Identifying the Invisible: Advancements in Body Fluid Analysis for Forensic Cases
In this insightful video, Beighley Ayers, a dedicated student at Towson University, delves into the challenges of traditional forensic methods used for identifying body fluids at crime scenes, specifically pointing out the inefficient use of limited samples and the absence of confirmatory tests for saliva and vaginal fluid. She introduces her innovative research on employing […]
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! Remains of Decorated WWII Veteran Finally Identified and to be Laid […]
How One State at the Center of the MMIWP Crisis is Taking Action
Today’s guest blog is written by Jordan Nutting, Promega. Reposted from the ISHI Report with permission. In April 2023, the Washington State Attorney’s General Office inaugurated a specialized cold case unit. The purpose of the new unit is to provide specialized assistance to local and tribal law enforcement agencies to solve cold cases involving murdered and […]
Voices of the Future: Insights from ISHI’s Student Ambassadors
In this engaging interview, Ann MacPhetridge of Promega, sits down with the 2023 ISHI Student Ambassadors to discuss their experiences and research in forensic science. The ambassadors, coming from diverse backgrounds and universities, share their excitement and insights from attending workshops and connecting with professionals at the ISHI conference. They delve into their individual research […]
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! Putnam County Sheriff’s Office Teams with Othram to Identify 1980 Homicide […]
Bridging Science and Law: A Public Defender’s Take on DNA and Justice
In this insightful interview at ISHI 34, Allison Lewis, a seasoned public defender from New York City, shares her journey and experiences in the legal field. With 18 years of dedication as a public defender, she talks about the inception and evolution of a specialized DNA unit in her office, addressing the growing complexity of […]
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! Jefferson County Coroner’s Office Teams with Othram to Identify a 2000 […]
The Bog is Where Forensics and Archaeology Meet to Solve ‘Cold Cases’
Today’s blog is written by guest bloggers Rosie Everett, Lecturer, Environmental Science, University College Cork; Benjamin Gearey, Lecturer in Environmental Archaeology, University College Cork, and Karl Harrison, Lecturer in Forensic Archaeology, Cranfield University This article is republished from The Conversation under a Creative Commons license. Read the original article. Occasionally, police investigators find themselves announcing […]
Julie Weil’s Journey: From Survivor to Advocate for Sexual Assault Victims
In this compelling interview at ISHI 34, Julie Weil shares her harrowing yet inspiring journey from being a sexual assault survivor to becoming a powerful advocate for change. Julie recounts her own experience with sexual assault and how DNA evidence played a crucial role in bringing her attacker to justice. She discusses her efforts in […]
