Synopsis of recent research by authors named "Natalie Meert"
- Natalie Meert's research primarily focuses on forensic analysis of drugs, particularly cocaine, utilizing methodologies such as hair analysis and various spectroscopic techniques, to differentiate between active use and passive exposure, and to improve identification accuracy in seized powders.
- Recent studies demonstrate the development of effective interpretation criteria for hair analysis, revealing insights from hair samples collected from professionals exposed to cocaine, highlighting the complexities in interpreting passive versus active exposure.
- Meert's earlier work includes exploring the extraction and quantification of uremic toxins in chronic kidney disease patients, indicating significant impacts on patient health and potential predictive factors for mortality, aligning with her broader focus on drug-related health issues.
