Improvisation Meets Science: Enhancing Courtroom Communication in Forensics
In this interview, Laura delves into a unique workshop hosted by Julie Burrill and Josh Rich at the 34th International Symposium on Human Identification that integrated improvisation with scientific communication aimed at enhancing the communication skills of forensic scientists, particularly in courtroom settings. Julie and Josh’s collaboration at the Alan Alda Center for Communicating […]
Identifying Jane Doe X-1
Today’s guest blog is written by Olivia McCarter, Genealogy Analyst, Moxxy Forensic Investigations, Mobile County Sheriff’s Office. Reposted from the ISHI Report with permission. May 18th, 1976 was a warm day in Grand Bay, Alabama. Two teenage boys headed out to Session’s Creek with plans to go fishing when they instead discovered the discarded remains of […]
This Week in Forensic Science
No one has hours to scour the papers to keep up with the latest news, so we’ve curated the top news stories in the field of Forensic Science for this week. Here’s what you need to know to get out the door! St. Tammany Parish Coroner’s Office Teams with Othram to Identify 1984 […]
Uniting for Change: The Global Sexual Assault Kit Donation Project
In this interview, Vanessa Lynch and Jennifer Degner discuss a notable initiative they are spearheading to bolster forensic DNA practices in Africa (and around the globe), with a focal point on addressing sexual assault. Vanessa, being the Regional Director of DNAforAfrica, embarked on this mission following a personal tragedy, the murder of her father, […]
Shaping the Future of Forensic DNA: Gentueri
Jordan Villanueva explores the journey of forensic DNA analysis with Randy Nagy, the CEO of Gentueri. They discuss how the industry transitioned from RFLP to STR analysis, and now to genealogy-focused genetic profiling. Randy shares Gentueri’s innovative approaches to improve sample collection and preservation, including their new product GenSpin™, which enhances DNA recovery from swabs. […]
This Week in Forensic Science
No one has hours to scour the papers to keep up with the latest news, so we’ve curated the top news stories in the field of Forensic Science for this week. Here’s what you need to know to get out the door! New York’s First Use of Genealogy to Solve Cold Case Rapes […]
Shaping the Future of Forensic DNA: National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC)
Carol Schweitzer and Colin McNally of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) shed light on the transformative role of forensic DNA technology in aiding the identification of missing and exploited children. They delve into their collaborative efforts with various entities, including private labs and the US Secret Service’s Forensic Sciences Division, to […]
Shaping the Future of Forensic DNA: National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC)
Carol Schweitzer and Colin McNally of the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children (NCMEC) shed light on the transformative role of forensic DNA technology in aiding the identification of missing and exploited children. They delve into their collaborative efforts with various entities, including private labs and the US Secret Service’s Forensic Sciences Division, to […]
Central State University: Developing a New Kind of Forensic Studies Program
Today’s guest blog is written and condensed by Tara Luther, Promega. Reposted from the ISHI Report with permission. Utilizing a National Science Foundation grant, Central State University will be enhancing several programs in the Department of Social and Behavioral Sciences over the next three years, including the introduction of a Forensic Studies minor. Genevieve Ritchie-Ewing, […]
