Applications of new mass spectrometry techniques in analyzing forensic evidence

Analysis of forensic evidence is very important for detecting and court proceedings. Emerging mass spectrometry techniques are widely used in analysis of forensic evidence, because of the direct, rapid, sensitive and non-consumed detection of the new MS method. This review highlights some forensic applications of new MS method in detecting explosives, illicit drugs, latent fingerprint and forged documents. What's more, the prospects and development of new mass spectrometry techniques in forensic applications are also discussed.