One Community: Countless Discoveries
Step into the heart of forensic DNA innovation at ISHI – the largest annual symposium dedicated to your field. Connect with thought leaders, engage in hands-on workshops, and absorb presentations that are driving the future of our field. Save the date for October 26-29, 2026 and join a vibrant community shaping what comes next in forensic science.
A validation study that changed how your lab runs a workflow. A case that taught you something the literature hadn’t. A method you developed because the one you had wasn’t built for your samples.
A poster puts you next to your work, in conversation with the people who do what you do. That’s where a method gets real scrutiny, and where the next collaboration tends to start.
ISHI is accepting poster abstracts now. We see submissions across the full range of forensic DNA practice, most often in these areas:
- Probabilistic genotyping, DNA mixtures, and interpretation
- NGS, MPS, and whole genome sequencing
- FIGG, kinship, and human identification
- Validation, automation, and workflow efficiency
- Body fluid identification, trace DNA, and sexual assault workflows
This list is not the limit. If your work sits outside it and you think the field should see it, submit it.
Poster Presentation Deadline: August 2, 2026
Expert Perspectives. Real-World Context. On Your Schedule.
ISHI On-Demand modules offer in-depth, expert-led conversations on some of the most complex and evolving topics in forensic DNA science.
Each module brings together respected scientists, practitioners, and thought leaders to explore how forensic methods are applied, challenged, and defended in real laboratory and courtroom settings. Rather than scripted lectures or vendor demonstrations, ISHI On-Demand focuses on professional insight, decision-making, and lived experience from the field.
Now available: Probabilistic Genotyping, DNA Mixtures, and Likelihood Ratios: Expert Perspectives from the Field & Expert Witness Testimony Skills for Forensic DNA Analysts
Resources Just for Students
Our Student Resources page is tailored specifically for students like you who are passionate about unraveling the mysteries that lie at the intersection of science and justice. Whether you’re just beginning your forensic science studies or looking to enhance your expertise, this hub is your go-to destination for valuable resources, guidance, and support.
Real Leadership. Real Challenges. Real Tools.
Leadership in forensic DNA is hard. Here’s help that actually understands it.
Subscribe to receive access to exclusive written and video content, access to one-on-one coaching sessions at the ISHI conference, and other practical tools designed by experienced forensic leaders.
The FLA is a resource for anyone working to lead with purpose—whether you’re already managing a team or just beginning to see yourself as a future leader.
Webinars
Advancements in forensic techniques and technologies never stop, so learning shouldn't either. Watch one of our on-demand webinars or online forums.
The ISHI Report
Each quarter, we’ll bring you a glimpse into the fascinating field of forensic science and the dedicated people committed to carrying out the important work of identifying the missing, exonerating the innocent and finding the truth in each DNA sample.
Future Meeting Locations
Mark your calendars for future ISHI meeting dates and locations listed through 2028.
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