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Brian Andresen
Founder and former director of the Forensic Science Center at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, with a background in analytical chemistry and early mass spectrometry applications to forensic and medical cases.
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Jul 1, 2025
• 23min
Forensic Science Center (Part 1)
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Brian Andresen, founder of the Forensic Science Center, and Armando Alcarez, International Programs Lead, delve into the fascinating world of forensic science. They discuss the center's origins sparked by the Unabomber investigation and how they transformed forensic analysis with mass spectrometry. Listeners learn about high-profile cases like drug overdoses and even nuclear smuggling. The duo also shares insights on building a multidisciplinary team and the importance of precision and accreditation in forensic work, including discussions on bizarre cases like Gloria Ramirez's.
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