Celebrate the 35th anniversary of the International Symposium on Human Identification by recognizing and honoring the unique talents and contributions within our forensic community. Whether you know someone who excels in innovative forensic techniques or has an unmatched knack for solving complex cases, we want to hear about them!
Join us in recognizing the remarkable talents and contributions of forensic professionals by nominating colleagues—or yourself—for our diverse set of superlatives. It’s a chance to highlight the unique personalities, skills, and achievements that make our field so dynamic.
From July 15th to August 10th, share your nominations and let’s spotlight the exceptional individuals among us. All participants will receive a limited-edition forensic science vinyl sticker as a token of appreciation. Join the celebration and help us honor the stars of forensic science!
Your contributions will be showcased on our social media platforms and featured in the August edition of The ISHI Report, highlighting your stories and successes to inspire the entire forensic science community.
Join us in this festive acknowledgment of excellence and innovation at ISHI. Let’s make this anniversary a memorable event by shining a light on the stars among us who enhance the world of forensic science every day.
Superlative Categories Include:
- Most Likely to Solve Mysteries in Style – For the fashion-forward forensic scientist.
- Coffee Connoisseur of the Lab – For the person who always has the best coffee brew, powering the team.
- The Sherlock of Samples – Always deduces the right answers from the smallest clues.
- Forensic Comedian – Keeps the lab laughing, even on the toughest days.
- The DNA Whisperer – Known for coaxing results from the most challenging samples.
- Midnight Oil Burner – Famous for late-night breakthroughs and dedication.
- Most Likely to Find Waldo – Has an eye for spotting the tiniest details others miss.
- Lab Safety Icon – Champions safety protocols with flair.
- Gene Genius – For the one who can untangle complex family trees with forensic investigative genetic genealogy.
- Sequencing Superstar – Excels in pushing the boundaries of Next Generation Sequencing to solve forensic puzzles.
- Tech Trailblazer – Known for pioneering new forensic technologies and applications in the lab.
- Data Detective – Masters the most intricate data with ease, solving cases with analytical precision.
- Master of the Witness Stand – Known for their ability to communicate complex forensic evidence in a way that is easily understandable by juries.
- Captain of Collaboration – Known for their exceptional ability to foster teamwork and cooperation in the lab.
- Mentor of the Year – Honored for their dedication to mentoring and developing the next generation of forensic experts.
- Validation Superhero – Expertly navigates through the complexities of experimental design, data analysis and training of lab staff to bring new technologies online quickly
