When the Mixture Doesn’t Add Up: Introducing ISHI On-Demand
The profile looks like a four-person mixture. Or maybe three. The likelihood ratio is strong—until you adjust one assumption. The defense attorney asks you to explain it in court, and suddenly the math you trusted feels harder to defend than you expected. If you’ve been there, you’re not alone. DNA mixtures remain one of the […]
Welcoming our New ISHI Advisory Committee Members: Dawn Romano
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 […]
Welcoming our New ISHI Advisory Committee Members: Shena Latcham
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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
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 […]
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 […]