1. contrast and compare different sensor techniques and sample treatment in forensic and analytical procedures; 2. evaluate the best sensors to characterise different toxics and agents of interest using suitable instrumentation; 3. criticise procedures useful from a forensic and analytical prospective and implement alternative methods; 4. design and evaluate methods for discrete and digital signal processing, including filtering of processed data; 5. assess the usefulness of materials, technologies and devices used in sensor technology for their use in Forensic and Analytical Sciences; 6. Evaluate bio/chemical and electrochemical sensors in the area of Forensic and Analytical Sciences.