The ISHI organizing committee is moving forward with a hybrid symposium this September. We anticipate being able to accommodate 550 attendees and vendors on-site. The ISHI general session talks and select workshops will be made available via a virtual platform for those who are unable to attend this year’s symposium.

We are closely monitoring all guidelines established by local and national governments and Disney properties as they relate to large gatherings. Current event safety protocols include, but are not limited to:

Limited ticketing for the general session and workshops to maximize social distancing
6’ social distancing in all public spaces
Enhanced cleaning protocols in hotel rooms, meeting spaces and theme parks
Mandatory masking while on Disney property (except while eating or drinking)
One-way traffic flow in the exhibit hall with 8’ height dividers between booths

In addition to these protocols all symposium participants must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 and sign a Disney waiver prior to attending ISHI functions. These precautions are being put in place to ensure that all who attend ISHI are able to safely enjoy the conference. Those who are unable to receive the vaccine or who have elected not to receive the vaccine are invited to attend the conference virtually at a reduced rate.

The largest annual meeting focusing entirely on DNA forensics.

Discover the newest advances in DNA technology from top experts in the field at the 32nd International Symposium on Human Identification. It’s all happening beginning on September 14, 2021!

Share Your Work

The organizing committee invites you to submit your abstracts for oral, interesting case, or poster presentation. Abstracts will be considered for oral presentation on topics related to advances in the DNA typing process, policy updates and interesting case studies.

All proposals will be selected based on perceived interest to the forensic community. Abstract proposals should be non-commercial and focused on educating forensic scientists on topics that will improve their technical, legal or policy knowledge.

Abstracts not accepted for oral presentation will automatically be considered for poster presentation.

Deadlines:

Oral Presentation: June 14, 2021
Interesting Case Presentation: June 14, 2021
Poster Presentation: July 12, 2021

Submit Your abstract

During the pandemic many of our neighbors have suffered profound losses, from the death of someone dear to financial hardships or the stress of job loss. How have you/your colleagues/organization helped to make live better for the community? Perhaps you have delivered groceries to the elderly or organized a food pantry, whatever it is, we would like to hear. Tell us about your efforts or nominate a friend or colleague. Your work might inspire others and will serve to spread some good news in the dark time.

Tell us how you or your friends have helped lighten the load and we’ll share your good works with the forensic community. As a token of appreciation we’ll gift you a nifty t-shirt so you can share your message of hope with others. Submissions are due by June 30, 2021.

LEARN MORE and submit an unsung hero

Connect with Attendees and Exhibitors

ISHI will have dedicated networking opportunities on both the virtual platform and in person where you can chat with other attendees, speakers, and exhibitors. Start connecting with exhibitors now by clicking the button below!

Meet the ISHI Vendors

Exhibition

Book a booth at ISHI and introduce your products and services to scientists from around the world. You’ll reach decision makers who purchase products and services related to all aspects of forensic DNA.

Save the Date

With many travel plans being put on hold for now, let’s look ahead to ISHI 33, which will be held at the Gaylord National Harbor hotel, near Washington, D.C. from 10/31 - 11/5/22.

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.

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