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! The Mystery of an Ancient Skull Takes a New Turn after DNA Analysis (The […]
Wrongfully Convicted, Rightfully Exonerated: Jeffrey Deskovic’s Journey to Advocacy
In 1990, Jeffrey Deskovic was just 17 years old when his life was forever changed. Convicted of a crime he didn’t commit, Jeffrey spent 16 years behind bars despite DNA evidence proving his innocence. His wrongful conviction was the result of a coerced, false confession, prosecutorial misconduct, fraudulent testimony from a medical examiner, and an […]
Breaking Barriers in Forensics: Anna Barbaro on Empowering Women and Demystifying True Crime
How do we empower women in forensic science while bridging the gap between true crime media and reality? At #ISHI35, Dr. Anna Barbaro, President of the Worldwide Association of Women Forensic Experts (WAWFE), shared her mission to support women in forensics globally, especially in developing countries. In this inspiring interview, Dr. Barbaro discusses: 🌍 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! FBI to Discuss Rule Change in National Rapid DNA Webinar (Forensic – 1/02/2025) A […]
Emerging Methods of Human Microbiome Analysis and Their Forensic Applications
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. The human microbiome—comprising trillions of microorganisms found in the gut, skin, mouth, and other body parts—has long been recognized for its role in human […]
From Inspiration to Innovation: A Conversation on Forensic Genetics and Mentorship with Dr. Nicole Novroski
What does it take to innovate in forensic genetics? In this insightful interview from ISHI 35, ISHI Student Ambassador Ashley Welk sits down with Dr. Nicole Novroski, Associate Professor at the University of Toronto, to discuss her journey from student to leader in the field. 🔬 Topics covered:• The future of massively parallel sequencing […]
Bridging the Gap: Forensic Education Meets Real-World Forensic Laboratories
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. Forensic science plays a critical role in modern criminal investigations, but a gap remains between the education students receive in forensic programs and the […]
Streamlining Forensic Workflows: How Versaterm Empowers Crime Labs
At ISHI 35, Kelsie from Versaterm shares how their innovative solutions are transforming the way crime labs manage forensic workflows. Formerly known as JusticeTrax, Versaterm offers cutting-edge Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) that streamline processes from DNA extraction to court presentation. In this insightful interview, Kelsie discusses: 🔬 How configurable LIMS solutions help labs meet […]
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! Massachusetts Office of the Chief Medical Examiner Teams with Othram to Identify a 2022 […]
