Category: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)

Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)

This symposium was hosted by the NIJ Forensic Technology Center of Excellence on September 19, 2024. Presentations include –
– A Computational Method for Genetic Identification from Low-Coverage Sequencing Data; Remy Nguyen, University of California, Santa Cruz
– Subadult Skeletal Sex Estimation Method Using Pelvic Metrics and Geometric Morphometrics; Leah A. Auchter, University of Nevada, Reno
– Development of a Matrix-Matched Standard for Toxic Exposure of Hair; Kaitlyn Bonilla, University of Central Florida
– Investigating Physical Activity from Fingerprint Lipids Using Machine Learning; Daphne R. Patten, Iowa State University
– Optimized Demineralization Method Using Bone Slices for Improved DNA Recovery; Ciara Rhodes, Virginia Commonwealth University
– Generalizing Audio Deepfake Detection for Forensics and Security; You (Neil) Zhang, University of Rochester

(Opinions or points of view expressed represent the speaker and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Any product or manufacturer discussed is presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute product approval or endorsement by the U.S. Department of Justice.)

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Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)

This symposium was hosted hosted by the NIJ Forensic Technology Center of Excellence on February 14, 2023.

Presentations include –
– Fracture Mechanics Basis for Comparison Scales of Fracture Matching; HyeokJae Lee, Iowa State University
– Gauge Repeatability and Reproducibility for Matching Fractured Surfaces; Joshua Berlinski, Iowa State University
– Expert Algorithm for Substance Identification (EASI) Applied to Cathinones; Alexandra I. Adeoye and Glenn Jackson, West Virginia University
– Everlasting Bubble Wall for Electroanalysis of Aerosolized Illicit Substances; Kathryn J. Vannoy, Purdue University
– Targeted Genotyping of DNA Isolated from Rootless Hair for Forensic Genetic Genealogy; Balaji Sundararaman, University of California Santa Cruz
– Designing a Novel Reagent and Protocol for Unified Recovery of Nucleic Acids, Proteins, and Small Molecules from Trace and Degraded Samples; Coral Smith, West Virginia University
– Primary Atomization of Blood and Surrogate Mixtures Relevant to BPA; Labiba Imtiaz, Iowa State University

(Opinions or points of view expressed represent the speaker and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Any product or manufacturer discussed is presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute product approval or endorsement by the U.S. Department of Justice.)

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Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)

The National Institute of Justice has long hosted an annual Forensic Science Research and Development Symposium in which NIJ grantees present their research findings to promote the transition of research into practice. This inaugural NIJ Forensic Science Graduate Research Symposium aimed to provide a similar platform for graduate students and early career scientists. The symposium presented an excellent opportunity for new researchers, including current and former NIJ Graduate Research Fellows, to present their work to a broad audience. This virtual symposium was held on Tuesday, September 20th.

Presentations include –
– Utilizing eDNA from Four Biological Taxa Associated with Geologic Evidence for Sample-to-Sample Comparisons and Study Site Separation; Teresa M. Tiedge and Kelly A. Meiklejohn, NC State University College of Veterinary Medicine
– Skeletal Blast Trauma: Determining the Effect of Known and Experimental Blast Events on Trauma Patterns and Fracture Behavior; Petra Banks, Texas State Forensic Anthropology Center
– Quantitation of Fentanyl and Metabolites from Blow Fly Tissue and Developmental Effects of Fentanyl on Lucilia sericata; Joseph Cox, West Virginia University
– Match Probabilities for NGS Data of Forensic Autosomal STR Markers; Sanne Aalbers, University of Washington
– Evolution in the Development and Understanding of GSR Analysis via LC-MS/MS; Suzanne Bell, Tatiana Trejos, and William Feeney, West Virginia University
– Generating Representative 3D Pediatric Healthy Femur Models for Biomechanical Analysis; Keyonna McKinsey, Angela Thompson, Raymond Dsouza, and Gina Bertocci, University of Louisville

(Opinions or points of view expressed represent the speaker and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Any product or manufacturer discussed is presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute product approval or endorsement by the U.S. Department of Justice.)

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Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)

The NIJ Forensic Science Research and Development Symposium is an open meeting where attendees can learn about NIJ-funded research across a variety of forensic science areas. This is one of four videos from the 2022 symposium, which was held March 1-2, 2022.

Presentations include –
– Discovering Clandestine Human Remains Using Unmanned Aerial System Remote Sensing; Daniel J. Wescott, Texas State University
– Microbial Clock of Human Decomposition Accurately Estimate Postmortem Interval; Zachary M. Murchman and Jessica L. Metcalf, Colorado State University
– Progress Towards the Development of a Database of Chemical Fingerprint Signatures for Species Identification of Necrophagous Insects; Rabi Ann Musah, University of Albany, State University of New York
– Question and answer session

NIJ and its Forensic Technology Center of Excellence are committed to improving the practice of forensic science and strengthening its impact by supporting research and development, rigorous technology evaluation and adoption, effective knowledge transfer and education, and comprehensive dissemination of best practices and guidelines to agencies dedicated to combating crime. Advancements within forensic science necessitate a forum to spread information and awareness.

At the symposium, researchers and practitioners meet to discuss, discover, and share new approaches and applications to elevate the status of forensic science and increase its impact. The symposium brings together practitioners and researchers to enhance information-sharing with the goal of moving research from theory to practice.

(Opinions or points of view expressed represent the speaker and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Any product or manufacturer discussed is presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute product approval or endorsement by the U.S. Department of Justice.)

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Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)

The NIJ Forensic Science Research and Development Symposium is an open meeting where attendees can learn about NIJ-funded research across a variety of forensic science areas. This is one of four videos from the 2022 symposium, which was held March 1-2, 2022.

Presentations include –
– Interpretation of Y Chromosome STRs for Missing Persons Cases; Jianye Ge, University of North Texas Health Science Center
– Assessment of Sexual Assault Kit (SAK) Evidence Selection Leading to Development of SAK Evidence Machine-Learning Model (SAK-ML Model); Julie L. Valentine, Brigham Young University College of Nursing
– Interpretation of Y-STR Evidence; Bruce Weir, University of Washington
– Question and answer session

NIJ and its Forensic Technology Center of Excellence are committed to improving the practice of forensic science and strengthening its impact by supporting research and development, rigorous technology evaluation and adoption, effective knowledge transfer and education, and comprehensive dissemination of best practices and guidelines to agencies dedicated to combating crime. Advancements within forensic science necessitate a forum to spread information and awareness.

At the symposium, researchers and practitioners meet to discuss, discover, and share new approaches and applications to elevate the status of forensic science and increase its impact. The symposium brings together practitioners and researchers to enhance information-sharing with the goal of moving research from theory to practice.

(Opinions or points of view expressed represent the speaker and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Any product or manufacturer discussed is presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute product approval or endorsement by the U.S. Department of Justice.)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1dKOStlIhVo

Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)

The NIJ Forensic Science Research and Development Symposium is an open meeting where attendees can learn about NIJ-funded research across a variety of forensic science areas. This is one of four videos from the 2022 symposium, which was held March 1-2, 2022.

Presentations include –
– Accurate THC Determinations in Seized Cannabis Samples for Forensic Laboratories; Walter Brent Wilson, National Institute of Standards and Technology
– Development of Validated UHPLC-DAD Methods with Optional ESI/TOFMS Detection for Rapid Quantification of Δ9-THC and Δ9THCA Among 16 Cannabinoids in Hemp Concentrates; Liguo Song, Western Illinois University
– Quantitative Analysis of Δ9-Tetrahydrocannabinol (THC) in the Presence of THC Isomers in Biological Specimens Using Liquid Chromatography Tandem Mass Spectrometry; Rebecca Wagner, Virginia Department of Forensic Science
– Blood Protein Modification Assay for Retrospective Detection of Abused Drug Exposure; Anthony P. DeCaprio, Florida International University
– Roundtable discussion

NIJ and its Forensic Technology Center of Excellence are committed to improving the practice of forensic science and strengthening its impact by supporting research and development, rigorous technology evaluation and adoption, effective knowledge transfer and education, and comprehensive dissemination of best practices and guidelines to agencies dedicated to combating crime. Advancements within forensic science necessitate a forum to spread information and awareness.

At the symposium, researchers and practitioners meet to discuss, discover, and share new approaches and applications to elevate the status of forensic science and increase its impact. The symposium brings together practitioners and researchers to enhance information-sharing with the goal of moving research from theory to practice.

(Opinions or points of view expressed represent the speaker and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Any product or manufacturer discussed is presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute product approval or endorsement by the U.S. Department of Justice.)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OYfL_Ng4wZU

Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)

The NIJ Forensic Science Research and Development Symposium is an open meeting where attendees can learn about NIJ-funded research across a variety of forensic science areas. This is one of four videos from the 2022 symposium, which was held March 1-2, 2022.

Presentations include –
– Advancing Reporting of Significance from the Analysis and Comparison of Glass Evidence: A Global Collaboration, Jose R. Almirall, Florida International University
– Attenuated Total Reflection Infrared Microscopic Analysis of Simulated Automotive Paint Smears for Vehicle-Vehicle Collisions; Barry K. Lavine, Oklahoma State University
– Analysis of Small Particles Adhering to the Edges of Duct Tape as a Means to Make Associations in a Way That Is Independent of Manufactured Characteristics; David A. Stoney, Stoney Forensics, Inc.
– Roundtable Discussion

NIJ and its Forensic Technology Center of Excellence are committed to improving the practice of forensic science and strengthening its impact by supporting research and development, rigorous technology evaluation and adoption, effective knowledge transfer and education, and comprehensive dissemination of best practices and guidelines to agencies dedicated to combating crime. Advancements within forensic science necessitate a forum to spread information and awareness.

At the symposium, researchers and practitioners meet to discuss, discover, and share new approaches and applications to elevate the status of forensic science and increase its impact. The symposium brings together practitioners and researchers to enhance information-sharing with the goal of moving research from theory to practice.

(Opinions or points of view expressed represent the speaker and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Any product or manufacturer discussed is presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute product approval or endorsement by the U.S. Department of Justice.)

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Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)

This video is one of four from the Virtual Workshop Series: 3D Firearm Imaging, hosted by the NIJ Forensic Technology Center of Excellence from August 21 to September 11, 2024. Throughout this workshop series, attendees hear from a range of presenters and subject matter experts.

Include the presentation Integrating Cadre Forensic TopMatch-3D in NIBIN Workflows, Alexander Luby, Firearms Examiner at Unified Forensic Laboratory.

This series is intended for firearm examiners or soon-to-be firearm examiners working in laboratories that have recently adopted 3D Firearm Imaging or are considering its adoption soon.

(Opinions or points of view expressed represent the speaker and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Any product or manufacturer discussed is presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute product approval or endorsement by the U.S. Department of Justice.)

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Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)

This video is one of four from the Virtual Workshop Series: 3D Firearm Imaging, hosted by the NIJ Forensic Technology Center of Excellence from August 21 to September 11, 2024. Throughout this workshop series, attendees hear from a range of presenters and subject matter experts.

This video includes the presentation" Instrumentation, and Measurement Practices," Xiaoyu Alan Zheng, National Institute of Standards and Technology, and Rachael Gominsky, Federal Bureau of Investigation.

This series is intended for firearm examiners or soon-to-be firearm examiners working in laboratories that have recently adopted 3D Firearm Imaging or are considering its adoption soon.

(Opinions or points of view expressed represent the speaker and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Any product or manufacturer discussed is presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute product approval or endorsement by the U.S. Department of Justice.)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hOG6mk2qwfM

Source: US National Institute of Justice (video statements)

This video is one of four from the Virtual Workshop Series: 3D Firearm Imaging, hosted by the NIJ Forensic Technology Center of Excellence from August 21 to September 11, 2024. Throughout this workshop series, attendees hear from a range of presenters and subject matter experts.

This video includes a presentations by Todd Weller, Weller Forensics, and Rachael Gominsky, Federal Bureau of Investigation Session.

This series is intended for firearm examiners or soon-to-be firearm examiners working in laboratories that have recently adopted 3D Firearm Imaging or are considering its adoption soon.

(Opinions or points of view expressed represent the speaker and do not necessarily represent the official position or policies of the U.S. Department of Justice. Any product or manufacturer discussed is presented for informational purposes only and do not constitute product approval or endorsement by the U.S. Department of Justice.)

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