Executing a Disaster Response: The Rapid DNA Mass Disaster Emergency Response and Preparedness Toolkit
Taylor Koepfler is a Senior DNA Analyst with the Wisconsin Department of Justice – Division of Forensic Science. She earned a master’s degree in Forensic and Investigative Science from West Virginia University, where her research and master’s thesis centered on the utilization of Rapid DNA technology. Prior to her current role, Ms. Koepfler spent over […]
Y-STR Genetic Diversity Among Somali Males in Four Selective Cities
In a country where forensic science is still developing, Amal Abshir Mohamed, Head of Education & Training at the Bureau of Forensic Science (BoFS) in Somalia, is breaking new ground. Her recent research on Y-chromosome short tandem repeat (Y-STR) genetic diversity among Somali males aims to enhance forensic DNA capabilities, particularly in addressing gender-based violence. […]
Building Trust: Using DNA to Address the Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples (MMIP) Crisis
In this powerful interview, we sit down with Mark Pooley, retired law enforcement officer, and Dr. Mike Coble, Executive Director of the Center for Human Identification, to discuss their groundbreaking work in addressing the epidemic of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Peoples (MMIP). Through personal stories and professional insights, Mark and Mike share how forensic DNA […]
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! Kane County Coroner’s Office and Batavia Police Department Team with Othram to Identify 1978 […]
The Identification of Suspected Vampire “JB55”
Travis chats with Ellen Greytak, the director of Bioinformatics, of Parabon NanonLabs who describes the identification of “JB55” who had died in the 1800’s. Unlike other burials of that time in the area, his skull and femurs were neatly arranged in the shape of a skull and crossbones, leading archaeologists to conclude that the man […]
CSI/AI: The Potential for Artificial Intelligence in Forensic Science
Today’s guest blog is written by Max M. Houck, Ph.D., FRSC, Global Forensic & Justice Center, Florida International University. Reposted from the ISHI Report with permission. With all the Sturm und drang regarding how artificial intelligence (AI) will transform/elevate/destroy nearly every sector of professional and personal life, it seems it would be a good time […]
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! California’s Monterey County Cold Case Taskforce Teams with Othram to Identify a 1994 Baby […]
From Hiring to Retention: Strategies for Forensic Lab Leaders
Interviews written and collated by Tara Luther, Promega. Reposted from the ISHI Report with permission. In the dynamic world of forensic science, shaping the future of our labs and the professionals who work in them is more crucial than ever. We had the privilege of sitting down with Ray Wickenheiser, John Collins, Pam Marshall, and […]
Celebrating 35 Years of Innovation at ISHI: Key Insights from the Experts of Forensic DNA
Today’s guest blog is written by Kari Siegenthaler, Promega. “As we celebrate the 35th anniversary of ISHI, it’s clear that forensic DNA technology has evolved from a novel concept to an indispensable tool in the pursuit of justice,” Bill Linton of Promega said during his opening remarks. This year’s International Symposium on Human Identification (ISHI) […]
