# Forensic Investigation Tools A Blood-Analyzing Camera Rivals Dexter Morgan's Bloody Insights By Meghan Young | Published 2010-11-16 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blood-analyzing-camera References: [dvice](http://dvice.com/archives/2010/11/scientists-inve.php) & [newscientist](http://www.newscientist.com/article/dn19722-blood-camera-to-spot-invisible-stains-at-crime-scenes.html) You may not need Dexter Morgan's affinity for blood to become a genius blood splatter analyst now that this Blood-Analyzing Camera has been developed. Created by Stephen Morgan and Michael Myrick, scientists from the [University of South Carolina](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniature-blood-pressure-monitors), this Blood-Analyzing Camera uses pulses of infrared light to distinguish blood from other false positive substances such as bleach, rust, fizzy drink and coffee. As [crime scene investigation tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultraviolet-detector) become more and more refined, I can't imagine anyone getting away with murder! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 35% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Forensic Imaging Technology:** Advancements in forensic imaging technology, such as the Blood-Analyzing Camera, are disrupting and enhancing the accuracy and efficiency of criminal investigations. - **Infrared Light Analysis:** Infrared light analysis is a growing trend in the field of forensics, providing new opportunities for improved evidence collection and analysis. - **Smart Crime Scene Tools:** Emerging technologies are facilitating the development of smart crime scene tools, empowering investigators with tools that quickly and accurately collect and analyze crime scene evidence. ### Who This Affects Most - **Forensic Science:** Forensic science professionals can leverage the Blood-Analyzing Camera and other emerging trends to create new, more efficient techniques for analyzing and interpreting evidence. - **Criminal Justice:** Criminal justice professionals can use emerging forensic technologies, such as the Blood-Analyzing Camera, to more accurately and efficiently solve crimes. - **Law Enforcement:** Law enforcement agencies can benefit from the development of new forensic technologies, such as the Blood-Analyzing Camera, which can help officers collect and analyze evidence more quickly and accurately. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Affordable Color-Matching Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/datacolor-spectro-55.md) - [Fabric-Analyzing Smartphone Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nearinfrared-spectroscopy-system.md) - [Portable Multispectral Imaging Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/imaging-tool.md) - [Miniature Blood Pressure Monitors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/miniature-blood-pressure-monitors.md) - [Investigation-Focused License Plate Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/investigative-tool.md) - [Portable Methanol Analytical Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/analytical-device.md) - [UV Damage-Detecting Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uv-damagedetecting-camera.md) - [Security-Focused Color Cameras](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ms500.md) - [At-Home Urine Analysis Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urine-analysis-tool.md)