from the end-user, though we are happy to provide contact information and an introduction as appropriate.
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Paul Stoney, Program Manager Specific Expertise: Design and management of scientific research and development programs Practical application of advances in science Particle Combination Analysis Education and Experience: MBA, Stanford University 5 years Naval Officer 5 years UCLA Earth and Space Sciences 15 years Commercial Experience at CEO/Director Level 25 years Managing Stoney Forensic |
David Stoney, Chief Scientist Specific Expertise: Fundamental Research, Fingerprints, Trace Evidence, and Very Small Particle (VSP) Analysis and Interpretation Directing Scientists and Scientific Investigations Analysis and Interpretation of the Scientific Significance of Forensic Evidence Application of Particle Analysis to Cases and Programs Education and Experience: BS Chemistry, PhD Forensic Science, University of California at Berkeley 6 years Private Crime Lab 8 years Director of Forensic Sciences, University of Illinois 10 years Director of McCrone Research Institute, Chicago, Illinois 25 years Chief Scientist at Stoney Forensic |
Particle Analysis Resources
Stoney Forensic has a specialized particle handling laboratory with extensive reference collections, a combination of expertise and proprietary methods, a small group of exceptional staff, and long-standing close collaborations with a group of academic and commercial experts at the forefront of a set of specialized fields.
