Analysis of Fire Debris 

Reference List

Fire Debris and Explosives Subcommittee 
Table of Contents

1 – Books........................................................................................................................................ 1

2- ASTM Standards ........................................................................................................................ 3

3 - Reviews/Guides......................................................................................................................... 4

4 - Health & Safety ......................................................................................................................... 6

5 - Scene Sampling ......................................................................................................................... 6

6 - Packaging and Containers ......................................................................................................... 8

7 - Laboratory Sampling ............................................................................................................... 10

8 - Laboratory Analysis ................................................................................................................ 18

9 - Background interferences and Weathering.............................................................................. 30

10 - Sources of Contamination ..................................................................................................... 37

11 - Microbial Degradation........................................................................................................... 39

12 - Comparison of Ignitable Liquids........................................................................................... 41

13 - Data Handling and Interpretation .......................................................................................... 45

14 - Quality Control...................................................................................................................... 58

15 - Biodiesel ................................................................................................................................ 58

16 - Vegetable Oils ....................................................................................................................... 59

17 - Flash Point ............................................................................................................................. 61

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1 – Books

1980

1. Criminalistics and Scientific Investigation, Cunliffe, F., and Piazza, P. B. Prentice Hall, 

NJ, 1980.

1982

1. Forensic Science Handbook, Saferstein, R., ed., Prentice Hall, NJ, 1982.

1992

1. Gas Chromatography in Forensic Science, Tebbett, I., Ed., Ellis Horwood Ltd., 

Chichester, UK, 1992. Fultz, M. L. and DeHaan, J. D., “Gas Chromatography in Arson 

and Explosives Analysis,” Chapter 5.

1993

1. Chemical Analysis for the Arson Investigator and Attorney (Chromatographic methods),

Bertsch, W., Holzer, G., and Sellers, C. S., Verlagsgruppe Huthig Jehle Rehm GmbH, 

1993.

1998

1. GC-MS Guide to Ignitable Liquids, Newman, R., Gilbert, M., and Lothridge, K., CRC 

Press, FL, 1998.

2000

1. Encyclopedia of Separation Science, Poole, C. F., and Cooke, M., eds., Academic Press, 

CA, 2000. 

2002

1. Forensic Science Handbook, Saferstein, R., Prentice Hall: NJ, 2002; Vol. 2, pp 516-517.

2003

1. Advances in Forensic Applications of Mass Spectrometry, 3rd ed., Yinon, Y., ed., CRC 

Press, Boca Raton, USA, 2003.

2004

1. Analysis and Interpretation of Fire Scene Evidence, Almirall, J., and Furton, K., eds., 

CRC Press, Florida, 2004.
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2. Sources of Interference in Fire Debris Analysis, Stauffer, E., Daied, N. N., Ed., Fire 

Investigation, CRC Press, Boca Raton, 2004.

2006

1. The Chemistry and Technology of Petroleum, 4th ed., Speight, J. G., CRC Press, Boca 

Raton, USA, 2006. 

2007

1. Investigating Chemistry: A Forensic Science Perspective, Johll, M. E., W. H. Freeman 

and Company, New York, 2007. 

2008

1. Fire Debris Analysis, Stauffer, E.; Dolan, J. A.; and Newman, R., Academic Press, 

Elsevier, MA, 2008.

2010

1. Forensic Science Handbook, Vol 3, 2nd ed., Saferstein, R., ed., Pearson, 2010. 

2011

1. Kirk’s Fire Investigation, 7th ed., DeHaan, J. D., and Icove, D. J., Pearson, 2011.

2012

1. Analysis of Fire Debris, Forensic Chemistry Handbook, Kobilinsky, L., ed, Lentini, J. J.,

Wiley, NJ, 2012.

2. Gas Chromatography, Poole, C. F., ed., Elsevier Inc., 2012.

3. Encyclopedia of Forensic Sciences, 2nd ed., Siegel, J. A., and Saukko, P. J., eds.,

Academic Press, Elsevier, 2012.

2013

1. Scientific Protocols for Fire Investigation, 2nd ed., Lentini, J. J., CRC Press, FL, 2013. 

2. Chemistry/Trace/Fire Investigation, Encyclopedia of Forensic Sciences, 2nd ed., Nic

Daeid, N., and Stauffer, E., Elsevier, 2013, pp. 151-166, 177-182, 183-194.

2014
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1. Criminalistics: An Introduction to Forensic Science, 11th ed., Saferstein, R. Pearson 

Education, 2014. 

2015

1. Identifying Ignitable Liquids in Fire Debris: A Guideline for Forensic Experts, 1st ed., 

Hendrikse, J., Grutters, M., and Schäfer, F., Academic Press, Elsevier, London, 2015.

2. Forensic Chemistry, 1st ed., Houck, M. M., ed., Academic Press, Elsevier, London, 2015.

2016

1. Fire Investigation, Crime Scene to Court: The Essentials of Forensic Science, 4th ed.,

White, P., Ed., Halliday, D., Royal Society of Chemistry, Cambridge, 2016, pp. 260-292.

2017

1. NFPA: Guide for Fire and Explosion Investigations, National Fire Protection Agency,

2017. 

2019

1. Fire Investigations for First Responders. Chandler, R., Jones & Bartlett Learning, LLC; 

2019. https://books.google.ca/books

2. Forensic Analysis of Fire Debris and Explosives, Evans-Nguyen, K., and Hutches, K., 

eds., Springer Nature Switzerland AG, 2019. 

2- ASTM Standards

E1386 Practice for the Separation and Concentration of Ignitable Liquid Residues from Fire

Debris Samples by Solvent Extraction

E1388 Standard Practice for Static Headspace Sampling of Vapors from Fire Debris Samples

E1412 Practice for Separation and Concentration of Ignitable Liquid Residues from Fire

Debris Samples by Passive Headspace Concentration

E1413 Standard Practice for Separation of Ignitable Liquid Residues from Fire Debris 

Samples by Dynamic Headspace Concentration onto an Adsorbent Tube 

E1618 Standard Test Method for Identification of Ignitable Liquid Residues in Extracts from

Fire Debris Samples by Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry

E2154 Practice for the Separation and Concentration of Ignitable Liquid Residues from Fire

Debris Samples by Solid Phase Microextraction (SPME)
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E2451 Standard Practice for Preserving Ignitable Liquids and Ignitable Liquid Residue

Extracts from Fire Debris Samples

E2881 Standard Test Method for Extraction and Derivatization of Vegetable Oils and Fats

from Fire Debris and Liquid Samples with Analysis by Gas Chromatography-Mass

Spectrometry

E2997 Standard Test Method for the Analysis of Biodiesel Products by Gas

Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry

E3189 Standard Practice for Separation of Ignitable Liquid Residues from Fire Debris

Samples by Static Headspace Concentration onto an Adsorbent Tube 

3 - Reviews/Guides 

1998

1. Lennard C., “Fire (Determination of Cause). A Review: 1995-1998.” INTERPOL, Lyon, 

France, 1998, pp. 24.

2001

1. Lennard C., “Fire Cause and Fire Debris Analysis. A review: 1998-2001.” INTERPOL, 

Lyon, France, 2001, pp. 27.

2002

1. Borusiewicz, R., “Fire Debris Analysis - A Survey of Techniques used for Accelerants 

Isolation and Concentration,” Problems of Forensic Sciences, Vol 50, 2002, pp. 44 - 63. 

2003

1. Dolan, J., “Recent Advances in the Applications of Forensic Science to Fire Debris 

Analysis,” Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry, Vol 376, 2003, pp. 1168–1171.

2. Stauffer, E., Lentini, J.J., “ASTM Standards for fire debris analysis: a review.” Forensic 

Sci. Int. 2003, Vol 132, Issue 1, pp.63-67. 

2004

1. Sandercock P., “Fire Cause and Fire Debris Analysis. A Review: 2001-2004,” 

INTERPOL, Lyon, France, 2004, pp. 32. 

2005
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1. Stauffer, E., “A Review of the Analysis of Vegetable Oil Residues from Fire Debris 

Samples: Spontaneous Ignition, Vegetable Oils and the Forensic Approach,” Journal of 

Forensic Sciences, Vol 50, 2005, pp. 1016–1032.

2006

1. Pert, A. D., Baron, M. G., and Birkett, J. W., “Review of Analytical Techniques for 

Arson Residues,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 51, No. 5, 2006, pp. 1033–1049.

2007

1. Zadora G., Borusiewicz R., “Fire Cause and Fire Debris Analysis. A review: 2004-2007,” 

INTERPOL, Lyon, France, 2007, pp. 35. 

 2008

1. Lentini, J. J., “Review of Fire Debris Analysis,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 53,

No. 4, 2008, pp. 1012.

2. Sandercock, P. M. L., “Fire Investigation and Ignitable Liquid Residue Analysis – A

Review: 2001-2007,” Forensic Science International, Vol 176, 2008, pp. 93-110.

3. Wang, Y., McCaffrey, J., and Norwood, D. L., “Recent Advances in Headspace Gas 

Chromatography,” Journal of Liquid Chromatography and Related Technologies, Vol 31,

2008, pp. 1823-1851.

2010

1. Viitala, N., and Kakko, T., “Fire Cause and Fire Debris Analysis. Review: 2007-2010,” 

INTERPOL, Lyon, France, 2010, pp. 420–448.

2013

1. Viitala, N., and Hyyppä, M., “Fire Cause Investigation and Fire Debris Analysis. Review: 

2010 to 2013,” INTERPOL, Lyon, France, 2013, pp. 231–279. 

2014

1. Baerncopf, J., and Hutches, K., “A Review of Modern Challenges in Fire Debris 

Analysis,” Forensic Science International, Vol 244, 2014, pp. e12-e20. 

2015

1. Hendrikse, J., Grutters, M., and Schäfer, F., “Chapter 1,” Identifying Ignitable Liquids in 

Fire Debris, 1st ed., Academic Press, Elsevier, London, 2015, pp. 1-2.
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2016

1. Stauffer, E., “Fire Investigation and Debris Analysis, 2013 to 2016,” INTERPOL, Lyon, 

France, 2016, pp. 163–193. 

2017

1. ENFSI, “Best Practice Manual for the Investigation of Fire Scenes,” ENFSI–BPM-FEI01Version 02-June 2017.

2. NFPA® 921, Guide for Fire and Explosion Investigations, 2017 ed., National Fire and 

Protection Association, 2017.

2020

1. Sigman, M. E., and Williams, M. R., “Chemometric applications in fire debris analysis.” 

WIREs Forensic Sci. 2020; e1368.https://doi.org/10.1002/wfs2.1368

4 - Health & Safety 

1987

1. Levin, B. C., “A Summary of the NBS Literature Reviews on the Chemical Nature and 

Toxicity of the Pyrolysis and Combustion Products from Seven Plastics: AcrylonitrileButadiene-Styrenes (ABS), Nylons, Polyesters, Polyethylenes, Polystyrenes, Poly 

(VinylChlorides) and Rigid Polyurethane Foams,” Fire and Materials, Vol 11, 1987, pp. 

143-157.

1997

1. Lentini, J., and Armstrong, A., “Comparison of the Eluting Efficiency of Carbon 

Disulfide with Diethyl Ether: The Case for Laboratory Safety,” Journal of Forensic 

Sciences, Vol 42, No. 2, 1997, pp. 307-311.

2002

1. Massey, D., Du Pasquier, E., and Lennard, C., “Solent Desorption of Charcoal Strips 

(DFLEX®) in the Analysis of Fire Debris Samples: A Replacement of Carbon Disulfide,” 

Canadian Society of Forensic Sciences Journal, Vol 35, 2002, pp. 195–208.

5 - Scene Sampling

2006
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1. Mann, D., and Putaansuu, N., “Alternative Sampling Methods to Collect Ignitable Liquid 

Residues,” Fire and Arson Investigator, Vol 57, No. 1, 2006, pp. 43-46.

2007

1. Nowlan, M., Stuart, A., Basara, G., and Sandercock, P., “Use of a Solid Absorbent and an 

Accelerant Detection Canine for the Detection of Ignitable Liquids Burned in a Structure 

Fire,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 52, No. 3, 2007, pp. 643-648.

2012

1. Chi, J. H., “Metallographic Analysis and Fire Dynamics Simulation for Electrical Fire 

Scene Reconstruction,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 57, No. 1, 2012, pp. 246-249.

Available at http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/j.1556-4029.2011.01948.x/full.

2013

1. Chi, J.H., “Using Thermal Analysis Experiment and Fire Dynamics Simulator (FDS) to 

Reconstruct an Arson Fire Scene,” Journal of Thermal Analysis and Calorimetry, Vol 

113, No. 2, pp. 641-648. Available at https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s10973-

012-2764-x.

2. Spring, N.J., “Engineering of Arson Forensics and Fire Debris Investigation: The 

Scientific, Social, and Curricular Impact,” Dissertation, Arizona State University, 

Phoenix, AZ, 2013.

2016

1. Burda, K., Black, M., Djulamerovic, S., Darwen, K., and Hollier, K., “Field Test Kits for 

Collection of Ignitable Liquids and Ignitable Liquid Residues Used by the NSW Fire 

Scene Investigators,” Forensic Science International, Vol 264, 2016, pp. 70-81. 

Available at http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0379073816301049.

2. Chi, J. H., and Peng, P. C., “Application of Investigation Techniques to Identify an Arson 

Fire,” Journal of the Chinese Institute of Engineers, Vol 39, No. 5, pp. 578-584. 

Available at http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/02533839.2016.1146087.

3. Hall, S., White, G., and Gautam, L., “The Development of a Novel Adsorbent for 

Collecting Ignitable Liquid Residues from a Fire Scene,” Journal of Analytical and

Applied Pyrolysis, Vol 122, 2016, pp. 304-314. Available at 

http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0165237016303035.

4. Leary, P. E., Dobson, G. S., and Reffner, J. A., “Development and Applications of 

Portable Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry for Emergency Responders, the 

Military, and Law-Enforcement Organizations,” Applied Spectroscopy, Vol 70, No. 5, 
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2016, pp. 888-896. Available at 

http://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/0003702816638294.

5. Visotin, A., and Lennard, C., “Preliminary Evaluation of a Next-Generation Portable Gas 

Chromatograph Mass Spectrometer (GC-MS) for the On-Site Analysis of Ignitable 

Liquid Residues,” Australian Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 48, No. 2, 2016, pp. 203-

221. Available at http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/00450618.2015.1045554.

2018

1. Henneberg, M. L., and Morling, N. R., “Unconfirmed accelerants: controversial evidence 

in fire investigations,” The International Journal of Evidence & Proof, 2018; 22 (1):45-

67. Available at http://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/1365712717746419

2. Xie, D., Wang, W., Lv., S., and Deng, S., “Visual and Oxide Analysis for Identification 

of Electrical Fire Scene.” Forensic Science International 2018.

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0379073818300070

2019

1. Harrison, K., “The Application of Archaeological Techniques to Forensic Fire Scenes.”

Forensic Archaeology, 2019. Available at: https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-

3-030-03291-3_10

2. Ljungkvist, E., and Thomsen, B., “Interpretation of a fire scene with ultraviolet light: An 

assessment of the possible utilisation of ultraviolet light at fire scenes and subsequent 

recommendations for procedures.” Forensic Science International, 2019; 297:284-292.

Available at: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0379073819300556

3. Lam, R., Lennard, C., Kingsland, G., Johnstone, P., Symons, A., Wythes, L., Fewtrell, J., 

O’Brien, D., and Spikmans, V., (2019): “Rapid onsite identification of hazardous organic 

compounds at fire scenes using person-portable gas chromatography-mass spectrometry 

(GC-MS)—part 1: air sampling and analysis.” Forensic Sciences Research, 

DOI:10.1080/20961790.2019.1654205. https://doi.org/10.1080/20961790.2019.1654205

6 - Packaging and Containers 

1978

1. DeHaan, J. D., “Arson Evidence Packaging,” Arson Analysis Newsletter, Vol 2, No. 3, 

1978, pp. 9-13.

1981

1. DeHaan, J. D., and Skalsky, F., “Evaluation of Kapak Plastic Pouches,” Arson Analysis

Newsletter, Vol 5, No. 1, 1981, pp. 6-11.
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1983

1. Tontarski, R. E., “Evaluation of Polyethylene Containers Used to Collect Evidence for 

Accelerant Detection,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 28, No. 2, 1983, pp. 440-445.

1988

1. Dietz, W. R., and Mann, D. C., “Contamination Problem within Polyester Bags,”

Newsletter of the Midwestern Association of Forensic Scientists, Vol 17, No. 3, 1988.

2. Dietz, W. R., and Mann, D.C., “Evidence Contaminated by Polyester Bags,” Scientific 

Sleuthing Review, Vol 12, No. 3, 1988, pp. 5-6.

3. Potts, M., “Contaminant in KAPAK Bags,” TIELINE 88, Vol 13, No. 1, 1988, pp. 17-27.

1990

1. Tsaroom, S., Elkayam, R., Natanyan, S., and Frenkel, M., “Evaporation of Gasoline and 

Kerosene from Polyethylene Containers,” Fire and Arson Investigator, Vol 40, No. 3, 

1990, pp. 21-23.

1991

1. Dietz, W., “Improved Charcoal Packaging for Accelerant Recovery by Passive 

Diffusion,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 36, No. 1, 1991, pp. 111-121.

2. Kinard, W., and Midkiff, C., “Arson Evidence Container Evaluation; New Generation 

Kapak Bags,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 36, No. 6, 1991, pp. 1714-1719.

1994

1. Demers-Kohls, J. F., Ouderkirk, S. L., Buckle, J. L., Norman, E. W., Cartwright, N. S.,

and Dagenais, C., “An Evaluation of Different Evidence bags Used for Sampling and 

Storage of Fire Debris,” Canadian Society of Forensic Science Journal, Vol 27, No. 3, 

1994, pp. 143-170.

2000

1. Mann, D. C., “In Search of the Perfect Container for Fire Debris Evidence,” Fire and 

Arson Investigator, Vol 50, No. 3, 2000, pp. 21-25.

2001
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1. Kocisko, M., “Absorption of Ignitable Liquids into Polyethylene/polyvinylidine 

Dichloride Bags,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 46, No. 2, pp. 356–362.

2007

1. Williams, M. R., and Sigman, M., “Performance Testing of Commercial Containers for 

Collection and Storage of Fire Debris Evidence,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 52, 

No. 3, 2007, pp. 579-585.

2008

1. Henry, C. L., “Study of Nylon Bags for Packaging Fire Debris,” CAC News, Vol 4, 2008,

pp. 30-32.

2012

1. Borusiewicz, R., “Comparison of New Ampac Bags and Fire Debris Pak Bags as 

Packaging for Fire Debris Analysis,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 57, No. 4, 2012, 

pp. 1059-1063.

2. Grutters, M. M. P., Dogger, J., and Hendrikse, J. N., “Performance Testing of the New 

AMPAC Fire Debris Bag Against Three Other Commercial Fire Debris Bags,” Journal of 

Forensic Sciences, Vol 57, No. 5, pp. 1290-1298.

2016

1. Borusiewicz, R., and Kowalski, R., “Volatile Organic Compounds in Polyethylene Bags: 

A Forensic Perspective,” Forensic Science International, Vol 266, 2016, pp. 462-468.

Available at http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0379073816303140.

7 - Laboratory Sampling 

1976

1. Yip, H., and Clair, E., “A Rapid Analysis of Accelerants in Fire Debris,” Canadian 

Society of Forensic Science Journal, Vol 9, No. 2, pp. 75-80.

1977

1. Twibell, J., and Home, J., “Novel Method for Direct Analysis of Hydrocarbons in Crime 

Investigation and Air Pollution Studies,” Nature, Vol 268, No. 1, 1977, pp. 711–713. 

1979

1. Chrostowski, J., and Holmes, R., “Collection and Determination of Accelerant Vapours,”

Arson Analysis Newsletter, Vol 3, No. 5, Systems Engineering Associates, Columbus, 

OH, 1979.
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 1981

1. Russell, L. W., “The Concentration and Analysis of Volatile Hydrocarbons in Fire Debris 

using Tenax-GC,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 21, 1981, pp. 317.

2. Twibell, J., Home, J., and Smalldon, K., “A Splitless Curie Point Pyrolysis Capillary inlet

System for Use with the Adsorption Wire Technique of Vapour Analysis,” 

Chromatographia, Vol 14, No. 6, 1981, pp. 366–370. 

1982

1. Juhala, J. A., “A Method for Adsorption of Flammable Vapors by Direct Insertion of 

Activated Charcoal into the Debris Samples,” Arson Analysis Newsletter, Vol 6, No. 2, 

1982, pp. 32.

2. Lentini, J., and Waters, L.V., "Isolation of Accelerant-like Residues from Roof Shingles 

Using Headspace Concentration," Arson Analysis Newsletter, Vol 6, No. 3, 1982, pp. 48-

55.

3. Twibell, J., Home, J., and Smalldon, K., “A Comparison of the Relative Sensitivities of 

the Adsorption Wire and Other Methods for the Detection of Accelerant Residues in Fire 

Debris,” Journal of the Forensic Science Society, Vol 22, No. 2, 1982, pp. 155-159.

4. Saferstein, R., and Park, S. “Application of Dynamic Headspace Analysis to Laboratory 

and Field Arson Investigations,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 27, No. 3, 1982, pp. 

484-494.

1983

1. Andrasko, J., “The Collection and Detection of Accelerant Vapors using Porous 

Polymers and Curie Point Pyrolysis Wires Coated with Active Carbon,” Journal of 

Forensic Sciences, Vol 28, No. 2, 1983, pp. 330-344.

1984

1. Higgins, K., Higg, M., Oakes, C., and Braverman, S., “High-Speed Extraction of 

Accelerants from Arson Debris.” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 29, No. 3, 1984, pp. 

874-880.

2. Kurz, M. E., Jakacki, J., and McCaskey, B., "Effects of Container Size and Volatility on 

Relative Detectability of Accelerants by Purge and Trap vs Heated Headspace Method," 

Arson Analysis Newsletter, Vol 8, No. 1, 1984, pp. 1-14; National Fire and Arson Report, 

Vol 3, No. 1, 1984, pp. 8-10.

 1985
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1. Tontarski, R. E., “Using Absorbents to Collect Hydrocarbon Accelerants from Concrete,” 

Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol. 30, No.4, 1985, pp. 1230-1232.

1986

1. Aldridge, T. A., and Oates, M., "Fractionation of Accelerants and Arson Residues by 

Solid Phase Extraction," Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 31, No. 2, 1986, pp. 666-686.

2. Reeve, V., Jeffery, J., Weihs, D., and Jennings, W., "Developments in Arson Analysis: A 

Comparison of Charcoal Adsorption and Direct Headspace Injection Techniques Using 

Fused Silica Capillary Gas Chromatography," Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 31, No. 

2, 1986, pp. 479-488.

1987

1. Kobus, H., Kirkbride, K., and Maehly, A., “An Adsorption Sampling Method Combined 

with Capillary Column Gas Chromatography and Cryogenic Focusing for Trace Analysis 

of Volatile Organic Compounds,” Journal of the Forensic Science Society, Vol 27, No. 5, 

1987, pp. 307-314.

1988

1. Stackhouse, C., and Gray, C., “Alternative Methods for Processing Arson Samples in 

Polyester Bags,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 33, No. 2, pp. 515-526.

1989

1. Buckleton, J. S., Bettany, B. L. and Walsh, K. A. J., “A Problem of Hydrocarbon Profile 

Modification by Charcoal,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol. 34, No. 2, 1989, pp. 449-

453

 1990

1. Bertsch, W., and Zhang, Q., “Sample Preparation for the Chemical Analysis of Debris in 

Suspect Arson Cases,” Analytica Chimica Acta, Vol 236, 1990, pp. 183–195.

2. Bishop, R. W., and Valis, R. J., “A Laboratory Evaluation of Sorbent Tubes for Use with 

a Thermal Desorption Gas Chromatography-Mass Selective Detection Technique,” 

Journal of Chromatographic Science, Vol 28, No. 11, 1990, pp. 589-593.

3. Hindshaw, J.V., "Headspace Sampling," LC-GC, Vol 8, No. 5, 1990, pp. 362-368.

4. Kostiainen, R., "Effect of Operating Parameters in Purge-and-Trap GC-MS of Polar and 

Non-Polar Organic Compounds,” Chromatographia, Vol 38, No. 11-12, pp. 709-714.

5. Tranthim-Fryer, D., “The Application of a Simple and Inexpensive Modified Carbon 

Wire Adsorption/Solvent Extraction Technique to the Analysis of Accelerants and 
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Volatile Organic Compounds in Arson Debris,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 35, 

No. 2, 1990, pp. 271-280.

1991

1. Caddy, B., Smith, F. P., and Macy, J. “Methods of Fire Debris Preparation for 

Determination of Accelerants,” Forensic Science Review, Vol 3, No. 1, 1991, pp. 57–69.

2. Dietz, W. R., “Improved Charcoal Packaging for Accelerant Recovery by Passive 

Diffusion,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 36, No. 1, 1991, pp.111-121.

3. Ettre, L. S., and Kolb, B., "Headspace-Gas Chromatography: The Influence of Sample 

Volume on Analytical Results," Chromatographia, Vol 32, No. 1-2, 1991, pp. 5-12.

4. Smith, C. B. and Macy, J., “Methods of Fire Debris Preparation for Detection of 

Accelerants,” Forensic Science Review, Vol. 3, No. 1, June 1991, pp. 58-69.

1992

1. Noedel, M. L., and Mann, D. C., "Variations on Charcoal Strip Exposure for 

Adsorption/Elution Recovery of Flammable Liquids," Presented: 44th Meeting AAFS 

New Orleans, LA, February 17-22, 1992, Abstract # B28.

2. Tindall, R., and Dietz, W. R., "The Effects of Time, Temperature, Strip Size and 

Concentration in the Use of Activated Charcoal Strips in Fire Debris Analysis" 

Presented: 44th Annual Meeting AAFS, New Orleans, LA, February 17-22, 1992,

Abstract # B86.

3. Tindall, R., and Dietz, W.R., "Physical and Chemical Factors Influencing the Recovery 

of Accelerants from Activated Charcoal Strips," Presented: 44th Annual Meeting AAFS,

New Orleans, LA, February 17-22, 1992, Abstract # B87.

1993

1. Waters, L.V., Palmer, L. A., “Multiple Analysis of Fire Debris Samples Using Passive 

Headspace Concentration,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol. 38, No. 1, 1993, pp. 165-

183. 

1994

1. Demers-Kohls, J. F., Ouderkirk, S. L., Buckle, J. L., Norman, W. E., Cartwright, N. S., 

and Dagenais, C., “Evaluation of the DFLEX Device for Fire Debris Analysis,” 

Canadian Society of Forensic Science Journal, Vol 27, No. 3, 1994, pp. 99-123.

2. Fultz, M. L., "The Effect of Sample Preparation on the Identification of Class 4 and Class 

5 Petroleum Products," Presented: 46th Annual Meeting AAFS San Antonio, TX,

February 14-19, 1994, Abstract # B84.
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3. Kärkkäinen, M., Seppälä, I., and Himberg, K., “Detection of Trace Levels of Gasoline in 

Arson Cases by Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry with an Automatic On-Line 

Thermal Desorber,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 39, No. 1, 1994, pp. 186-193.

4. McCaffrey, C. A., and MacLachlan, J. “Adsorbent Tube Evaluation for the 

Preconcentration of Volatile Organic Compounds in Air for Analysis by Gas 

Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry,” Analyst, Vol 119, No. 5, 1994, pp. 897-902.

5. Phelps, J. L., Chasteen, C. E., and Render, M. M., “Extraction and Analysis of Low 

Molecular Weight Alcohols and Acetone from Fire Debris Using Passive Headspace 

Concentration,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol. 39, No. 1, 1994, pp. 194-206.

6. Sandercock, P. M. L., “Comparison of Passive Charcoal Adsorption with a Dynamic 

Charcoal Adsorption Technique,” Canadian Society of Forensic Science Journal, Vol. 

27, No. 3, 1994, pp. 179-201.

7. Tindall, R. and Dietz, W. R. "Effects of Elution Techniques on the Desorption of 

Activated Charcoal Strips in Fire Debris Analysis," Presented: 46th Annual Meeting 

AAFS San Antonio, TX, February 14-19, 1994, Abstract # B38.

1995

1. Frontela, L., Pozas, J. A., and Picabea, L. "A Comparison of Extraction and Adsorption 

Methods for the Recovery of Accelerants from Arson Debris," Forensic Science

International, Vol 75, No. 1, 1995, pp. 11-23.

2. Furton, K., Bruna, J., and Almirall, J., “A Simple, Inexpensive, Rapid, Sensitive and 

Solventless Technique for the Analysis of Accelerants in Fire Debris Based on SPME,”

Journal of Separation Science, Vol 18, No. 10, 1995, pp. 625-629.

1996

1. Almirall, J., Bruna, J., and Furton, K., “The Recovery of Accelerants in Aqueous 

Samples from Fire Debris using Solid-Phase Microextraction (SPME),” Science & 

Justice, Vol 36, No. 4, 1996, pp. 283-287.

2. Askari, M. D. F., Maskarinec, M. P., Smith, S. M., Beam, P. M., and Travis, C. C.,

“Effectiveness of Purge – and – Trap for Measurement of Volatile Organic Compounds 

in Aged Soils,” Analytical Chemistry, Vol 68, No. 19, 1996, pp. 3431-3433.

3. Furton, K., Almirall, J., and Bruna, J., “A Novel Method for the Analysis of Gasoline 

from Fire Debris using Headspace Solid-Phase Microextraction,” Journal of Forensic 

Sciences, Vol 41, No. 1, 1996, pp. 12-22. 
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4. Newman, R. T., Dietz, W. R., and Lothridge, K., "The Use of Activated Charcoal Strips 

for Fire Debris Extractions by Passive Diffusion. Part 1: The Effects of Time, 

Temperature, Strip Size, and Sample Concentration" Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 

41, No. 3, 1996, pp. 361-370.

5. Steffen, A., and Pawliszyn, J., “Determination of Liquid Accelerants in Arson Suspected 

Fire Debris using Headspace Solid-Phase Microextraction,” Analytical Communications, 

Vol 33, No. 4, 1996, pp. 129-131.

1997

1. Lentini, J. J., Armstrong, A. T. “Comparison of the Eluting Efficiency of Carbon 

Disulfide with Diethyl Ether: The Case for Laboratory Safety,” Journal of Forensic 

Sciences, Vol. 42, No. 2, 1997, pp. 307-311.

2. Sandercock, P. M. L. “Retention of Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Samples on Charcoal: 

Evaluation of Long Term Preservation of Petroleum Residues,” Canadian Society of 

Forensic Science Journal, Vol. 30, No. 4, 1997, pp. 219-224. 

3. Wang, J., Almirall, J. R., and Furton, K.G., "Variables Influencing the Recovery of the 

Ignitable Liquid Residues from Simulated Fire Debris Samples Using Solid-Phase 

Microextraction," Presented: 214th ACS National Meeting Los Vegas, NV, September 7-

11, 1997, ANAL #28.

1999

1. Bertsch, W., and Ren, Q. “Contemporary Sample Preparation Methods for the Detection 

of Ignitable Liquids in Suspect Arson Cases”, Forensic Science Review, Vol 11, No. 2, 

1999, pp. 141-156.

2. Ren, Q., and Bertsch, W., “A Comprehensive Sample Preparation Scheme for 

Accelerants in Suspect Arson Cases,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 44, No. 3, 1999, 

pp. 504-515.

2000

1. Almirall, J., Wang, J., Lothridge, K., and Furton, K. “The Detection and Analysis of 

Ignitable Liquid Residues Extracted from Human Skin using SPME/GC,” Journal of 

Forensic Sciences, Vol 45, No. 2, 2000, pp. 453-461.

2. Furton, K. G., Almirall, J. R., Wang, M., Bi, J., and Wu, L. “Application of Solid-Phase 

Microextraction to the Recovery of Explosives and Ignitable Liquid Residues from 

Forensic Specimens,” Journal of Chromatography A, Vol 885, 2000, pp. 419-432.

2001
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1. Newman, R., and Dolan, J., “Solvent Options for the Desorption of Activated Charcoal in 

Fire Debris Analysis,” Proceedings of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences, 

February 2001, Seattle, WA, AAFS 2001, pp. 63.

2002

1. Almirall, J. R., and Furton, K. G. “New Developments in Sampling and Sample 

Preparation for Forensic Analysis,” Chapter 27, Pawliszyn, J., Ed., Comprehensive 

Analytical Chemistry, Vol 37, Elsevier Science, 2002.

2. Massey, D., Du Pasquier, E., and Lennard, C., “Solvent Desorption of Charcoal Strips 

(DFLEX ) in the Analysis of Fire Debris Samples: Replacement of Carbon Disulfide,” 

Canadian Society of Forensic Science Journal, Vol 35, No. 4, 2002, pp. 195-207.

3. Snow, N. H., and Slack, G.C., “Head-Space Analysis in Modern Gas 

Chromatography.” TrAC, Trends in Analytical Chemistry, Vol 21, 2002, pp. 608–617.

2003

1. Harris, A. C. and Wheeler, J. F., “GC-MS of Ignitable Liquids using Solvent-Desorbed 

SPME for Automated Analysis,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 48, No. 1, 2003, 

pp. 41–46.

2. Kwon, M., Hong, S., and Choi, H., “Sampling of Highly Volatile Accelerants at the Fire 

Scene,” Canadian Society of Forensic Science Journal, Vol 36, No. 4, 2003, pp. 197–

205.

3. Lloyd, J. A., Edmiston, P. L., “Preferential Extraction of Hydrocarbons from Fire Debris 

Samples by Solid Phase Microextraction,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 48, No. 1, 

2003, pp. 130–134.

2005

1. Williams, M. R., Fernandes, D., Bridge, C., Dorrien, D., Elliott, S., and Sigman, M.,

“Adsorption Saturation and Chromatographic Distortion Effects on Passive Headspace

Sampling with Activated Charcoal in Fire Debris Analysis,” Journal of Forensic 

Sciences, Vol 50, No. 2, 2005, pp. 1-10.

2006

1. Mann, D. C., and Putaansuu, N. D., “Alternative Sampling Methods to Collect Ignitable 

Liquid Residues from Non-Porous Areas such as Concrete,” Fire and Arson Investigator, 

Vol 57, 2006, pp. 43–46.

2. Pert, A. D., Baron, M. G., and Birkett, J. W., “Review of Analytical Techniques for 

Arson Residues,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 51, No. 5, 2006, pp. 1033-1049.
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2007

1. Borusiewicz, R., and Janina Zieba-Palus, J., “Comparison of the Effectiveness of Tenax 

TA® and Carbotrap 300® in Concentration of Flammable Liquids Compounds,” Journal 

of Forensic Sciences, Vol 52, No. 1, 2007, pp. 70–74.

 2008

1. Kuk, R. J., and Spagnola, M. V., “Extraction of Alternative Fuels from Fire Debris 

Samples,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol. 53, No. 5, 2008, pp. 1123-1129.

2. Stauffer, E., Dolan, J., and Newman, R., Fire Debris Analysis, Elsevier, Inc., Burlington, 

MA, 2008, pp. 377-437. 

3. Yoshida, H., Kaneko, T., and Suzuki, S. “A Solid Phase Microextraction Method for the 

Detection of Ignitable Liquids,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 53, No. 3, 2008, pp. 

668-676. 

2010

1. Baechler, S., Comment, S., and Delémont, O., “Extraction and Concentration of Vapors 

from Fire Debris for Forensic Purposes: Evaluation of the use of Radiello Passive Air 

Sampler,” Talanta, Vol 82, 2010, pp. 1247–1253. 

2. Montani, I., Comment, S., and Delemont, O. “The Sampling of Ignitable Liquids on

Suspects Hands,” Forensic Science International, Vol 194, 2010, pp. 115–124.

3. Olesen, B., “An Economical Method for Static Headspace Enrichment for Arson 

Analysis,” Journal of Chemical Education, Vol 87, No. 3, 2010, pp. 314-315. Available 

at http://pubs.acs.org/doi/abs/10.1021/ed800078b.

4. Sanagi, M. M., Basri, R. S., Miskam, M., Ibrahim, W., Kalthom, U., Hassan, A., and 

Aboul-Enein, Y., “Headspace Single Drop Microextraction for the Analysis of Fire 

Accelerants in Fire Debris Samples,” Analytical Letters, Vol 43, 2010, pp. 2257–2266.

5. Ueta, I., Saito, Y., Teraoka, K., Matsuura, H., Fujimura, K., and Jinno, K. “Novel Fire 

Investigation Technique Using Needle Extraction in Gas Chromatography,” Analytical 

Sciences, Vol 26, No. 11, 2010, pp. 1127-1132. Available at 

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/21079340.

2014

1. Cacho, C. L., Campillo, N., Aliste, M., Vinas, P., and Hernandez-Cordoba, M., 

“Headspace Sorptive Extraction for the Detection of Combustion Accelerants in Fire 

Debris,” Forensic Science International, Vol 238, 2014, pp. 26-32.
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2. Rodgers, C. L., St. Pierre, K. A., and Hall, A. B., “Recovery of Oxygenated Ignitable 

Liquids by Zeolites, Part II: Dual-Mode Heated Passive Headspace Extraction,” Forensic 

Science International, Vol 240, 2014, pp. 144-150. 

3. Smale, T., Arthur, I., and Royds, D., “A Comparison of Techniques for Extracting 

Ignitable Liquid Residue from Concrete,” Australian Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 

46, No. 2, 2014, pp. 216-223. Available at 

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4. St. Pierre, K. A., Desiderio, V. J., and Hall, A. B. “Recovery of Oxygenated Ignitable 

Liquids by Zeolites, Part I: Novel Extraction Methodology in Fire Debris Analysis,” 

Forensic Science International, Vol 240, 2014, pp. 137-143. Available at 

http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0379073814000784.

2016

1. Sandercock, P. M. L., “Passive Headspace Extraction of Ignitable Liquids using 

Activated Carbon Cloth,” Canadian Society of Forensic Science Journal, Vol 49, No. 4,

2016, pp. 176-188. Available at 

http://www.tandfonline.com/doi/abs/10.1080/00085030.2016.1189226.

8 - Laboratory Analysis

1960

1. Lucas, D.M., “The Identification of Petroleum Products in Forensic Science by Gas 

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1968

1. Ettling B., and Adams, M., “The Study of Accelerant Residues in Fire Remains,” Journal 

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1970

1. Leung, K., and Yip, H., “Rapid Identification of Light Petroleum Products by Gas 

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1977

1. Hrynchuk, R., Cameron, R., and Rodgers, P., “Vacuum Distillation for the Recovery of 

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2. Mach, M., “Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry of Simulated Arson Residue Using 

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1976

1. Yip, I. H. L., and Clair, E. G., “A Rapid Analysis of Accelerants in Fire Debris,” 

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1978

1. Armstrong, A., and Wittkower, R., “Identification of Accelerants in Fire Residues by 

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1981

1. Bryce, K. L., Stone, I. C., and Daugherty, K.E., “Analysis of Fire Debris by Nuclear 

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1984

1. Frenkel, M., Tsaroom, S., Aizenshtat, Z., Kraus, S., and Daphna, D. “Enhanced 

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1986

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Headspace Screening of Fire Debris,” Canadian Society of Forensic Science Journal, Vol 

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1987
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1. Alexander, J., Mashak, G., Kapitan, N., and Siegel, J. A., “Fluorescence of Petroleum 

Products II: Three-Dimensional Fluorescence Plots of Gasoline,” Journal of Forensic 

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2. Bhattacharya, A.; Sen Gupta, P. K. and Basu, A. "Recovery and Detection of Petroleum 

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3. Mann, D. C., “Comparison of Automotive Gasolines Using Capillary Gas 

Chromatography I: Comparison Methodology,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol. 32, 

No. 3, 1987, pp. 606-615.

4. Mann, D. C., “Comparison of Automotive Gasolines Using Capillary Gas 

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1988

1. Kimura, K., Nagata, T., Hara, K., Kageura, K. “Gasoline and Kerosene Components in 

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1990

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Zeitschrift fuer Rechtsmedizin, Vol 103, 1990, pp. 567–572.

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Methods in Forensic Chemistry, Ellis Wood, New York, 1990.

3. Wineman, P. L. and Fultz, M. L. "A GC/MS Procedure for Detecting-Petroleum Derived 

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Adelaide, Australia, October 22-29, 1990, Abstract $ FE53.

1991

1. Keto, R. O., and Wineman, P. L. “Detection of Petroleum-Based Accelerants in Fire 

Debris by Target Compound Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry,” Analytical

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1992
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1. Fultz, M. L., and DeHaan, J. D. “Gas Chromatography in Arson and Explosives 

Analysis,” Chapter 5, Gas Chromatography in Forensic Science, Tebbett, I., Ed., Ellis 

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2. Schmierbach, D., and Smith, C. G. "Isolation and Identification of Isoparaffins in Arson 

Debris," Presented: 44th Meeting AAFS New Orleans, LA, February 17-22, 1992,

Abstract # B23.

3. Vella, A. “Arson Investigation using the Ion Trap Detector,” Journal of Forensic Science 

Society, Vol 32, No. 2, 1992, pp. 131-142.

1993

1. Waters, L., and Palmer, L. “Multiple Analysis of Fire Debris Samples using Passive Head 

Space Concentration,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 38, No. 1, 1993, pp. 165-183.

1994

1. Jayatilaka, A., and Poole, C. F. “Identification of Petroleum Distillates from Fire Debris 

using Multidimensional Gas Chromatography,” Chromatographia, Vol 39, No. 3/4, 

1994, pp. 200-209. 

2. Karkkainen, M., Seppala, I., and Himberg, K., “Detection of Trace Levels of Gasoline in 

Arson Cases by Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry with an Automatic On-Line 

Thermal Desorber,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 39, No. 1, 1994, pp. 186-193.

3. Keto, R. O., and Wineman, P. L., “Target-Compound Method for the Analysis of 

Accelerant Residues in Fire Debris,” Analytica Chimica Acta, Vol 288, 1994, pp. 97–110.

4. Sheff, L. M., and Siegel, J.A., "Fluorescence of Petroleum Products V: ThreeDimensional Fluorescence Spectroscopy and Capillary Gas Chromatography of Neat and 

Evaporated Gasoline Samples," Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 38, No. 5, 1994, pp. 

1201-1214.

1995

1. Dhole, V. R., and Ghosal, G. K., “Detection and Characterisation of Petroleum Based 

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1995, pp. 1767–1786.

2. Keto, R. O., “GC/MS Data Interpretation for Petroleum Distillate Identification in 

Contaminated Arson Debris,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 40, No. 3, 1995, pp.

412-423.
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3. Rochaix, V. T., Champod, C., and Lennard, C., “The Detection and Identification of 

Denatured Alcohol in Fire Debris Samples,” Advances in Forensic Sciences, Vol 3, Jacob 

& Bonte, Berlin, 1995, pp. 191-195.

4. Wang, Z., and Fingas, M., "Differentiation of the Source of Spilled Oil and Monitoring of 

the Oil Weathering Process Using Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry" Journal of 

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1997

1. Jackowski, J. “The Incidence of Ignitable Liquid Residues in Fire Debris as Determined 

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1998

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2. Mathiesen, M. D., and Lubeck, A. J., “Improving Accuracy in the Determination of 

Aromatics in Gasoline by Gas Chromatography - Mass Spectrometry,” Journal of 

Chromatographic Science, Vol 36, No. 9, 1998, pp. 449-456.

2000

1. Almirall, J. R., Wang, J., Lothridge, K., and Furton, K. G., “The Detection and Analysis 

of Ignitable Liquid Residues Extracted from Human Skin using SPME/GC,” Journal of

Forensic Sciences, Vol 45, No. 2, 2000, pp. 453–461. 

2. Furton, K. G., Almirall, J. R., Bi, M., Wang, J., and Wu, L., “Application of Solid-Phase 

Micro Extraction to the Recovery of Explosives and Ignitable Liquid Residues from 

Forensic Specimens,” Journal of Chromatography A, Vol 885, 2000, pp. 419-432.

3. Tan, B., Hardy, J. K., and Snavely, R. E., “Accelerant classification by gas 

chromatography/mass spectrometry and multivariate pattern recognition.” Anal. Chim. 

ACTA. 2000, 422, pp 37-46. 

4. Touron, P., Malaquin, P., Gardebas, D., and Nicolai, J., “Semi-Automatic Analysis of 

Fire Debris,” Forensic Science International, Vol 110, No. 1, 2000, pp. 7-18.

2002

1. DeVos, B. J., Froneman, M., Rohwer, E., and Sutherland, D. A. “Detection of Petrol 

(Gasoline) in Fire Debris by Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry/Mass 

Spectrometry (GC/MS/MS).” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 47, No. 4, 2002, pp. 1-

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2. Frysinger, G. S., and Gaines, R. B. “Forensic Analysis of Ignitable Liquids in Fire Debris 

by Comprehensive Two-Dimensional Gas Chromatography,” Journal of Forensic 

Sciences, Vol 47, No. 3, 2002, 47, 471–482.

3. Rella, R., Sturato, A., Parvoli, G., Ferrara, D., and Doretti, L., “Accelerant Identification 

in Fire Debris by TCT-GC-MS,” LC-GC Europe, Vol 15, No. 9, 2002, pp. 603-609.

2003

1. Dolan, J., “Recent Advances in the Application of Forensic Science to Fire Debris 

Analysis,” Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry, Vol 376, 2003, pp. 1168-1171.

2. Sutherland, D. A., Perr, J., and Almirall, J. “Identification of Ignitable Liquid Residues in 

Fire Debris by GC/MS/MS,” Chapter 5, Advances in Forensic Applications of Mass 

Spectrometry, 3rd ed., Yinon, Y., Ed., CRC Press, Boca Raton, USA, 2003.

2004

1. Barnes, A. T., Dolan, J. A., Kuk, R. J., and Siegel, J. A., “Comparison of Gasolines using 

Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry and Target Ion Response,” Journal of Forensic 

Sciences, Vol 49, No. 5, 2004, pp. 1-6.

2. Borusiewicz, R., Zadora, G., and Zieba-Palus, J. “Application of Headspace Analysis 

with Passive Adsorption for Forensic Purposes in the Automated Thermal DesorptionGas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry System,” Chromatographia, Vol 60, Supp.,

2004, pp. S133 - S142.

3. Dolan, J., “Analytical Methods for the Detection and Characterization of Ignitable Liquid 

Residues from Fire Debris,” Analysis and Interpretation of Fire Scene Evidence, 

Almirall, J. R., Furton, K. G., Eds., CRC Press, Boca Raton, FL, 2004.

2005

1. DeVos, B. J., “Gas Chromatography Coupled with Ion Trap Mass Spectrometry for 

Arson Fire Debris Analysis,” Chemistry, University of Pretoria, Pretoria, 2005, p. 21. 

2006

1. Pert, A. D., Baron, M. G., and Birkett, J. W. “Review of Analytical Techniques for Arson 

Residues,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 51, No. 5, 2006, pp. 1033–1049.

2. Varsney, K. M., and Sudhakar, P., “Simultaneous Detection of Petroleum Products and 

Their Residues in Arson by Single Programming Gas Chromatography,” Forensic

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2007

1. Rostad, C., and Hostettler, F., “Profiling Refined Hydrocarbon Fuels using Polar 

Components,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 8, No. 1-2, 2007, pp. 129-137.

2. Whyte, C., Wyche, K. P., Kholia, M., Ellis, A. M., and Monks, P. S., “Fast Fingerprinting 

of Arson Accelerants by Proton Transfer Reaction Time-of-Flight Mass Spectrometry,” 

International Journal of Mass Spectrometry, Vol 263, 2007, pp. 222–232. 

2008

1. Dolan, J., “Forensic Analysis of Fire Debris,” Handbook of Analytical Separations, Vol 

6, No. 26, 2008, pp. 873-922.

2. Barua, R., Chi, L-H., Fitzpatrick, R., Gillard, D., and Kostyniak, P. J., “Determination of 

Volatile Organic Compounds in Biological Samples Using Headspace Solid-Phase 

Microextraction and Gas Chromatography: Toluene and Styrene,” Journal of Analytical 

Toxicology, Vol 32, 2008, pp. 379-386.

3. Huppa, A. M., Marshall, L. J., Campbell, D. I., Waddell Smith, R., and McGuffin, V. L., 

“Chemometric Analysis of Diesel Fuel for Forensic and Environmental Applications,” 

Analytica Chimica Acta, Vol 606, 2008, pp. 159–171.

2009

1. Locke, A., Basara, G., and Sandercock, P., “Evaluation of Internal Standards for the 

Analysis of Ignitable Liquids in Fire Debris,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 54, No. 

2, 2009, pp. 320–327.

2. Lu, Y., Chen, P., and Harrington, P. “Comparison of Differential Mobility Spectrometry 

and Mass Spectrometry for Gas Chromatographic Detection of Ignitable Liquids from 

Fire Debris using Projected Difference Resolution,” Analytical and Bioanalytical 

Chemistry, Vol 394, No. 8, 2009, pp. 2061-2067.

2010

1. Aernecke, M. J., and Walt, D. R., “Detection and Classification of Ignitable Liquid 

Residues Using a Fluorescence-Based Vapor-Sensitive Microsphere Array,” Journal of 

Forensic Sciences, Vol 55, No. 1, 2010, pp. 178-184.

2. Baerncopf, J. M., McGuffin, V. L., and Waddell Smith, R. “Effect of Gas 

Chromatography Temperature Program on the Association and Discrimination of Diesel 

Samples,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol. 55, No. 1, 2010, pp. 185-193.
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3. Curran, A., Prada, P., and Furton, K., “The Differentiation of the Volatile Organic 

Signatures of Individuals through SPME-GC/MS of Characteristic Human Scent 

Compounds,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 55, No. 1, 2010, pp. 50-57.

2011

1. Choodum, A., and Nic Daeid, N., “Development and Validation of an Analytical Method 

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2012

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2. Hutches, K., and Lord, J., “A New Kind of Molotov? Gasoline–Pool Chlorinator 

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3. Kabir, A., and Furton, K. G., “Applications of Gas Chromatography in Forensic 

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2013

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3. Pahor, K., Olson, G., and Forbes, S. L., “Post-Mortem Detection of Gasoline Residues in 

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2014

1. Chan, W. P. “Evaluation of Commercial Products as Possible Sources of Oxygenates in 

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2. Ferreiro-González, M., Ayuso, M., Alvarez, J.A., Palma, M., and Barroso, C.G., “New 

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of a Headspace Solid-Phase Microextraction Method for the Analysis of Ignitable 

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4. Li, Y., Wang, L., Yan, J., Liang, D., and Shen, H., “Persistence Study on Gasoline 

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2015

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2. Ferreiro-González, M., Ayuso, J., Álvarez, J. A., Palma, M., and Barroso, C. G.,

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3. Ferreiro-González, M., Ayuso, J., Álvarez, J. A., Palma, M., and Barroso, C. G.,

“Gasoline Analysis by Headspace Mass Spectrometry and Near Infrared Spectroscopy,” 

Fuel, Vol 153, 2015, pp. 402-407. Available at 

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4. Martin-Alberca, C., García-Ruiz, C., and Delémont, O., “Study of Acidified Ignitable 

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Modifications in Acidified Ignitable Liquids Analysed by GC–MS,” Science & Justice, 

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2016
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2. Cheenmatchaya, A., and Kungwankunakorn, S., “The Detection of Residual Gasoline for 

Forensic Soil Investigation in Arson,” Australian Journal of Forensic Sciences, 2016, pp. 

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C. G., “Determination of Ignitable Liquids in Fire Debris: Direct Analysis by Electronic 

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4. Martin-Alberca, C., Ortega-Ojeda, F. E., and García-Ruiz, C., “Analytical Tools for the 

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6. McKinney, P. “Using Solid Phase Microextraction and Gas Chromatography/Mass 

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7. Nizio, K. D., Cochran, J. W., and Forbes, S. L., “Achieving a Near-Theoretical 

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8. Sampat, A. A. S., Lopatka, M., Vivó-Truyols, G., Schoenmakers, P. J., and van Asten, 

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9. Yang, Q., “GC-MS Analysis on the Trace Residue of Gasoline Combustion,” Procedia 

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2017

1. Choi, S., and Yoh, J. J., “Fire Debris Analysis for Forensic Fire Investigation Using Laser 

Induced Breakdown Spectroscopy (LIBS),” Spectrochimica Acta Part B: Atomic 

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2. DeHaan J. D., Taormina E. I., and Brien D. J., “Detection and Characterization of 

Volatile Organic Compounds from Burned Human and Animal Remains in Fire Debris,” 

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3. Ferreiro-González, M, Barbero, G. F., Ayuso, J., Álvarez, J. A., Palma, M, and Barroso, 

C. G., “Validation of an HS-MS Method for Direct Determination and Classification of 

Ignitable Liquids,” Microchemical Journal, Vol 132, 2017, pp. 358-364. Available at 

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4. Green, M. K., Kuk, R. J., and Wagner, J. R., “Collection and Analysis of Fire Debris 

Evidence to Detect Methamphetamine, Pseudoephedrine, and Ignitable Liquids in Fire 

Scenes at Suspected Clandestine Laboratories,” Forensic Chemistry, Vol 4, 2017, pp. 82-

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5. Kerr, T. J., Myers, L., and Duncan, K. L. “Raman Microspectroscopic Mapping: A Tool 

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2018

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2. Fabritius, M. M., Broillet, A., Konig, S., Weinmann, W., “Analysis of volatiles in fire 

debris by combination of activated charcoal strips (ACS) and automated thermal 

desorption – gas chromatography–mass spectrometry (ATD/GC–MS).” Forensic Science 

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2019

1. Aliano-Gonzalez, M. J., Ferreiro-Gonzalez, M., Barbero, G. F., and Palma, M., “Novel 

method based on ion mobility spectrometry sum spectrum for the characterization of 

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2. Dhabbah, A. M., “Investigation of Kerosene used as Fire Accelerant Remaining on 

Different Kinds of Fabrics.” Arab Journal of Forensic Sciences & Forensic Medicine 

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3. Frauenhofer, E., Cho, J., Yu, J., Al-Saigh, Z. Y., and Kim, J., “Adsorption of 

hydrocarbons commonly found in gasoline residues on household materials studied by 

inverse gas chromatography.” Journal of Chromatography A. 2019. Available at: 

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4. Leung, D., Forbes, S., and Maynard, P., “Volatile Organic Compound Analysis of 

Accelerant Detection Canine Distractor Odours.” Forensic Science International Vol. 

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5. Matos, M. P. V., Jackson, G. P., “Isotope ratio mass spectrometry in forensic science 

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6. Roberson, Z.R., and Goodpaster, J.V. “Preparation and characterization of micro-bore 

wall-coated open-tubular capillaries with low phase ratios for fast-gas chromatography–

mass spectrometry: Application to ignitable liquids and fire debris.” Science & Justice

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2001

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2003

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2004

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2009

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2013

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Linear Alkylbenzenes— Implications in Fire Debris Analysis,” Journal of Forensic 

Sciences, Vol 58, No. 1, 2013, pp. 210-216. Available at

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2. Kerr, T. J., Duncan, K. L., and Myers, L., “Application of Vibrational Spectroscopy 

Techniques for Material Identification from Fire Debris,” Vibrational Spectroscopy, Vol 

68, 2013, pp. 225-235.

3. Kerr, T., Duncan, K., and Myers, L., “Post Fire Materials Identification by Micro-Raman 

Spectroscopy and Principal Components Analysis,” Journal of Analytical and Applied 

Pyrolysis, Vol 102, 2013, pp. 103-113. Available at 

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4. Li. Y., Liang, D., and Shen, H., “An Analysis of Background Interference on Fire 

Debris.” Procedia Engineering, Vol 52, 2013, pp. 664-670. Available at 

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2014

1. Prather, K. R., Towner, S. E., McGuffin, V. L., and Waddell Smith, R., “Effect of 

Substrate Interferences from High-Density Polyethylene on Association of Simulated 

Ignitable Liquid Residues with the Corresponding Liquid,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, 
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2015

1. Borusiewicz, R., “Substrate Interferences in Identifying Flammable Liquids in Food, 

Environmental and Biological Samples: Case Studies,” Science & Justice, Vol 55, No. 3, 

2015, pp. 176-180. Available at 

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2. Brehe, R. “Overcoming Challenges in Fire Debris Analysis Caused by Evaporation 

[dissertation],” East Lansing, MI, Michigan State University, 2015.

3. Chakrabortty, A., Bagchi, S., and Chandra Lahiri, S., “Studies of Fire Debris from Bomb 

Blasts using Ion Chromatography, Gas Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry and 

Fluorescence Measurements – Evidence of Ammonium Nitrate, Wax-Based Explosives 

and Identification of a Biomarker,” Australian Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 47, No. 

1, 2015, pp. 83-94. Available at 

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4. Krüger, S., Deubel, J. H., Werrel, M., Fettig, I., and Raspe, T., “Experimental Studies on 

the Effect of Fire Accelerants during Living Room Fires and Detection of Ignitable 

Liquids in Fire Debris,” Fire and Materials, Vol 39, No. 7, 2015, pp. 636-646. Available 

at http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1002/fam.2263/full.

2016

1. Winters, K., and Evans, M., “The Effects of Burning and Mold Growth on the Chemical 

Composition of Firelog Fuels,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 61, No. 4, 2016, pp. 

1085-1092. Available at http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/1556-

4029.13080/full.

2. Zong, R., Liu, X., Li, F., and Ye, J., “Influence of Fire Accelerant on the Thermal 

Degradation and Ignition of Wood Chip,” Australian Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 

48, No. 5, 2016, pp. 538-548. Available at 

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2017

1. Birks H. L, Cochran A. R, Williams T. J, and Jackson G. P., “The Surprising Effect of 

Temperature on the Weathering of Gasoline,” Forensic Chemistry, Vol 4, 2017, pp. 32-

40. Available at http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2468170917300024.

2. Grafit, A., Avissar, Y. Y., Kimchi, S., and Muller, D., “A Preliminary Investigation into 

Background Interferences in Identifying Flammable Residues from Gloves,” Journal of 

Forensic Identification, Vol 67, No. 1, 2017, pp. 45-59.
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3. Martín-Alberca, C., Carrascosa, H., San Román, I., Bartolomé, L., García-Ruiz, C. “Acid 

alteration of several ignitable liquids of potential use in arsons.” Science & Justice, 2017.

Available at http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S1355030617301132

4. Turner, D. A., Williams, M., Sigman, M. A., and Goodpaster, J. V., “A Comprehensive 

Study of the Alteration of Ignitable Liquids by Weathering and Microbial Degradation,” 

Journal of Forensic Sciences, May 2017. Available at 

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2018

1. Aliaño-González, M. J., Ferreiro-González, M., Barbero, G. F., Ayuso, J., Palma, M., and

Barroso, C. G., “Study of the Weathering Process of Gasoline by eNose.” Sensors Open 

Access Journal 2018; 18(1):139.

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2019

1. Ji, B., Liu, S., and Wang, Y., “Effect of Combustion Residues of Typical Rubber 

Products on GC-MS Identification of Gasoline.” IOP Conf. Series: Materials Science and 

Engineering 2019; 585:012047. https://iopscience.iop.org/article/10.1088/1757-

899X/585/1/012047/pdf

2. Leung, D., Forbes, S., and Maynard, P., “Volatile Organic Compound Analysis of 

Accelerant Detection Canine Distractor Odours.” Forensic Science International Vol. 

303, October 2019. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.forsciint.2019.109953

2020

1. Hutches, K., Stevens N, Milleville, L., “Inherent Ignitable Liquids in New/Lightly Used 

Shoes.” Forensic Chemistry. Volume 18, May 2020, 100211.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.forc.2019.100211

2. Willis, I. C., Fan, Z., Davidson, J. T., and Jackson, G. P., “Weathering of ignitable liquids 

at elevated temperatures: a thermodynamic model, based on laws of ideal solutions, to 

predict weathering in structure fires.” Forensic Chemistry. 2020 Jan 13:100215.

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10 - Sources of Contamination

1997
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1. Kanppmeyer, K., and Yoshida, S., “Detection of Extinguishing Agents,” TIELINE, Vol 

21, No. 1-2, 1997, pp. 21-28.

1999

1. Lang, T. L., “A Study of Contamination in Fire Debris Containers,” Canadian Society of 

Forensic Science Journal, Vol 32, No. 2&3, 1999, pp. 75-83.

2000

1. Coulson, S., Morgan-Smith, R., and Noble, D., “The Effect of Compressed Air Foam on 

the Detection of Hydrocarbon Fuels in Fire Debris Samples,” Science & Justice, Vol 40, 

No. 4, 2000, pp. 257-260.

2. Lang, T. L., and Dixon, B. M., “The Possible Contamination of Fire Scenes by the Use of 

Positive Pressure Ventilation Fans,” Canadian Society of Forensic Science Journal, Vol

33, No.2, 2000, pp. 55-60.

2002

1. Koussiafes, M. P., “Evaluation of Fire Scene Contamination by Using Positive-Pressure 

Ventilation Fans,” Forensic Science Communications, Vol 4, No. 4, 2002. Available at 

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2004

1. Armstrong, A., Babrauskas, V., Holmes, D. L., Martin, C., Powell, R., Riggs, S., and 

Young, L. D. “The Evaluation of the Extent of Transporting or “Tracking” an Identifiable 

Ignitable Liquid (Gasoline) Throughout Fire Scenes during the Investigative 

Process,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 49, 2004, pp. 741–748; Journal of the

Canadian Association of Fire Investigators, 2004/2005, pp. 6–12.

2016

1. Belchior, F., Andrews, S. P. “Evaluation of Cross-contamination of Nylon Bags with 

Heavy-loaded Gasoline Fire Debris and with Automotive Paint Thinner,” Journal of 

Forensic Sciences, Vol 61, No. 6, 2016, pp. 1622-1631. Available at 

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2018

1. Falatova, B., Ferreiro-Gonzalez, M., Martin-Alberca, C., Kacikova, D., Galla, S., Palma,

M., and Barroso, G. “Effects of Fire Suppression Agents and Weathering in the Analysis 

of Fire Debris by HS-MS eNose.” Sensors 2018; 18 (6):1933. Available at 

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2019

1. Shinde, A. D., “Analysis of Fireground Contamination of Firefighting Turnouts using 

Headspace Sampling-Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry (HS-GC-MS).” 

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11 - Microbial Degradation

1981

1. Atlas, R. M., “Microbial Degradation of Petroleum Hydrocarbons; An Environmental 

Perspective,” Microbiological Reviews, Vol 45, No. 1, 1981, pp. 180-209.

1990

1. Mann, D. C. and Gresham, W. R., "Microbial Degradation of Gasoline in Soil," Journal 

of Forensic Sciences, Vol 35, No. 4, 1990, pp. 913-923.

1992

1. Kirkbride, K. P., Yap, S. M., Andrews, S., Pigou, P. E., Klass, G., Dinan, A. C., and 

Peddie, F. L., "Microbial Degradation of Petroleum Hydrocarbons: Implications for 

Arson Residue Analysis," Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 37, No. 6, 1992, pp. 1585-

1599.

1995

1. Huesemann, M. H., "Field Desorption Mass Spectroscopy Monitoring of Changes in 

Hydrocarbon Type Composition During Petroleum Biodegradation," Monitoring and 

Verification of Bioremediation, [Papers from the International In Situ and On-Site 

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1997

1. Hewitt, A. D. "Biodegradation of Volatile Organic Compounds in Soil Samples," 

American Environmental Laboratory, Vol 9, No. 7, 1997, pp. 1.

2000

1. Da Cunha, C. D., and Leite, S. G. F., “Gasoline Biodegradation in Different Soil 

Microcosms,” Brazilian Journal of Microbiology, Vol 31, No. 1, 2000, pp. 45-49.

2001
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1. Chalmers, J., Yan, S. X., Cassista, A., Hrynchuk, R., and Sandercock, P. M. L.,

“Degradation of Gasoline, Barbecue Starter Fluid and Diesel Fuel by Microbial Action in 

Soil,” Canadian Society of Forensic Science Journal, Vol 34, No. 2, 2001, pp. 49-62.

2009

1. Korpi, A., Järnberg, J., and Pasanen, A. L., “Microbial Volatile Organic Compounds,” 

Critical Reviews in Toxicology, Vol 39, No. 2, 2009; pp. 139-193.

2. Turner, D., and Goodpaster, J., “The Effects of Microbial Degradation on Ignitable 

Liquids,” Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry, Vol 394, No. 1, 2009, pp. 363-371.

2011

1. Turner, D., Goodpaster, J., “The Effect of Microbial Degradation on the 

Chromatographic Profiles of Tiki Torch Fuel, Lamp Oil and Turpentine,” Journal of

Forensic Sciences, Vol. 56, No. 4, 2011, pp. 984-987.

2012

1. Turner, D., and Goodpaster, J., “Comparing the Effects of Weathering and Microbial 

Degradation on Gasoline Using Principal Components Analysis,” Journal of Forensic 

Sciences, Vol. 57, No. 1, 2012, pp. 64-69.

2013

1. Hutches, K., “Microbial Degradation of Ignitable Liquids on Building Materials,” 

Forensic Science International, Vol 232, No. 1-3, 2013, pp. e38-e41.

2. Kindell, J. H., “Quantitative Assessment of the Effects of Microbial Degradation of a 

Simple Hydrocarbon Mixture [dissertation].” Orlando, FL: University of Central Florida, 

2015.

3. Turner, D. A., and Goodpaster, J. V., “The Effects of Season and Soil Type on Microbial 

Degradation of Gasoline Residues from Incendiary Devices,” Analytical and 

Bioanalytical Chemistry, Vol 405, No. 5, 2013, pp. 1593-1599.

4. Tverdovsky, A., “Microbial Biodegradation of Various Classes of Ignitable Liquids in 

Forensic Soil Samples [dissertation],” Boston, MA: Boston University, 2013.

2014

1. Burdulis, A., “A Statistical Evaluation of Six Classes of Hydrocarbons: Which Classes 

are Promising for Future Biodegraded Ignitable Liquid Research?” [Dissertation],

Boston, MA: Boston University, 2014.
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2. Turner, D. A., and Goodpaster, J. V., “Preserving Ignitable Liquid Residues on Soil using 

Triclosan as an Anti-Microbial Agent,” Forensic Science International, Vol 239, 2014, 

pp. 86-91. Available at

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3. Turner, D. A., Pichtel, J., Rodenas, Y., McKillip, J., and Goodpaster, J. V. K., “Microbial 

Degradation of Gasoline in Soil,” Journal of Bioremediation and Biodegradation, Vol 5,

2014, pp. 216.

2015

1. Turner, D. A., Pichtel, J., Rodenas, Y., McKillip, J., and Goodpaster, J. V., “Microbial 

Degradation of Gasoline in Soil: Effect of Season of Sampling,” Forensic Science 

International, Vol 251, 2015, pp. 69-67. Available at 

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 2017

1. Kindell, J. H., Williams. M.R., Sigman, M.E. “Biodegradation of Representative 

Ignitable Liquid Components on Soil.” Forensic Chemistry 2017. Available at 

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2. Turner, D. A., Williams, M., Sigman, M. A., and Goodpaster, J. V., “A Comprehensive 

Study of the Alteration of Ignitable Liquids by Weathering and Microbial Degradation,” 

Journal of Forensic Sciences, 2017. Available at 

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2018

1. Hutches, K., Hoult, J. “Practical Methods for Mitigating Microbial Degradation of 

Ignitable Liquids in Soil Samples.” Forensic Chemistry 2018; 8:95-103. Available at: 

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2468170918300031

12 - Comparison of Ignitable Liquids

1975

1. Cain, P., “Comparison of Kerosenes using Capillary Column Gas Liquid 

Chromatography,” Journal of the Forensic Science Society, Vol 15, No. 4, 1975, pp.

301-308.

2. Midkiff Jr., C. R., "Brand Identification and Comparison of Petroleum Products - A 

Complex Problem," Fire and Arson Investigator, Vol 26, No. 2, 1975, pp. 18-21.

1980 
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1. Frank, H., “Lead Alkyl Components as Discriminating Factors in the Comparison of 

Gasolines,” Journal of the Forensic Science Society, Vol 20, No. 4, 1980, pp. 285-292. 

1987

1. Mann, D., “Comparison of Automotive Gasolines using Capillary Gas Chromatography 

I: Comparison Methodology,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 32, No. 3, 1987, pp.

606-615.

2. Mann, D., “Comparison of Automotive Gasolines using Capillary Gas Chromatography 

II: Limitations of Automotive Gasoline Comparisons in Casework,” Journal of Forensic 

Sciences, Vol 32, No. 3, 1987, pp. 616-628.

1989

1. Hirz, R., “Gasoline Brand Identification and Individualization of Gasoline Lots,” Journal 

of the Forensic Science Society, Vol 29, No. 2, 1989, pp. 91-101. 

1991

1. Hirz, R., “Simulation of the Weathering of Gasolines using Gas Chromatographic 

Retention Data,” Journal of the Forensic Science Society, Vol 31, No. 3, 1991, pp. 

309-319. 

2. Hirz, R., and Rizzi, A., “Simulation of Concentration Changes in Complex Volatile 

Mixtures during Evaporation by using Gas Chromatography,” Chromatographia, Vol 31, 

No. 5/6, 1991, pp. 224-232. 

2002

1. Smallwood, B., Philp, R. P., and Allen, J., “Stable Carbon Isotopic Composition of 

Gasolines Determined by Isotope Ratio Monitoring Gas Chromatography Mass 

Spectrometry,” Organic Geochemistry, Vol 33, No. 2, 2002, pp. 149-159. 

2003

1. Sandercock, P. M. L., and Du Pasquier, E., “Chemical Fingerprinting of Unevaporated 

Automotive Gasoline Samples,” Forensic Science International, Vol 134, No. 1, 2003, 

pp. 1-10.

2004

1. Barnes, A., Dolan, J., Kuk, R., and Siegel, J., “Comparison of Gasolines using Gas 

Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry and Target Ion Response,” Journal of Forensic 

Sciences, Vol 49, No. 5, 2004, pp. 29-34.
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2. Sandercock, P. M. L., and Du Pasquier, E., “Chemical Fingerprinting of Gasoline: Part 2. 

Comparison of Unevaporated and Evaporated Automotive Gasoline Samples,” Forensic 

Science International, Vol 140, No. 1, 2004, pp. 43-59.

3. Sandercock, P. M. L., and Du Pasquier, E., “Chemical Fingerprinting of Gasoline: Part 3. 

Comparison of Unevaporated Automotive Gasoline Samples from Australia and New 

Zealand,” Forensic Science International, Vol 140, No. 1, 2004, pp. 71-77. 

2006

1. Sigman, M., and Williams, M., “Covariance Mapping in the Analysis of Ignitable Liquids 

by Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry,” Analytical Chemistry, Vol 78, No. 5, 2006, 

pp. 1713-1718. 

2007

1. Bodle, E., and Hardy, J., “Multivariate Pattern Recognition of Petroleum-Based 

Accelerants by Solid-Phase Microextraction Gas Chromatography with Flame Ionization 

Detection,” Analytica Chimica Acta, Vol 589, No. 2, 2007, pp. 247-254. 

2. Reardon, M., Allen, L., Bender, E., and Boyle, K., “Comparison of Motor Oils using 

High-Temperature Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry,” Journal of Forensic 

Sciences, Vol 52, No. 3, 2007, pp. 656-663. 

3. Rostad, C., and Hostettler, F., “Profiling Refined Hydrocarbon Fuels using Polar 

Components,” Environmental Forensics, Vol 8, No. 1-2, 2007, pp. 129-137. 

4. Sigman, M., Williams, M., and Ivy, R., “Individualization of Gasoline Samples by 

Covariance Mapping and Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry,” Analytical 

Chemistry, Vol 79, No. 9, 2007, pp. 3462-3468. 

2008

1. Hupp, A., Marshall, L., Campbell, D., Smith, R., and McGuffin, V., “Chemometric 

Analysis of Diesel Fuel for Forensic and Environmental Applications,” Analytica 

Chimica Acta, Vol 606, No. 2, 2008, pp. 159-171. 

2. O'Sullivan, G., and Kalin, R., “Investigation of the Range of Carbon and Hydrogen 

Isotopes within a Global Set of Gasolines,” Environmental Forensics, Vol 9, No. 2-3, 

2008, pp. 166-176. 

3. Petraco, N., Gil, M., Pizzola, P., and Kubic, T., “Statistical Discrimination of Liquid 

Gasoline Samples from Casework,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 53, No. 5, 2008, 

pp. 1092-1101. 
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2009

1. Marshall, L., McIlroy, J., McGuffin, V., and Smith, R., “Association and Discrimination 

of Diesel Fuels using Chemometric Procedures,” Analytical and Bioanalytical Chemistry, 

Vol 394, No. 8, 2009, pp. 2049-2059. 

2010

1. Mat Desa, W., Nic Daéid, N., Ismail, D., and Savage, K., “Application of Unsupervised 

Chemometric Analysis and Self-Organizing Feature Map (SOFM) for the Classification 

of Lighter Fuels,” Analytical Chemistry, Vol 82, No. 15, 2010, pp. 6395-6400.

2011

1. Mat-Desa, W., Ismail, D., and Nic Daéid, N., “Classification and Source Determination 

of Medium Petroleum Distillates by Chemometric and Artificial Neural Networks: A Self 

Organizing Feature Approach,” Analytical Chemistry, Vol 83, No. 20, 2011, pp. 7745-

7754.

2. Monfreda, M., and Gregori, A., “Differentiation of Unevaporated Gasoline Samples 

According to their Brands, by SPME-GC-MS and Multivariate Statistical Analysis,”

Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 56, No. 2, 2011, pp. 372-380.

2012

1. Heo, S. Y., Shin, W. J., Lee, S. W., Bong, Y. S., and Lee, K. S., “Using Stable Isotope 

Analysis to Discriminate Gasoline on the Basis of its Origin,” Rapid Communications in 

Mass Spectrometry, Vol 26, No. 5, 2012, pp. 517-522.

2. Li, S., and Dai, L. K., “Classification of Gasoline Brand and Origin by Raman 

Spectroscopy and a Novel R-Weighted LSSVM Algorithm,” Fuel, Vol 96, No. 1, 2012, 

pp. 146-152.

2013

1. Yang, Z., Hollebone, B., Wang, Z., Yang, C., Brown, C., and Landriault, M., “Forensic 

Identification of Spilled Biodiesel and its Blends with Petroleum Oil Based on 

Fingerprinting Information,” Journal of Separation Science, Vol 36, No. 11, 2013, pp.

1788-1796.

2014

1. Vergeer, P., Bolck, A., Peschier, L., Berger, C., and Hendrikse, J., “Likelihood Ratio 

Methods for Forensic Comparison of Evaporated Gasoline Residues,” Science & Justice, 

Vol 54, No. 6, 2014, pp. 401-411.
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13 - Data Handling and Interpretation 

National Center for Forensic Science – Ignitable Liquids Reference and Substrate Online 

Databases. Available at: http://ilrc.ucf.edu

1980

1. Loscalzo, P. J., DeForrest, P. R., and Chao, J. M., "A Study to Determine the Limit of 

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1981

1. Nowicki, J. F., "Control Samples in Arson Analysis," Arson Analysis Newsletter, Vol 5, 

No. 1, 1981, pp. 1-5.

2. Smith, R. M., “Arson Analysis by Mass Chromatography,” Analytical Chemistry, Vol 54, 

1982, pp. 1399A–1409A.

1982

1. Tontarski, R., and Strobel, R., “Automated Sampling and Computer-Assisted 

Identification of Hydrocarbon Accelerants,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 27, No. 3, 

1982, pp. 710-714.

1983

1. Bryson, B. R., "Open Minded," National Fire and Arson Report, Vol 2, No. 3, 1983, pp. 

9.

2. Lentini, J., "Incidental Accelerants," National Fire and Arson Report, Vol 2, No. 3, 1983, 

pp. 8.

3. Trimpe, M. A., "Case Study," (Peak from melted plastic) Arson Analysis Newsletter, Vol 

7, No. 5-6, 1983, pp. 110-113.

1984

1. Goldstein, H. M., and Bidanset, J. H., "Post Fire Accelerant Residue Study -

Hydrocarbon Patterns to be expected in Arson Determination," Presented: 36th Annual 

Meeting AAFS, Anaheim, CA, February 21-25, 1984, Abstract C38.

2. Stone, I. C., and Lomonte, J. N., "False Positives in Analysis of Fire Debris," Fire and 

Arson Investigator, Vol 34, No. 3, 1984, pp. 36-40.

 1985
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1. Lentini, J., "Avoiding Contamination," Fire and Arson Investigator, Vol 36, No. 1, 1985, 

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1986

1. Bertsch, W., and Sellers, C. S., “Limits in Arson Debris Analysis by Capillary Column 

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2. Henderson, R. W., “Impurities in Activated Charcoal,” Arson Analysis Newsletter, Vol 9, 

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3. Midkiff Jr., C. R. “Is It a Petroleum Product? How Do You Know?” Journal of Forensic 

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1987

1. Higgins, M., “Turpentine, Accelerant or Natural?” Fire and Arson Investigator, Vol 38, 

No. 2, 1987, pp.10.

2. Mann, D. C., “Comparison of Automotive Gasolines Using Capillary Gas 

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Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 32, No. 3, 1987, pp. 616-628.

3. Stackhouse, C. S., "Will the Real Lamp Oil Please Stand Up?" Arson Analysis

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1988

1. Lorenzana-Jimenez, M., Capella, S., Labastida, C., Magos, G. A., and Amancio-Chassin, 

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1989

1. Buckleton, J. S., Bettany, B. L. and Walsh, K. A. J., “A Problem of Hydrocarbon Profile 

Modification by Charcoal,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol. 34, No. 2, 1989, pp. 449-

453.

2. Hirz, R., "Gasoline Brand Identification and Individualization of Gasoline Lots," Journal 

of the Forensic Science Society, Vol 29, No. 2, 1989, pp. 91-101.

3. O'Donnell, J. F., "Interferences from Backgrounds in Accelerant Residue Analysis," Fire

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1990

1. Folkman, T. E., Kuehl, A. M., Groves, R. J., and Beveridge, A. D., "Evaporation Rate of 

Gasoline from Shoes, Clothing, Wood and Carpet Materials and Kerosene from Shoes 

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49-59.

2. Nowicki, J. F., "An Accelerant Classification Scheme Based on Analysis by Gas 

Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS)," Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 35, 

No. 5, 1990, pp. 1064-1086.

3. Stackhouse, C. C., "Lacquer Thinners-Rare but Not Forgotten," Presented: 42nd Annual 

Meeting of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences, Cincinnati, OH, February 19-

24, 1990, Abstract # B56.

1991

1. Hirz, R., and Rizzi, A. M., "Simulation of the Weathering of Gasolines Using Gas 

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3, 1991, pp. 309-319.

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1992

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1993

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1994

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1995

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5. Newman, R., "New and Unusual Ignitable Liquids," Newsletter of the Southern 

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1996

1. Bertsch, W., “Chemical Analysis of Fire Debris. Was it Arson?” Analytical Chemistry, 

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2. Moorehead, W., Dickan, T., “Capillary Gas Chromatography Characterization and 

Classification of Some Hydrocarbon Solvents and Alkyl Glycol Ethers,” CAC News,

Winter 1996, pp. 8-11. 

3. O'Neal, C. L., and Poklis, A., “Postmortem Production of Ethanol and Factors that 

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17, No. 1, 1996, pp. 8-20.

4. Pannuto, P. M., and Fultz, M. L., "A Survey of Specialty Solvents Encountered in the 

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1997

1. Bertsch, W., “Analysis of Accelerants in Fire Debris,” Data Interpretation, Forensic 

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2. Sandercock, P. M. L., "Technical Note: Chromatographic Profiles of Three Fuel Injector 

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217.

3. Sandercock, P. M. L., "Retention of Gasoline and Diesel Fuel Samples on Charcoal: 

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1998

1. Gilbert, M. W., “The Use of Individual Extracted Ion Profiles Versus Summed Extracted 

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2. Newman, R., Gilbert, M., and Lothridge, K., GC-MS Guide to Ignitable Liquids, CRC 

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1999
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1. Wallace, J. R., “GC/MS Data from Fire Debris Samples: Interpretation and 

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2000

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2002

1. Dolan, J., Ritacco, C., “Gasoline Comparisons by Gas Chromatography-Mass 

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2002, pp. 62.

2. Stout, S., Uhler, A., McCarthy, K., and Emsbo-Mattingly, S., “Chemical Fingerprinting 

of Hydrocarbons,” Introduction to Environmental Forensics, Academic Press, 

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2003

1. Sandercock, P. M. L., and Du Pasquier, E., “Chemical Fingerprinting of Unevaporated 

Automotive Gasoline Samples,” Forensic Science International, Vol 134, No. 1, 2003, 

pp. 1-10.

2. Doble, P., Sandercock, P. M. L., Du Pasquier, E., Petocz, P., Roux, C., and Dawson, M.,

“Classification of premium and regular gasoline by gas chromatography/mass 

spectrometry principal component analysis and artificial neural networks.” Forensic Sci. 

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2004

1. Dolan, J. A., and Stauffer, E., “Aromatic Content in Medium Range Distillate Products. 

Part I. An Examination of Various Liquids,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 49, No. 

5, 2004, pp. 992–1004.

2. Koussiafes, P. M., “The Interpretation of Data Generated from Fire Debris Examination: 

Report Writing and Testimony,” Analysis and Interpretation of Fire Scene Evidence,

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3. Sandercock, P. M. L., and Du Pasquier, E., “Chemical Fingerprinting of Gasoline 2. 

Comparison of Unevaporated and Evaporated Automotive Gasoline Samples,” Forensic 

Science International, Vol 140, No. 1, 2004, pp. 43–59.

4. Sandercock, P. M. L., and Du Pasquier, E., “Chemical Fingerprinting of Gasoline: Part 3. 

Comparison of Unevaporated and Evaporated Automotive Gasoline Samples from 

Australia and New Zealand,” Forensic Science International, Vol 140, No. 1, 2004, pp. 

71–77.

5. Wintz, J., Rankin, J., “Application of Principal Components Analysis in the 

Individualization of Gasolines by GC-MS,” Proceedings of the American Academy of 

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2005

1. Biedermann, A., Taroni, F., Delmont, O., Semadeni, C., and Davison, A. C., “The 

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Approach using Bayesian Networks,” Forensic Science International, Vol 147, 2005, 

pp. 49–57.

2. Biedermann, A., Taroni, F., Delmont, O., Semadeni, C., and Davison, A. C. “The 

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Examples of the Use of Bayesian Networks,” Forensic Science International, Vol 

147, 2005, pp. 59–69.

3. DeVos, B. J., “Gas Chromatography Coupled with Ion Trap Mass Spectrometry (GC-MS 

and GC-MS-MS) for Arson Debris Analysis,” Thesis for the degree of Master of Science 

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4. Pierce, K. M., Hope, J. L., Johnson, K. J., Wright, B. W., and Synovec, R. E.,

“Classification of Gasoline Data Obtained by Gas Chromatography using a Piecewise 

Alignment Algorithm Combined with Feature Selection and Principal Component 

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5. Zadora, G., Borusiewicz, R., and Zieba-Palus, J., “Differentiation Between Weathered 

Kerosene and Diesel Fuel using Automatic Thermal Desorption-GC-MS Analysis and the 

Likelihood Ratio Approach,” Journal of Separation Science, Vol 28, No. 13, 2005, pp. 

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2006

1. Borusiewicz, R., Zieba-Palus, J., and Zadora, G., “The Influence of the Type of 

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2007

1. Kurata, S., Iyozumi, T., Hirano, H., and Nagai, M., “Discrimination between Residues 

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2. Sandercock, P. M. L., “A Survey of Canadian Gasoline (2004),” Canadian Society of 

Forensic Science Journal, Vol 40, No. 3, 2007, pp. 105-130.

3. Sigman M. E., Williams, M. R., and Ivy, R. G., “Individualization of Gasoline Samples 

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Chemistry, Vol 79, No. 9, 2007, pp. 3462–3468.

2008

1. Coulson, S. A., Morgan-Smith, R. K., Mitchell, S., and McBriar, T., “An Investigation 

into the Presence of Petrol on the Clothing and Shoes of Members of the Public,” 

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2. Darrer, M., Jacquemet-Papilloud, J., and Delemont, O., “Gasoline on Hands: Preliminary 

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2008, pp. 171–178.

3. Moorehead, W., “Cautions on Brand Identification of Ignitable Liquids,” CAC News, 4

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2008, pp. 1092–1101.

5. Sigman, M. E., Williams, M. R., Castelbuono, J. A., Colca, J. G., and Clark, C. D.,

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2009

1. Lu, Y., Chen, P., and Harrington, P. B. “Comparison of Differential Mobility 

Spectrometry and Mass Spectrometry for Gas Chromatographic Detection of Ignitable 

Liquids from Fire Debris using Projected Difference Resolution,” Analytical and

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2. Marshall, L. J., McIlroy, J. W., McGuffin, V. L., and Waddell Smith, R. “Association and 

Discrimination of Diesel Fuels using Chemometric Procedures,” Analytical and

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3. Okamoto, K., Watanabe, N., Hagimoto, Y., Miwa, K., and Ohtani, H., “Changes in 

Evaporation Rate and Vapor Pressure of Gasoline with Progress of Evaporation,” Fire 

Safety Journal, Vol 44, 2009, pp. 756–763. 

2010

1. McHugh, K., “Determining the Presence of an Ignitable Liquid Residue in Fire Debris 

Samples Utilizing Target Factor Analysis [dissertation],” Orlando, FL: University of 

Central Florida, 2010.

2011

1. Baerncopf, J. M., McGuffin, V. L., Waddell Smith, R., “Association of Ignitable Liquid 

Residues to Neat Ignitable Liquids in the Presence of Matrix Interferences Using 

Chemometric Procedures,” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 56, No. 1, 2011, pp. 70-82.

2. Bruno, T. J., Lovestead, T. M., and Huber, M. L., “Prediction and Preliminary 

Standardization of Fire Debris Constituents with the Advanced Distillation Curve 

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3. Lewis, J., “The Application of Chemometrics to the Detection and Classification of 

Ignitable Liquids in Fire Debris Using the Total Ion Spectrum [dissertation],” Orlando, 

FL: University of Central Florida, 2011.

4. Sinkova, N. A., Johnston, B. M., Mark, L., Sandercock, P. M. L., and Harynuka, J. J., 

“Automated Optimization and Construction of Chemometric Models based on Highly 

Variable Raw Chromatographic Data,” Analytica Chimica Acta, Vol 697, 2011, pp. 8–15.

2012

1. Lu, W., Rankin, J. G., Bondra, A., Trader, C., Heeren, A., and Harrington, P., “Ignitable 

Liquid Identification using Gas Chromatography/Mass Spectrometry Data by Projected 

Difference Resolution Mapping and Fuzzy Rule-Building Expert System Classification,” 

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2. Sandercock, P. M. L., “Survey of Canadian Gasoline (Winter 2010),” Canadian Society 

of Forensic Science Journal, Vol 45, No. 2, 2012, pp. 64-78.

3. Sigman, M., Williams, S. “Application of Chemometrics and Fast GC-MS Analysis for 

the Identification of Ignitable Liquids in Fire Debris Samples,” National Institute of 

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4. Williams, M. R., Sigman, M. E., Lewis, J., and Pitan, K. M., “Combined Target Factor 

Analysis and Bayesian Soft-Classification of Interference-Contaminated Samples: 

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2013

1. Bruno, T. J., and Allen, S., “Weathering Patterns of Ignitable Liquids with the Advanced 

Distillation Curve Method,” Journal of Research of the National Institute of Standards 

and Technology, Vol 118, 2013, pp. 29-51. 

2. Martín-Alberca, C., Ferrando, J. L., García-Ruiz, C. “Anionic Markers for the Forensic 

Identification of Chemical Ignition Molotov Cocktail Composition,” Science & Justice, 

Vol 53, No. 1, 2013, pp. 49-54. Available at 

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3. McGee, E., MacDonald, S., McGibbon, G. A., “An Evaluation of Standardized Software 

for Processing GC/MS Data from Different Vendors’ Instruments in a Forensic 

Laboratory.” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 58, No. 3, 2013, pp. 764–766.

4. Nic Daeid, N., and Stauffer, E. “Interpretation of Fire Debris Analysis,” Encyclopedia of 

Forensic Sciences, Elsevier, 2013, pp 183-194.

5. Shujun, L., Yonghui, W., and Lili, Y., “Study on Timeliness of Gasoline Analysis 

Adsorbed in Cotton Cloth Carrier,” Advanced Materials Research Vols. 616-618, 2013,

pp. 881-884.

6. Shujun, L., Yonghui, W., and Lili, Y., “Study on Timeliness of Burned Gasoline 

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726-731, 2013, pp. 1577-1580. 

7. Waddell, E. E., “Chemometric Applications to a Complex Classification Problem: 

Forensic Fire Debris Analysis [dissertation],” Orlando, FL: University of Central Florida, 

2013.

8. Waddell, E. E., Song, E.T., Rinke, C. N., Williams, M. R., and Sigman, M. E. “Progress 

Toward the Determination of Correct Classification Rates in Fire Debris Analysis,” 

Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 58, No. 4, 2013, pp. 887-896. Available at 

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2014

1. Baerncopf, J., and Hutches, K., “A Review of Modern Challenges in Fire Debris 

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2. Frisch-Daiello, J. L., Williams, M. R., Waddell, E. E., and Sigman, M. E., “Application 

of Self-Organizing Feature Maps to Analyze the Relationships between Ignitable liquids 

and Selected Mass Spectral Ions,” Forensic Science International, Vol 236, 2014, pp. 84-

89. Available at http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0379073813005495.

3. Hetzel, S. S., “Survey of American (USA) Gasolines (2008),” Journal of Forensic 

Sciences, Vol 60, No. s1, 2015, pp. S197-S206. Available at 

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4. Sinkov, N. A., Sandercock, P. M. L., and Harynuk, J. J., “Chemometric Classification of 

Casework Arson Samples based on Gasoline Content,” Forensic Science International, 

Vol 235, 2014, pp. 24-31. Available at 

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5. Waddell, E. E., Frisch-Daiello, J. L., Williams, M. R., and Sigman, M. E., “Hierarchical 

Cluster Analysis of Ignitable Liquids Based on the Total Ion Spectrum,” Journal of 

Forensic Sciences, Vol 59, No. 5, 2014, pp. 1198-1204. Available at 

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6. Waddell, E. E., Williams, M. R., and Sigman, M. E., “Progress Toward the 

Determination of Correct Classification Rates in Fire Debris Analysis II: Utilizing Soft 

Independent Modeling of Class Analogy (SIMCA),” Journal of Forensic Sciences, Vol 

59, No. 4, 2014, pp. 927-935. Available at

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7. Zong, R., Zhi, Y., Yao, B., Gao, J., and Stec, A. A., “Classification and Identification of 

Soot Source with Principal Component Analysis and Back-Propagation Neural Network,” 

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2015

1. Hendrikse, J., Grutters, M., and Schäfer, F., Identifying Ignitable Liquids in Fire Debris,

1st ed., Academic Press, Elsevier, London, 2015.

2. Lee, X. Q., “Simulation of Fire Debris for the Training of Chemometric Models for the 

Identification of Ignitable Liquids [dissertation],” Edmonton, AB: University of Alberta, 

2015.

3. Lopatka, M., Sigman, M. E., Sjerps, M. J., Williams, M. R., and Vivó-Truyols, G., 

“Class-Conditional Feature Modeling for Ignitable Liquid Classification with Substantial 

Substrate Contribution in Fire Debris Analysis,” Forensic Science International, Vol 252, 

2015, pp. 177-186. Available at

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2016

1. Lee, X., Sandercock, P., and Harynuk, J., “The Influence of Temperature on the Pyrolysis 

of Household Materials,” Journal of Analytical and Applied Pyrolysis, Vol 118, 2016, pp. 

75–85.

2. Lopatka, M., “Statistical Interpretation of Chemical Evidence Pertaining to Fire Debris

[dissertation],” Amsterdam: University of Amsterdam, 2016. 

3. Sigman, M. E., and Williams, M. R. “Assessing Evidentiary Value in Fire Debris 

Analysis by Chemometric and Likelihood Ratio Approaches,” Forensic Science 

International, Vol 264, 2016, pp. 113-121. Available at 

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4. Ugena, L., Moncayo, S., Manzoor, S., Rosales, D., and Cáceres, J. O., “Identification and 

Discrimination of Brands of Fuels by Gas Chromatography and Neural Networks

Algorithm in Forensic Research,” Journal of Analytical Methods in Chemistry, Vol 2016, 

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5. Waddell Smith, R., Brehe, R. J., McIlroy, J. W., and McGuffin, V. L., “Mathematically 

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2017

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the Ignitable Liquids Reference Collection and Substrate Databases,” Forensic 

Chemistry, 2017. Available at 

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4. Peschier, L. J. C., Grutters, M. M. P., and Hendrikse, J. N., “Using Alkylate Components 

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1992

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1997

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15 - Biodiesel 

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2008

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2011

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2016

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16 - Vegetable Oils 
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1993

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2003

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2005

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17 - Flash Point 

2002

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