May Issue of The ISHI Report Available
As we embrace the vibrant spirit of spring here in Madison, Wisconsin, our May issue blossoms with insights and revelations from the forefront of forensic science. This edition is dedicated to not only uncovering the latest advancements but also to exploring practical challenges and innovative solutions within our field. Workshop presenters Jason Moran, Kimberly Gin, […]
From Familial Searching to FIGG: Advancing Forensic Science with New DNA Techniques
In this in-depth interview with Ray Wickenheiser, Director of the New York State Police Crime Lab System, brings his 40 years of forensic experience to Denver. With a career that spans the evolution of DNA analysis in forensic science, Ray shares his insights on the transformative impact of DNA technologies on public safety, justice, and […]
Shaping the Future of Forensic DNA: Aurora Biomed
In this interview with Priyanka Minhas from Aurora Biomed, we learn about some of the latest advancements in forensic science and genomics. At Aurora Biomed, the focus is clear: tackle the backlog in sexual assault kit processing and push the boundaries in genomics with innovative automation solutions. Priyanka, in her role as an application […]
Turning Awareness into Action During Sexual Assault Awareness Month
April 2024 marks the 23rd anniversary of Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) in the United States. The National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC) says that SAAM is a time to not only draw attention to the prevalence of sexual assault, but to also educate individuals and communities about how to prevent sexual violence. In […]
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 […]
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 […]
Reflecting on ISHI 34 with the Student Ambassadors
Three years after a fully virtual symposium in 2020, it’s safe to say that the 34th International Symposium on Human Identification felt like a return to normalcy. With attendance reaching near record levels, including nearly 1/3 of attendees coming for the first time, it was great to see so many of you in the fill […]
Comparison of ForenSeq® Kintelligence and Whole Genome Sequencing in Searching for Relatives in GEDmatch
Today’s blog is written by guest bloggers S.M. Radecke1, J. Antunes1, A. Bormans2, G. Padmabandu1, K.M. Stephens1 Affiliations: 1Verogen, A QIAGEN Company, San Diego, CA USA; 2Gene By Gene, Houston, TX USA GEDmatch is an important investigative tool for law enforcement, particularly for cold cases and UHR. Several types of sequencing data can be uploaded, […]
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! Suspect Confesses to 1994 Murder Hours After Police Visit (Forensic – […]