Category: Meeting

In Their Own Words: Laila Mansour 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. […]

In Their Own Words: Kiersten Fultz 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. […]

Call for Workshop Proposals: Share Your Expertise at ISHI 2026 in Providence, RI

Every lab has that one person everyone turns to when things get tricky — the one who knows the difference between “good enough” and courtroom ready. If that’s you, it’s time to bring your experience to the global stage. The International Symposium on Human Identification (ISHI) is now accepting workshop proposals for ISHI 37, taking […]

Highlights from the 36th International Symposium on Human Identification

As the 36th International Symposium on Human Identification (ISHI) comes to a close, one thing is clear — the future of forensic science has never looked brighter. This year, forensic scientists, DNA analysts, students, and industry leaders from around the world came together in West Palm Beach, Florida to share discoveries, challenge ideas, and celebrate […]

The August ISHI Report: Innovation Meets Reality

August always arrives with a certain energy—part summer slowdown, part ramp-up to the fall. For the forensic DNA community, it also means we’re just a few months out from gathering in West Palm Beach for ISHI 36. And while conference prep is in full swing, this issue of the ISHI Report reminds us of the […]

Behind the Bench: Why Leadership Should Focus on the Well-Being of Forensic DNA Analysts

Written by Jennifer Dillon, Michigan State Police, Wellness & Resiliency Section. Reposted from the ISHI Report with permission. Forensic DNA laboratories play a vital role in the criminal justice system. The work is high-stakes, precise, time-sensitive, and often emotionally taxing. Professionals face mounting pressure to meet deadlines, either placed on them internally or by the […]

The Agenda is Live: General Sessions Built for Real-World Forensic DNA Casework

Your case isn’t theoretical. Your sessions shouldn’t be either. The full ISHI 36 General Session agenda is now available—and if you’re a working DNA analyst, this is where your next breakthrough starts. This year’s lineup doesn’t just check boxes. It tackles the pressure points you’re navigating every day: Cold cases that won’t close Protocols that […]

Preserving Paradise: Inside Florida’s Loggerhead Marinelife Center

Interview written by Katie Goebel, Promega. Reposted from the ISHI Report with permission. Forty years ago, Eleanor Fletcher, affectionately known as “The Turtle Lady,” embarked on a mission that would transform Juno Beach into a global hub for sea turtle conservation. Inspired by the remarkable abundance of nesting turtles on the local shoreline, Eleanor began […]