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Science Guides Justice: AIIMS Patna Hosts Landmark CME on Forensic Medicine.

https://aliyesha.com/sub/articles/news/display/bh_forensic_medicine_aiims_patna

#AIIMSPatna #ForensicMedicine #NationalForensicMedicineDay #JusticeDelivery #ForensicScience #News

Enjoy tracker free reading with us. #privacy #privacymatters

Every crime scene holds critical evidence waiting to be uncovered. From securing the area to collecting and analyzing clues, these 10 investigation steps show the precision, discipline, and forensic process investigators use to reconstruct events and pursue justice with accuracy.

#CrimeSceneInvestigation #ForensicScience #DetectiveWork #CriminalJustice #TrueCrime #EvidenceAnalysis

Every crime scene tells a story—but only through careful investigation can the truth be uncovered. From securing evidence to analyzing every detail, these 10 essential steps reveal the precision, discipline, and forensic expertise behind solving complex criminal cases. 🔍

#CrimeSceneInvestigation #ForensicScience #DetectiveWork #TrueCrime #CriminalJustice #InvestigationProcess

Behind every homicide case is a meticulous process—securing the scene, gathering evidence, analyzing clues, and pursuing truth step by step. This guide reveals how investigators turn fragments into facts to deliver justice where it matters most.

#HomicideInvestigation #TrueCrime #ForensicScience #CriminalJustice #DetectiveWork #CrimeAnalysis

Today feels like a good day to start work on a book that I've been pondering for a few months. #writing #ForensicScience #DFIR

A team of Malayali researchers has developed an AI-powered interrogation system, SEMS, designed to detect deception in real time and improve forensic accuracy. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/technology/science/ai-interrogation-system-sems-malayali-researchers-crime-detection-technology-giiu83gn?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #AIInnovation #ForensicScience #LieDetection #SEMS

Detective vs. Crime Scene Investigator breaks down the key differences between solving crimes and analyzing evidence, giving insight into how justice is built step by step.

Read more: https://www.davidthomasthegordianknot.com/detective-vs-crime-scene-investigator/

#DetectiveWork #CrimeSceneInvestigation #ForensicScience #CriminalJustice #TrueCrime #Investigation

Understanding sadism—specifically in its subclinical or "everyday" manifestations—is no longer merely an academic exercise relegated to #forensic #psychology or criminal pathology. As will be explored in this intense analysis, everyday sadism is deeply embedded in the current state of humanity.
#WhatIs #Psychology #BehavioralScience #ForensicScience #Sadism #sflorg
https://www.sflorg.com/2026/03/wi03112601.html

Recent behavioral research demonstrates that deeply ingrained societal myths and stereotypes about male rape directly compromise the judicial process by significantly influencing how potential jurors evaluate evidence, judge credibility, and render verdicts in male-on-male sexual assault trials.
#BehavioralScience #ForensicScience #Psychology #sflorg
https://www.sflorg.com/2026/03/bs03102601.html

How a clump of moss helped convict grave robbers in Illinois https://www.theguardian.com/science/2026/mar/05/how-moss-helped-convict-grave-robbers-illinois #Science #Chicago #Illinois #UsNews #ForensicScience #WorldNews

Disappointing to see the latest HoL report on Forensic Science continues the myth that "defence" forensic science is different to other forensic science. Science is the key element, not who pays the bill.

https://publications.parliament.uk/pa/ld5901/ldselect/ldsctech/256/256.pdf (paras 102 et seq.)

I fear we are will see expansion of a poorly worded set of codes and delays while people wait to be told not just what to do, but how to do it, giving up when they see how expensive it is.

#DFIR #ForensicScience #Forensics #DigitalForensics.

https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/df-research-shouldnt-secret-angus-marshall-iya1e #DFIR #Forensics #research #academia #ForensicScience

I am frustrated, and a little bit angry. Digital Forensics is broken. https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/digital-forensic-research-does-exist-uk-angus-marshall-s6hke #DFIR #forensics #forensicscience #research #academia

The Forensic Science Laboratory Delhi has invited applications for Junior Scientific Assistant posts on a one-year contract basis. https://english.mathrubhumi.com/education/career/delhi-fsl-jsa-recruitment-2026-k5fav4em?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=mastodon #FSLDelhi #ForensicScience #GovernmentJobs #Delhi

I'm exploring how people find best practice for writing SOPs and what it looks like. You can help by completing the survey online at https://forms.gle/t26bsCqtBCwhq2YV9 or downloading a copy from https://drive.google.com/uc?export=download&id=1Xre41M1MSSf-kjSsxI8lHuThf6RvekWq

and emailing it back to me.

Input from ANY industry is useful - and more is probably better.

Responses are confidential and no detail of SOP asked for.

#forensics #SOPs #quality #ISO17025 #standards #DFIR #forensicScience

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Researchers at Los Alamos National Laboratory have, for the first time, used a breakthrough technique with a goal of better identifying the origin of #nuclear materials — a tool that could someday help efforts to prevent the spread of nuclear material around the globe.
#ForensicScience #sflorg
https://www.sflorg.com/2025/12/fs12092501.html

Arrests in Louvre Heist Show Power of DNA Databases in Solving Crimes

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.nytimes.com/2025/11/03/world/europe/louvre-heist-dna-databases.html

Inside the Louvre Jewel Heist That Shocked the World

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.nytimes.com/2025/10/30/world/europe/inside-louvre-jewel-heist.html

2 Louvre Heist Suspects Have ‘Partially Admitted’ to the Crime

https://web.brid.gy/r/https://www.nytimes.com/2025/10/29/world/europe/louvre-theft-suspects-confession.html

DNA Analyst Career and Education Information 2026

Ever been fascinated by how a single strand of hair or a drop of blood can solve a mystery?

That’s exactly what DNA analysts do they decode genetic clues that can identify suspects, uncover family ties, and even push the boundaries of medical research.

👉 Read the full article: https://scholarinfohub.com/dna-analyst-career-and-education-information/

#DNACareers #ForensicScience #Biotechnology

Sparking Young Minds with Forensic Science and Storytelling

Guest Blogger

Sparking Young Minds with Forensic Science and Storytelling

September 29, 2025| Guest Contributor

What do fingerprints, footprints, and fiber analysis have in common?

Picture a group of kids huddled over a table in your library, dusting for “mystery” fingerprints they just read about in a story. Their eyes widen as the patterns appear! It’s discovery, excitement, and learning all at once.

Fingerprints, footprints, and fibers found at crime scenes are types of forensic trace evidence. They help solve mysteries and uncover what happened at a location. Kids love solving mysteries—and they love playing detective. These clues can spark curiosity and imagination while introducing cause and effect.

From Crime Labs to Library Tables

My background in biotechnology and forensic science, combined with my passion for STEMM education, has shaped how I bring science to life for children. Kids of all ages are naturally curious, especially when they’re solving mysteries or exploring the world around them.

I asked myself: How can I capture the thrill of scientific discovery in a way children can enjoy and understand?

The answer came by blending playful storytelling with hands-on science activities. Each letter of the alphabet became a chance to introduce a real-world forensic concept—from “A is for Analysis” to “Z is for Zero Contamination.” One of the biggest challenges was taking complex science and translating it into language kids could understand, without losing its meaning.

Librarians face similar challenges. Turning complicated ideas into age-appropriate, engaging content is a powerful way to bring STEMM into storytime and library programming. Whether it’s exploring forensic mysteries with fingerprint kits after reading a picture book or hosting a scavenger hunt for “evidence,” these science activities can be both fun and educational.

Why Forensic Literacy Matters in Early Education

Forensic science isn’t just about solving crimes—it’s about developing observation, reasoning, and ethical thinking. Introducing these skills early can help children become thoughtful problem-solvers for life.

By bringing forensic science activities into early
education, we give children tools that go beyond
the lab. These hands-on lessons encourage logical
reasoning, attention to detail, and critical thinking,
all while turning science into a fun and interactive
experience.

Simple Forensic Activities for Library Programming

Looking for easy ways to bring forensic science into your programs? Try these:

• Fingerprint Fun: Have kids “dust” for their own fingerprints using pencils, tape, and paper. Pair this with a mystery-themed picture book.
• Fiber Detective: Provide small fabric samples and magnifying glasses. Kids can compare fibers to guess which “suspect” they came from.
• Animal Track Hunt: Hide paper animal tracks around the library and challenge kids to match them to the right animals.
• Fruit DNA Extraction: For older children, extract DNA from strawberries—a simple way to connect biology to real-world science.
• Invite a Local Expert: Host a Q&A with a forensic scientist or local law enforcement to help inspire future investigators.

These activities support inquiry-based learning and align with science standards in fun, meaningful ways!

Encouraging Lifelong Curiosity

During a recent STEMM demo, a child looked up at me wide- eyed and asked, “Can I be a scientist too?” That moment reminded me why early exposure matters. Children often see themselves in the roles we show them—whether that’s a storyteller, an explorer, or a scientist.

Librarians can open those doors. Every mystery solved during
storytime, every question encouraged in a program, helps build a
generation of critical thinkers, innovators, and problem-solvers.

Continue/Read Original Article: https://www.alsc.ala.org/blog/2025/09/sparking-young-minds-with-forensic-science-and-storytelling/

#2025 #ALA #ALSC #America #AmericanLibraryAssociation #Books #Children #Coaching #Education #ForensicScience #History #Librarians #Libraries #Library #LibraryOfCongress #PlayResearcher #Reading #Storytelling #Teaching #TheAssociationForLibraryServiceToChildren #UnitedStates #YoungMinds #YoungPeople

Term Professor Forensic Science (Open-Rank)
George Mason University

George Mason University’s Forensic Science Program is seeking a #ForensicScience #Chemistry Professor (open-rank, NTT, renewable)!

See the full job description on jobRxiv: https://jobrxiv.org/job/george-mason-university-27778-term-professor-forensic-science-open-rank/

#forensicscience #toxicology #ScienceJobs #hiri...
https://jobrxiv.org/job/george-mason-university-27778-term-professor-forensic-science-open-rank/?fsp_sid=263

Oxford University Press to stop publishing China-sponsored science journal https://www.theguardian.com/science/2025/jul/16/oxford-university-press-stop-publishing-china-sponsored-academic-journal-forensic-sciences-research #UniversityofOxford #Highereducation #Forensicscience #AsiaPacific #Worldnews #Academics #Education #Genetics #Science #Uyghurs #Ethics #China

Slightly selfish post. My written evidence to the APPG commission on forensic science was written 2 years before their report was published. You can read both.

My evidence : https://www.researchgate.net/publication/392518374_Written_evidence_to_the_All-Party_Parlianentary_Group_on_Miscarriages_of_Justice_Westminster_Commission_on_Forensic_Science_Personal_Submission

The report : https://futurejustice.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/FS_Digital.pdf #DigitalForensics #DFIR #ForensicScience #Forensics #Law #Justice

Miscarriages of justice more likely due to forensic science crisis, report finds https://www.theguardian.com/law/2025/jun/09/forensic-science-crisis-miscarriages-of-justice-england-and-wales-report #UKcriminaljustice #Forensicscience #Politics #Science #Police #UKnews #Crime #Law

Wednesday 17 April 1963

A “millionaire-class” mini-car conversion with electrically-operated windows and a chromium-plated gear lever, is announced today by Harold Radford, the London coach-building firm. It is based on the £567 mini-car with the Cooper engine, and will cost £1,088.

#SocialHistory #History #Motoring #Space #Cricket #1960s #ForensicScience

Hawaii man freed after 30 years in prison due to new DNA evidence https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/feb/24/hawaii-man-freed-gordon-cordeiro #Forensicscience #UScrime #Hawaii #USnews

Forensic science centre that inspired BBC show Traces at risk of closure https://www.theguardian.com/science/2025/feb/23/forensic-science-centre-that-inspired-bbc-show-traces-at-risk-of-closure #UniversityofDundee #Forensicscience #Highereducation #Education #Research #Scotland #Science #UKnews