Research in Crime, Justice and Security

Our leading research in the arenas of Crime, Justice and Security focuses on both the criminal justice and social justice environments.

Our researchers develop sustainable solutions to challenges in the areas of forensic science, criminology, prisons and offender management, policing, law, international studies, archaeology, history and terrorism, through use of evidence based practice and cutting edge technology.

Research centres

Our interdisciplinary approach to research means you will find research in the field of Crime, Justice and Society in a range of different centres across our University.

Centre for Crime, Justice and Security

The Centre leads on ground-breaking research, innovations and enterprise initiatives that are committed to human rights, global security and justice for all.

Our researchers

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Sarah Page

Associate Professor

Sarah is an Associate Professor teaching on our undergraduate and post graduate courses in Criminology and post graduate course in Leadership in Action on Poverty. She is also the Co-Director of the Staffordshire University Crime and Society Group.

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Dr Claire Gwinnett

Professor

I am a Professor in Forensic and Environmental Science. I specialise in forensic fibres analysis, mircoplastics and plastic pollution, hair analysis, paint analysis and glass analysis.

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Latest research - crime, justice and security news


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Student analyses museum bear’s hair to help tackle wildlife crime

A University of Staffordshire student is using hair from a 120-year-old taxidermy bear to explore new ways of preventing wildlife crime

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PhD student wins forensic science award for pioneering bloodstain research

A University of Staffordshire PhD student's award-winning research could transform how bloodstain evidence at crime scenes is analysed

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‘Real mummy’s curse’ behind sale and trade of mummified remains exposed

Experts have warned of the hidden health risks associated with the unregulated global trade of mummified remains

The Research, Innovation and Impact Services team can provide information about all aspects of research at our University.

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