Under the Microscope with Student Ambassador Ahana Chatterjee
In 2017, Ahana Chatterjee’s introduction to the Innocence Project during a recombinant DNA technology class in her undergraduate Biotechnology program sparked an interest in forensic science. The realization of how a simple DNA profile had the potential to rectify wrongful convictions deeply resonated with Ahana, given her background in the life sciences. This interest led […]
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! “John Doe 2000” Identified After 24 Years (Forensic – 6/07/2024) On Feb. 14, […]
The Foot that Solved the Puzzle: Unraveling a Forensic Mystery
Join us at ISHI 34 for an exclusive interview with Natasha Poe, the DNA Technical Leader from the St. Tammany Parish Coroner’s Office, as she shares insights into a groundbreaking forensic case that spanned across states and years to reach a resolution. Natasha delves into a complex case involving unidentified human remains discovered in her […]
Under the Microscope with Student Ambassador Martin MacStudy
Martin MacStudy’s aspirational path for a career in forensic science is fairly non-traditional, as it began with a summer camp while he was in middle school. What started as an enrichment camp learning the basics of matching footwear impressions has now become a pursuit for a master’s degree in forensic science ten years later. Ever […]
Shaping the Future of Forensic Training: Inside ISHI’s First DNA Trainers’ Meeting
This year, the International Symposium on Human Identification (ISHI) is proud to introduce a new addition to its lineup: the DNA Trainers’ Meeting. Recognizing the challenges inherent in forensic DNA analyst training, this meeting was established to enable trainers to share best practices, discuss innovative training strategies, and explore potential improvements in training efficiency. […]
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! DNA on Plastic Fork in Florida Cracks 15-Year-Old Unsolved NYC Homicide, Officials Say […]
Shaping the Future of Forensic Science: QIAGEN
In this captivating interview from ISHI 34, we sit down with Melissa, a seasoned forensic science professional from QIAGEN, who shares her journey from being a student presenter at her first ISHI to her current role amidst QIAGEN’s recent acquisition of Verogen. With a career that transitioned from hands-on lab work to influencing product development, […]
Meet the ISHI Advisory Committee: Nana Lamousé-Welch
We are thrilled to spotlight Nana Lamousé-Welch, a distinguished member of the forensic science community, whose extensive experience and deep commitment have greatly contributed to the field. Nana’s journey from academic training to professional expertise exemplifies a dedication that inspires all within the ISHI community. Nana Lamousé-Welch began her career with a Bachelor of Arts […]
Under the Microscope with Student Ambassador Charlotte Sutter
Charlotte Sutter’s path into forensic science, or more precisely into forensic genetics, is quite a cliché. She has always loved television crime series, and when she entered university, the first voluntary elective course Charlotte took was a forensic toxicology analysis course. She did not understand much about the chemical basics at the time, but she […]