Richard Li

Richard Li is an Associate Professor in the Department of Sciences at John Jay College of Criminal Justice, City University of New York (CUNY). His research focuses on forensic DNA techniques for human identification and forensic toxicology of postmortem samples. He is actively involved in advancing methods for extracting controlled substances from complex biological matrices.

Education:

• PhD in Molecular Biology, University of Wisconsin-Madison
• MS in Forensic Science, University of New Haven

Dr. Li's research centers on forensic biology and molecular biology, particularly in the application of DNA analysis for criminal justice and legal identification purposes. His work also extends to postmortem toxicology, where he investigates improved extraction techniques for drugs and controlled substances from biological fluids and tissues, contributing to more accurate forensic evaluations.

Although no recent publications are listed in the provided text, his research trajectory indicates strong engagement in forensic analytical methods, particularly in the intersection of molecular biology and criminalistics.

Scientific Awards:

• No awards listed in the provided text.

Dr. Li leads a research laboratory focused on the forensic analysis of biological evidence. He advises on forensic science methodologies and contributes to the academic and practical training of future forensic scientists. While specific grants are not mentioned, his work implies involvement in research funding related to forensic technology development.

Laboratory and Research Team:

His laboratory is dedicated to improving forensic DNA and toxicology protocols, particularly in challenging sample conditions. The team works on methodological innovations for substance extraction and identification in forensic contexts.