Previewing the Posters of our ISHI Student Ambassadors: Martin MacStudy
During the construction of a building on the Medical College of Virginia campus of Virginia Commonwealth University in Richmond, Virginia, the East Marshall Street Well was discovered. The contents of the well included a commingled assemblage of human remains for upwards of 50 individuals dating back to the mid-19th century. Of these individuals, anthropologists estimated […]
Previewing the Posters of our ISHI Student Ambassadors: Charlotte Sutter
Age estimation using DNA methylation from forensically relevant traces is a highly researched application in Forensic DNA Phenotyping at the moment. As it is currently being implemented in forensic casework in an increasing number of laboratories across the world, it is crucial to rigorously test the reliability and reproducibility of the various available models. Different […]
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! Grundy County Sheriff’s Office & University of Tennessee Team with Othram to Identify […]
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! Third Set of Remains Found with Gunshot Wound in Search for 1921 Tulsa […]
A Ghanaian Perspective: Transformative Strategies for Forensic Science Communication
Today’s guest blog is written by Yahaya Sumara Sulley, Snr. Research Assistant, Department of Forensic Sciences, University for Development Studies. Reposted from the ISHI Report with permission. I wish to discuss the global importance and challenges of science communication in the context of forensic science. Despite facing challenges with funding and visa acquisition, I was […]
Previewing the Posters of our ISHI Student Ambassadors: Ashley Welk
Mitochondrial DNA analysis is an alternative to conventional STR typing for challenging samples because of its characteristic high copy number. Traditionally, Sanger-based sequencing methods have been used for whole mitochondrial genome sequencing, but labor-intensive workflows and limited multiplexing ability present significant limitations. The evolution of massively parallel sequencing (MPS) provides a method for higher sample […]
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! 10 Million Names Project Working with Local Genealogists to Uncover Names of Enslaved Americans […]
Enhancing Forensic Accuracy: Comparative Evaluation of Genotyping Technologies in FIGG
Today’s guest blog is written by Mike Cariola, CEO, Bode Technology and Abigail S. Bathrick, Senior Research Scientist, Bode Technology Reposted from the ISHI Report with permission. What is FIGG? Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy (FIGG) pairs advanced genotyping technologies with traditional genealogical research methods to provide investigative leads for unknown DNA evidence when CODIS searching is […]
You Leave a ‘Microbe Fingerprint’ on Every Piece of Clothing You Wear – and it Could Help Forensic Scientists Solve Crimes
This post was written by guest authors Paola A. Magni, Associate Professor of Forensic Science, Murdoch University, Noemi Procopio, Senior Research Fellow, School of Law and Policing, University of Central Lancashire, and Sarah Gino, Associate Professor, Università del Piemonte Orientale. Reprinted with permission from The Conversation. When you think of a criminal investigation, you might […]
