In this episode, Cameron Ford and Dr. Paola Tiedemann discuss the role of OSAC and NIST in establishing standards for canine detection in forensic science. They explore the publication process, the importance of standardization, and the voluntary nature of these standards. 

The conversation highlights the evolving nature of these documents and the significance of defining dogs as sensors. Legal implications and community engagement are also emphasized as crucial elements in the successful implementation of these standards. In this conversation, Paola Tiedemann and Cameron Ford explore various aspects of canine detection, including the analysis of Kongs, the misconceptions surrounding bomb and gun dogs, and the complexities of chemical detection in firearms. 

They discuss the challenges posed by 3D printed guns, the evolving threats in explosive detection, and the ongoing research into fentanyl. The conversation emphasizes the importance of understanding chemical mixtures and the need for handlers to ask the right questions about training aids.

Watch this episode on YouTube https://youtu.be/iKbKOq3RoJc

To sign up for OSAC click here https://www.nist.gov/organization-scientific-area-committees-forensic-science/how-to-work-with-us/apply-join-osac

Links to published standards https://www.aafs.org/search/standards

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