On the cover: Forensic CPAs are in demand as fraud investigators in small and large organizations make headlines. In a recent survey, 55.8% of WICPA members who responded said that their firm or company has been a victim of fraud.   Cover illustration by Dave Cutler © 2005

CPA sleuths: Bringing the truth to light Forensic CPAs are in demand as fraud in small and large businesses make headlines. By Colleen Smith Studying the impact of SAS99 Planning is essential when performing audits using SAS99. By Karen Kerber, CPA	SuperCPA: Life is good Ralph Kauten, CPA is on a mission to advance science. By Amy E. Gaeth SOX provides a powerful weapon against fraud SOX helps restore confidence in corporate America By Ronald J. Kral, MBA, CPA, CMA	Fraud busters Accounting students get an education in fraud prevention. By Robert A. Gruber, CPA, CMA, Ph.D. and Carol J. Normand, CPA, Ed.D, Hi-tech tools to catch a thief Learn the tools and techniques of forensic accounting. By Jeffrey T. Lemmermannn, CPA, CITP, CISA

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