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Microtrace

Materials analysis laboratory specializing in microscopy and microanalysis

microtrace.com
Headquarters
Elgin, United States
Founded year
1992
Company type
Private company
Number of employees
10–50

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    Microtrace founder speaks at cold case training

    Skip Palenik provided training and advice on trace evidence at IHIA's Advanced Cold Case Training in San Antonio, Texas, from 23 to 27 February 2026.

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    Microtrace's Christopher Palenik presents at Shanghai forensic conference

    He discusses forensic traces in crime, art, and industry using microscopical techniques at the 5th International Judiciary Forensic Investigation and Education Conference.

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    Skip Palenik testifies on bullet evidence

    He analyzed markings and trace evidence on a bullet in the attempted murder trial of Mark Harrison at Riley County District Courthouse. The testimony occurred on February 26, 2019.

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    Microtrace broadcast wins National Press Club honorable mention

    A 2014 NBC Today Show segment featuring Microtrace scientists exposed faux fur mislabeled as real animal fur from retailers. It won in the animal reporting category.

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