It Is Not Just You—Burnout Is Real
Today’s guest blog is written by Kelly Grooms, a Scientific Communications Specialist with Promega. Reposted from the Promega Connections blog with permission. “I just feel burned out.” I heard those words recently from my college junior. For him, the spring semester is barreling to a close and he is feeling tired, unmotivated and unproductive. He […]
Advice from Forensic Science Leaders from Around the Globe
Today’s blog is written and condensed by guest blogger Tara Luther. Reposted from The ISHI Report with permission. In a previous article, we outlined some of the challenges that leaders in the field of forensic science face, so we know it takes a special person to not only choose this role, but to excel […]
Do Forensic Scientists Experience Trauma at Work? Unpacking What We Know About Stress, Trauma and Burnout in a “Forgotten Population”
Today’s blog is written and condensed by guest blogger Jordan Nutting. Reposted from The ISHI Report with permission. For many years, research and efforts to mitigate workplace impacts on mental health and stress in the criminal justice system have almost exclusively focused on its non-civilian members. This makes good sense. Police officers, for example, […]
Tips for Young Scientists
Questions abound for students and young scientists just starting out in their career, so who better to ask for advice than our expert speakers? Read below to see what pearls of wisdom our ISHI 33 speakers have for young scientists then join the discussion on our social channels to let us know the best advice […]
Just for Students: Launching the Threesis Academic Challenge and Student Ambassador Search
As a student (or someone who recently graduated) in forensic science, it’s exciting to think of all the opportunities that lay before you, but it can also be intimidating, leading to a number of questions. We’d like to help by creating a community to help answer your questions, build your network, and to a place […]
Clued In on Forensics Careers: Your Questions Answered
If you are currently a student in forensic science (or have recently graduated) you may be wondering “what comes next”? We’ve gathered a panel of experts to answer all of your questions from what to put on your resume to what you can expect once you’re hired. This online forum will be held on […]
What’s the Best Part of Being a Forensic Scientist?
Bringing justice for victims? Advancing new technologies? Read below to see what our ISHI 33 speakers say they enjoy most about their job then join the discussion on our social channels to let us know what your favorite part of being a forensic scientist is. Serve justice and protect citizens. In DVI […]
What Have You Done for Your Emotional Wellness, This Month?
Today’s guest blog is written by Riley Bell, a Digital Marketing Coordinator with Promega. Reposted from the Promega Connections blog with permission. Most of us are familiar with the term wellness. We associate wellness with lifestyle practices such as exercising, having a balanced diet, and taking care of our bodies. As significant as these practices are […]
Leading the Lab: Insights from Those In Management
Today’s blog is written by guest blogger Tara Luther, Promega. Reposted from The ISHI Report with permission. While the work of those in the field of forensic DNA is highlighted multiple times per day in various media publications, those who lead the teams are rarely mentioned. In a field like forensic science, where […]
