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Study Shows Where to Sample Drug Bags for Max DNA Recovery

A new study from researchers at Flinders University aims to guide investigators on which area of the plastic bag may be most informative when sampling for DNA. read more
Genealogy Identifies Classmate Who Murdered Student at School in 1977

In March 1977, Honolulu, Hawaii resident Dawn Momohar was murdered at McKinley High School where she was a sophomore. Her body was discovered on the second floor of a school building. read more
New Lab Expected to Enhance Evidence Processing, Speed Analysis Time

The new lab will feature a dedicated chemistry unit specializing in testing and analyzing controlled substances. read more
University Awarded $1 M to Develop Digital Media Forensics Platform

The project is dedicated to designing an all-in-one digital media forensics platform that meets the specific needs of journalists and forensic analysts. read more
Boulder Police Unveil Blue Envelope Program, First of its Kind in State

The Boulder Police Department is honored to introduce the Blue Envelope Program as a new tool to help police interact and communicate more effectively with those needing additional accommodations or awareness. read more
Cold Case Task Force IDs 1985 Victim of Serial Killer Duo

In November 2022, the Calaveras Cold Case Task Force—a non-profit group funded entirely by donations—conducted a reexamination of unidentified remains found in 1985. read more
Despite Minimal Matches, DNA Doe Project IDs 2020 John Doe

Despite this hurdle, the team discovered that the John Doe was likely a descendant of a couple who were both born in Maryland in the early 1800s. read more
SAKI Program Helps Solve 1996 Cold Case Murder of Elderly Woman

Two years later, in 2023, while reviewing Searight’s case information, investigators determined the swabs taken from Cady’s injured hand were also eligible to be submitted for further analysis under the SAKI Program. read more
University's Forensic Lecture Series Begins This Week

Animals in police work, gun crime and medical examination are among the topics of the spring seminar series, which begins Jan. 31. read more
Advancing the Role of Forensic Evidence for Prosecutors in Punjab

Funded by the U.S. Embassy’s Office of International Narcotics and Law Enforcement, the training aimed to strengthen prosecutorial outcomes by equipping officers with the skills necessary to manage and present forensic evidence in criminal trials effectively. read more
[Live Event] Improve Accuracy and Efficiency with ABIS

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Reports Highlight Idaho Forensic Lab’s New Programs, 2024 Efforts

Two recently released reports are showcasing the efforts of the Idaho State Police Forensic Services in 2024, including a new drug pilot program and successful SANE training initiative. read more
Othram, FBI, NamUs Identify 2011 Homicide Victim

The remains of a murdered woman discovered in 2011 have been identified as 36-year-old Tannisha Marie Edison. read more
Wisconsin Innocence Project Receives $1.5 Million Grant

This DOJ award will pay for three new staffers as well as new forensic testing. In conducting a historic “look-back” at previous applicants and clients, WIP will focus especially on Black, Latinx and Native American individuals. read more
Enhancing Police Research Partnerships: A Path to Community Trust

In recent years, the landscape of policing has undergone significant scrutiny and transformation, driven by calls for reform in the interests of greater accountability, transparency, and trustworthiness among police officers, analysts, and academic researchers to address pressing questions that have... read more