Forensic pathologists apply scientific studies to the areas of crime and law enforcement. They are essential to solving all crimes, because without them there would be no way to study and use evidence. Becoming a forensic pathologist requires intense training and education as well as the basic training necessary for any career. There are many different fields of forensic science, including odontology, anthropology, and toxicology. Mathematics is a crucial aspect of any forensic science. Forensic Detective Sergeant Schiele of the Concord Police Department says to “never stop learning.” Forensic science is the use of science to solve crimes. Forensic scientists use evidence from the crime scene to find the criminal or determine the guilt or innocence of a suspect on trial. Some examples of evidence that forensic scientists use in their work include fingerprints, footprints, teeth marks, blood, semen, hair fibers, bullets, broken glass, knives, and firearms. fire. Other useful pieces of evidence that criminals are less likely to think about are descriptions, provided by the coroner, of incisions and bruises on the victim's body. These descriptions can provide clues to scientists about the type of weapon used to commit the crime. However, before anyone can start doing any of this, they must receive an education. People interested in a career in forensic science can begin preparing for this position as early as high school. As high school students, they will want to take courses in mathematics, computer science, earth science, biology, chemistry and forensics. These courses will give the student a foundational knowledge that will help build a foundation for their college years. As a student, he or she will have to obtain at least a bachelor's degree...... middle of paper ...... same peace to that family who is going through a difficult time in life. To prepare for a career, specific courses are offered from high school. There are many types of forensic science. Mathematics is an important part of this career, but not the only part. Forensic science is a dynamic but also very rewarding career. Works Cited “Forensic Science”. UXL Science Encyclopedia. U*X*L, 2007. Student resources in context. Internet. April 27, 2014. Morgan, Marilyn. Careers in Criminology. Los Angeles: Lowell House, 2000. “Forensic Scientist” print. Career Information Center. Ed. Marie Bonk. 9th ed. Flight. 6. Detroit: Macmillan Reference USA, 2005. Student Resources in Context. Internet. April 27, 2014. Toxicology. " The Gale Encyclopedia of Science. Ed. K. Lee Lerner and Brenda Wilmoth Lerner. 4th ed. Detroit: Gale, 2008. Student Resources in Context. Web. April 29. 2014.