Keynote Announced: From Evidence to Narrative: The Convergence of True Crime Media and DNA Forensics
This year’s keynote spotlights the dynamic intersection of true crime and DNA forensics: from unraveling mysteries and personal narratives to inspiring change and advancing justice. Our panel of speakers will share their insights and experiences, underscoring the pivotal role of DNA in connecting the past with the present and shaping the future. Dr. […]
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 […]
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! 2 Indigenous Women Buried in 1970s Identified through DNA Analysis, Edmonton […]
February 2024 Issue of The ISHI Report Now Live
As the seasons change, bringing new challenges and opportunities, we are thrilled to present the latest edition of the ISHI Report. This issue is a testament to the resilience and innovation within the forensic DNA community, showcasing groundbreaking research, inspirational stories, and pivotal legal developments that continue to shape our field. In this […]
Bridging Cultures: Repatriating Indigenous Remains with DNA Science
In this interview, Dr. Meradeth Snow and Haley Omeasoo discuss their work in forensic and molecular anthropology at the University of Montana. They focus on their project “Building Bridges: A Multidisciplinary Approach to Repatriating Unidentified Indigenous Remains”, aiming to resolve the issue of unidentified remains, potentially Native American, using DNA techniques. They emphasize the importance […]
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! New Bill Would Let Defendants Inspect Algorithms Used Against Them in […]
