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!   Toronto Police Service Teams with Othram to Identify a 2017 Toronto Jane Doe […]

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! WWII Prisoner of War Remains Case Selected as DNA Hit of the Year (Forensic […]

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! Police Found DNA Lead but No Match for Unidentified Victim of Winnipeg Serial Killer, […]

James Robertson: Reflecting on a Career that Shaped Forensic Science

Dive into the remarkable journey of James Robertson, whose career has spanned continents and crucial developments in forensic science. From his early days harnessing fluorescence in protein synthesis in Munich to his pivotal role in launching the diagnostics and forensic programs at Applied Biosystems, Jim’s story is one of curiosity, innovation, and serendipity. His work […]

Optimizing Degraded DNA Samples: A New Decision-Making Framework

Natalia Czado, a dedicated doctoral student at Sam Houston State University, unveils groundbreaking research in forensic science that could revolutionize the way we approach DNA analysis in criminal investigations.   In this exclusive interview from ISHI 34, Natalia shares her insights into a collaborative project aimed at enhancing the decision-making process for analyzing degraded DNA […]

AI in the Research Lab: Where We Are, and Where We’re Going

Today’s guest blog is written by Poncho Meisenheimer, Vice President of Research and Development, Promega. Reposted from Promega Connections with permission.   I got into an argument with ChatGPT this morning.   That’s not unusual. I argue with ChatGPT a lot. In fact, that’s usually my goal.   As a scientist and a leader, it’s […]

The Science of Justice: Ghana’s First Serial Killer Case Solved Through DNA

In an exclusive interview at ISHI 34, we sit down with Dr. Kofi Afrifah, a seasoned forensic scientist with 12 years of experience, to discuss a groundbreaking case from his home country, Ghana. Dr. Afrifah introduces us to the chilling yet fascinating case of Ghana’s first serial killer, a case that not only captivated the […]

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!       Connecticut Office of the Chief Medical Examiner Partners with Othram to […]