High-Impact Leadership for Forensic Laboratory Professionals
Are you in a leadership role in a high-stakes occupation, such as forensic science? Would you like to learn how to think like an HR manager, or be able to lower anxiety and raise morale among employees and maximize employee performance with minimal effort? In his workshop at ISHI 29, John Collins, author of HR Management in […]
Reliability of DNA Matches in At Home DNA Tests
CeCe Moore, founder of The DNA Detectives explains why users of at home DNA tests should take DNA matches seriously, and how she’d like to work closer with the forensics community to use her skills to identify Jane and John Does. TRANSCRIPT: Hi, I’m CeCe Moore, and I’m a genetic genealogist. I’m […]
Building Mental Strength for Career Sustainability
Last year, Amy Jeanguenat of Mindgen, LLC introduced us to mindfulness for forensic scientists. The workshop was so popular, that Amy has offered to return this year to share how to build mental strength to assist with the stress that working in a lab can bring. In this interview, Amy explains how practicing mindfulness can […]
How Did You Become Interested in Forensics?
Was it by chance, or did you always have an interest in science? We asked ISHI 28 speakers to share how they became interested in forensic science, and we’d love to hear your stories too! Join the conversation on our Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter pages! Bruce Budowle, UNTHSC “It was by chance […]
Corona Ranch – ISHI 29 Networking Event
When the Phoenix sun sets on Wednesday night, grab your lassos and spurs and join your fellow ISHI attendees for a night of good food, cocktails, dancing, and mingling at Corona Ranch. Corona Ranch was founded in by Bill and Maria Smith in 1991. The Smiths began working in the food and beverage industry at […]
What is the Biggest Challenge Forensics Laboratories Face Today?
We asked ISHI 28 speakers to share what they thought were the biggest challenges facing forensic laboratories today. Do you agree? Join the conversation on our Facebook and Twitter pages! Bruce Budowle, UNTHSC “Resources, education and training. Most of the issues we are facing seem to be related to these needs..” […]
A Mystery from the 1800’s and Justice for Jennifer – Interesting Cases from ISHI 24
The Interesting Cases section during the 24th International Symposium on Human Identification in Atlanta, GA showcased the power of DNA in two different ways. First, through a joint effort between Mitotyping Technologies and the Smithsonian, a boy from the 1850s was given back his identity. Second, a Detective from Texas and a Special Agent with […]
What Advice Would You Give to Someone Just Starting Out in Forensics?
Maybe you’ve just graduated and are looking for your first job in forensics, or maybe you’re just starting work as an analyst. Either way, trying to find your footing can be tough. That’s why we’ve asked our ISHI 28 speakers to share some pearls of wisdom for those just starting out in the field of […]
What Are Likely to be the Most Exciting Developments in Forensic Science Over the Next Couple of Years?
Forensic Science has come a long way since the discovery of PCR in 1983. From DNA fingerprinting to silver staining to multiplex kits, the industry is constantly evolving. But what’s next? We asked our ISHI 28 speakers what they think are likely to be the most exciting developments in the field of forensics over the […]
