Welcoming our New ISHI Advisory Committee Members: Dr. Meradeth Snow
As we begin planning for the next ISHI, we’re excited to welcome new voices to the Advisory Committee. These members bring fresh insight, deep expertise, and a shared commitment to moving forensic science forward. We also want to express our heartfelt thanks to those rotating off the committee. Your ideas and input have helped shape […]
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! Developments in Cold Case of John Doe Found in Columbus (DNA Doe Project – […]
Welcoming our New ISHI Advisory Committee Members: Dr. Pamela Marshall
As we begin planning for the next ISHI, we’re excited to welcome new voices to the Advisory Committee. These members bring fresh insight, deep expertise, and a shared commitment to moving forensic science forward. We also want to express our heartfelt thanks to those rotating off the committee. Your ideas and input have helped shape […]
Building a Greener Lab: Reimagining Sustainability in the DNA Lab
This article was generated with the assistance of artificial intelligence. However, all content has been thoroughly reviewed and curated by a human editor before posting to guarantee accuracy, relevance, and quality. In any forensic or research lab, sustainability can feel like a contradiction. You sort your plastics for recycling—only to find out they’re headed to […]
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! DNA Doe Project Identifies Man Killed in Youngstown-Area Accident in 1982 (DNA Doe Project […]
When Safeguards Falter: What Recent External Lab Inquiries Reveal About the Fragility—and Strength—of Forensic Systems
Written by Michelle Madrid and Tara Luther, Promega. Reposted from the ISHI Report with permission. This article was generated with the assistance of artificial intelligence. However, all content has been thoroughly reviewed and curated by a human editor before posting to guarantee accuracy, relevance, and quality. In forensic DNA analysis, the real measure of our […]
Setting the Standard: Inside the Latest FIGG Guidelines Update
Interview written and condensed by Tara Luther, Promega. Reposted from the ISHI Report with permission. As forensic investigative genetic genealogy (FIGG) matures from pioneering technique to powerful tool, its implementation must be matched with equal measures of scientific rigor, legal foresight, and ethical care. The newly published guidelines from the NTVIC Policy and Practice Committee reflect […]
When the Science Takes a Toll: Supporting Mental Health in the DNA Lab
At the 36th International Symposium on Human Identification (ISHI), a room filled with forensic professionals turned their attention away from the lab bench and toward something more personal—burnout. In a field defined by precision, pressure, and impartiality, the emotional cost of doing the work has long been overlooked. This year’s panel, “Behind the Bench: Combating […]
In Their Own Words: Rory Conn Reflects on Her ISHI Experience as a Student Ambassador
Are you a passionate student pursuing a degree in forensic science, eager to dive into the world of cutting-edge research and groundbreaking advancements? Look no further! The ISHI Student Ambassador Program is your exclusive gateway to unparalleled opportunities at the International Symposium on Human Identification (ISHI) conference. The application window opens on February 2, 2026. […]