Under the Microscope 2024 – Meng-Han Lin
There is an increasing utilisation of Artificial Neural Networks (ANN) in modern society. In the field of forensic DNA profile analysis, the use of ANNs to aid in the classification of peak data within casework electropherograms (EPG) has recently been described. Prior to implementation, an ANN must be created, trained, and adjusted until an acceptable […]
Previewing the Posters of our ISHI Student Ambassadors: Charlotte Sutter
Age estimation using DNA methylation from forensically relevant traces is a highly researched application in Forensic DNA Phenotyping at the moment. As it is currently being implemented in forensic casework in an increasing number of laboratories across the world, it is crucial to rigorously test the reliability and reproducibility of the various available models. Different […]
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! Grundy County Sheriff’s Office & University of Tennessee Team with Othram to Identify […]
Stress Relief on Four Legs: The Impact of Therapy Dogs on Forensic Professionals
Today’s guest blog is written by Tara Luther, Promega. Reposted from the ISHI Report with permission. This article was generated with the assistance of artificial intelligence to ensure a broad and comprehensive coverage of the topic. However, all content has been thoroughly reviewed and curated by a human editor before posting to guarantee accuracy, relevance, […]
Under the Microscope 2024 – Meradeth Snow
After the passage of the 13th Amendment in the United States outlawing slavery, many African American individuals were “convicted” of trumped-up charges and forced into convict leasing camps. Individuals suffering in these scenarios were viewed as entirely replaceable. As demonstrated by the individuals excavated in the Sugar Land 95 project, the first convict leasing labor […]
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! Third Set of Remains Found with Gunshot Wound in Search for 1921 Tulsa […]
A Ghanaian Perspective: Transformative Strategies for Forensic Science Communication
Today’s guest blog is written by Yahaya Sumara Sulley, Snr. Research Assistant, Department of Forensic Sciences, University for Development Studies. Reposted from the ISHI Report with permission. I wish to discuss the global importance and challenges of science communication in the context of forensic science. Despite facing challenges with funding and visa acquisition, I was […]
Under the Microscope 2024 – Ray Wickenheiser
On November 21, 2023, the National Technology Validation Collaborative Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy Collaborative (NTVIC) Forensic Investigative Genetic Genealogy (FIGG) Policy and Procedure Committee published Guidelines for establishing FIGG programs in the Forensic Science International: Synergy journal [1]. This version was the second publication of FIGG draft policies and procedures, following feedback and revisions prompted […]
Previewing the Posters of our ISHI Student Ambassadors: Ashley Welk
Mitochondrial DNA analysis is an alternative to conventional STR typing for challenging samples because of its characteristic high copy number. Traditionally, Sanger-based sequencing methods have been used for whole mitochondrial genome sequencing, but labor-intensive workflows and limited multiplexing ability present significant limitations. The evolution of massively parallel sequencing (MPS) provides a method for higher sample […]
