American Academy of Forensic Sciences
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The leaders and flagship of information in the field of #ForensicScience. Register now for #AAFS2025! #ForensicTechnology
Learn more: https://www.aafs.org/annual-conference
Learn more: https://www.aafs.org/annual-conference
Learn a simple, accurate, yet inexpensive method to create a cast of a #FootwearImpression in snow or sand!
Learn more about this method that shows great promise in forensic footwear cases in this recent #JFS article: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
Learn more about this method that shows great promise in forensic footwear cases in this recent #JFS article: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
November 12, 2025 at 6:09 PM
Learn a simple, accurate, yet inexpensive method to create a cast of a #FootwearImpression in snow or sand!
Learn more about this method that shows great promise in forensic footwear cases in this recent #JFS article: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
Learn more about this method that shows great promise in forensic footwear cases in this recent #JFS article: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
Can #Phosphatidylethanol (PEth) reliably indicate alcohol use in post-mortem cases?
A new study examines #PEth in stored post-mortem blood samples, revealing surprising findings about this #AlcoholBiomarker.
Learn more in the #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
A new study examines #PEth in stored post-mortem blood samples, revealing surprising findings about this #AlcoholBiomarker.
Learn more in the #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
October 22, 2025 at 5:04 PM
Can #Phosphatidylethanol (PEth) reliably indicate alcohol use in post-mortem cases?
A new study examines #PEth in stored post-mortem blood samples, revealing surprising findings about this #AlcoholBiomarker.
Learn more in the #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
A new study examines #PEth in stored post-mortem blood samples, revealing surprising findings about this #AlcoholBiomarker.
Learn more in the #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
Do #SolidCopperBullets significantly affect individual characteristics in #GlockMarksmanBarrels?
Learn how 3D technology and algorithms can assist in evaluating changes in firearm barrels in our #JFS article of the week! doi.org/10.1111/1556...
#BulletComparisons
Learn how 3D technology and algorithms can assist in evaluating changes in firearm barrels in our #JFS article of the week! doi.org/10.1111/1556...
#BulletComparisons
October 1, 2025 at 8:09 PM
Do #SolidCopperBullets significantly affect individual characteristics in #GlockMarksmanBarrels?
Learn how 3D technology and algorithms can assist in evaluating changes in firearm barrels in our #JFS article of the week! doi.org/10.1111/1556...
#BulletComparisons
Learn how 3D technology and algorithms can assist in evaluating changes in firearm barrels in our #JFS article of the week! doi.org/10.1111/1556...
#BulletComparisons
Can DNA reveal a missing person’s appearance?
#FLT 10 dives into the latest models and methods in forensic #DNAPhenotyping.
Today is the final day to register! Learn more: events.bizzabo.com/FLT10?utm_so...
#FLT 10 dives into the latest models and methods in forensic #DNAPhenotyping.
Today is the final day to register! Learn more: events.bizzabo.com/FLT10?utm_so...
September 9, 2025 at 4:14 PM
Can DNA reveal a missing person’s appearance?
#FLT 10 dives into the latest models and methods in forensic #DNAPhenotyping.
Today is the final day to register! Learn more: events.bizzabo.com/FLT10?utm_so...
#FLT 10 dives into the latest models and methods in forensic #DNAPhenotyping.
Today is the final day to register! Learn more: events.bizzabo.com/FLT10?utm_so...
No neck bone, no problem!
A new study demonstrates how severe overexposure issues in #SkullRadiography can be corrected using a simple, low-cost #3DPrinted positioning device that standardizes the imaging process.
More in #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
A new study demonstrates how severe overexposure issues in #SkullRadiography can be corrected using a simple, low-cost #3DPrinted positioning device that standardizes the imaging process.
More in #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
September 3, 2025 at 5:29 PM
No neck bone, no problem!
A new study demonstrates how severe overexposure issues in #SkullRadiography can be corrected using a simple, low-cost #3DPrinted positioning device that standardizes the imaging process.
More in #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
A new study demonstrates how severe overexposure issues in #SkullRadiography can be corrected using a simple, low-cost #3DPrinted positioning device that standardizes the imaging process.
More in #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
Upcoming FREE #ForensicStandards training webinar!
Register now to better your understanding and implementation of the standard test method for the forensic comparison of glass.
Full webinar description and registration: accounts.aafs.org/iCore/Events...
Register now to better your understanding and implementation of the standard test method for the forensic comparison of glass.
Full webinar description and registration: accounts.aafs.org/iCore/Events...
August 11, 2025 at 4:55 PM
Upcoming FREE #ForensicStandards training webinar!
Register now to better your understanding and implementation of the standard test method for the forensic comparison of glass.
Full webinar description and registration: accounts.aafs.org/iCore/Events...
Register now to better your understanding and implementation of the standard test method for the forensic comparison of glass.
Full webinar description and registration: accounts.aafs.org/iCore/Events...
A new study shows #FirearmExaminers made 43.5% more inconclusive calls when they knew they were being tested.
This Hawthorne effect shows why #BlindTesting is essential in forensic science.
Exciting research published in #JFS! doi.org/10.1111/1556...
This Hawthorne effect shows why #BlindTesting is essential in forensic science.
Exciting research published in #JFS! doi.org/10.1111/1556...
August 6, 2025 at 5:25 PM
A new study shows #FirearmExaminers made 43.5% more inconclusive calls when they knew they were being tested.
This Hawthorne effect shows why #BlindTesting is essential in forensic science.
Exciting research published in #JFS! doi.org/10.1111/1556...
This Hawthorne effect shows why #BlindTesting is essential in forensic science.
Exciting research published in #JFS! doi.org/10.1111/1556...
Today is the deadline to submit your abstract to present at #AAFS2026 in New Orleans!
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August 1, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Today is the deadline to submit your abstract to present at #AAFS2026 in New Orleans!
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The deadline to submit an abstract to present your research at #AAFS2026 in New Orleans is this Friday, August 1!
Dive into President Collins' them of #BackToBasics and help the AAFS continue to make advancements in forensic science.
www.aafs.org/annual-confe...
Dive into President Collins' them of #BackToBasics and help the AAFS continue to make advancements in forensic science.
www.aafs.org/annual-confe...
July 29, 2025 at 4:34 PM
The deadline to submit an abstract to present your research at #AAFS2026 in New Orleans is this Friday, August 1!
Dive into President Collins' them of #BackToBasics and help the AAFS continue to make advancements in forensic science.
www.aafs.org/annual-confe...
Dive into President Collins' them of #BackToBasics and help the AAFS continue to make advancements in forensic science.
www.aafs.org/annual-confe...
DNAmix21 evaluated 765 responses from 106 participants from 52 different labs to determine the accuracy and variability of DNA mixture analyses and interpretation.
How consistent were their findings?
This new research is now free to read in #JFS! doi.org/10.1111/1556...
How consistent were their findings?
This new research is now free to read in #JFS! doi.org/10.1111/1556...
July 9, 2025 at 5:14 PM
DNAmix21 evaluated 765 responses from 106 participants from 52 different labs to determine the accuracy and variability of DNA mixture analyses and interpretation.
How consistent were their findings?
This new research is now free to read in #JFS! doi.org/10.1111/1556...
How consistent were their findings?
This new research is now free to read in #JFS! doi.org/10.1111/1556...
Fingerprints never lie, but humans can.
A new study exposes the hidden sources of error behind #fingerprint examinations with a redefined gage R&R method. Can we trust what we see? #Fingermark #FrictionRidge
Read more in the #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
A new study exposes the hidden sources of error behind #fingerprint examinations with a redefined gage R&R method. Can we trust what we see? #Fingermark #FrictionRidge
Read more in the #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
June 25, 2025 at 5:01 PM
Fingerprints never lie, but humans can.
A new study exposes the hidden sources of error behind #fingerprint examinations with a redefined gage R&R method. Can we trust what we see? #Fingermark #FrictionRidge
Read more in the #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
A new study exposes the hidden sources of error behind #fingerprint examinations with a redefined gage R&R method. Can we trust what we see? #Fingermark #FrictionRidge
Read more in the #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
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An Analysis of Firearm Legality and Lethality in 625 US-based Mass Murders Involving Firearms
"Per capita event and fatality rates of mass murder involving firearms were significantly higher after the Federal Assault Weapons Ban expired."
Study in Journal of Forensic Sciences
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"Per capita event and fatality rates of mass murder involving firearms were significantly higher after the Federal Assault Weapons Ban expired."
Study in Journal of Forensic Sciences
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An analysis of firearm legality and lethality in 625 U.S.‐based mass murders involving firearms
Understanding the relationship between firearm regulations and the lethality of mass murder involving firearms has implications for prevention efforts. We examined 625 incidents of mass murder involv....
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June 19, 2025 at 7:40 PM
An Analysis of Firearm Legality and Lethality in 625 US-based Mass Murders Involving Firearms
"Per capita event and fatality rates of mass murder involving firearms were significantly higher after the Federal Assault Weapons Ban expired."
Study in Journal of Forensic Sciences
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"Per capita event and fatality rates of mass murder involving firearms were significantly higher after the Federal Assault Weapons Ban expired."
Study in Journal of Forensic Sciences
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Can the reciprocating saw blade toolmarks be used to catch catalytic converter thieves?
#CatalyticConverterTheft #ReciprocatingSawBlades
Read more in the #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
#CatalyticConverterTheft #ReciprocatingSawBlades
Read more in the #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
June 11, 2025 at 3:58 PM
Can the reciprocating saw blade toolmarks be used to catch catalytic converter thieves?
#CatalyticConverterTheft #ReciprocatingSawBlades
Read more in the #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
#CatalyticConverterTheft #ReciprocatingSawBlades
Read more in the #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
#Selfies can support #HumanIdentification when clinical #DentalRecords are unavailable or scarce.
Although not error-free, these low-cost methods offer practical forensic alternatives.
Read more in the #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
Although not error-free, these low-cost methods offer practical forensic alternatives.
Read more in the #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
May 29, 2025 at 3:28 PM
#Selfies can support #HumanIdentification when clinical #DentalRecords are unavailable or scarce.
Although not error-free, these low-cost methods offer practical forensic alternatives.
Read more in the #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
Although not error-free, these low-cost methods offer practical forensic alternatives.
Read more in the #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
When postmortem fingerprinting becomes challenging, we innovate!
Our study shows moistened black powder with transillumination improves minutiae clarity & contrast by 75% on carbonized & putrefied tissue.
Read more in the #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
Our study shows moistened black powder with transillumination improves minutiae clarity & contrast by 75% on carbonized & putrefied tissue.
Read more in the #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
May 14, 2025 at 3:30 PM
When postmortem fingerprinting becomes challenging, we innovate!
Our study shows moistened black powder with transillumination improves minutiae clarity & contrast by 75% on carbonized & putrefied tissue.
Read more in the #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
Our study shows moistened black powder with transillumination improves minutiae clarity & contrast by 75% on carbonized & putrefied tissue.
Read more in the #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
Today on #NationalNursesDay, AAFS honors our Forensic Nursing Sciences members who bring scientific expertise and care to trauma survivors.
Your dedication to justice through evidence collection makes communities safer.
About forensic nursing: www.aafs.org/membership/f...
Your dedication to justice through evidence collection makes communities safer.
About forensic nursing: www.aafs.org/membership/f...
Membership in the Forensic Nursing Science Section
Forensic Nursing Science Section members represent the forensic specialist in nursing science, combining the principles and philosophies of the traditional forensic sciences and those of contemporary ...
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May 6, 2025 at 8:30 PM
Today on #NationalNursesDay, AAFS honors our Forensic Nursing Sciences members who bring scientific expertise and care to trauma survivors.
Your dedication to justice through evidence collection makes communities safer.
About forensic nursing: www.aafs.org/membership/f...
Your dedication to justice through evidence collection makes communities safer.
About forensic nursing: www.aafs.org/membership/f...
When a bullet strikes from a long distance, the shooter’s position can sometimes be calculated "backwards.”
This has been tested and confirmed, however some bullets strayed more than expected.
Read more in the #JFS article of the week at: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
This has been tested and confirmed, however some bullets strayed more than expected.
Read more in the #JFS article of the week at: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
April 30, 2025 at 8:35 PM
When a bullet strikes from a long distance, the shooter’s position can sometimes be calculated "backwards.”
This has been tested and confirmed, however some bullets strayed more than expected.
Read more in the #JFS article of the week at: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
This has been tested and confirmed, however some bullets strayed more than expected.
Read more in the #JFS article of the week at: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
On #NationalDNADay, the AAFS celebrates the dedicated experts who transform microscopic evidence into justice. Your meticulous work is crucial to case work and advancing science daily.
Thank you for your commitment the #ForensicScience community!
Thank you for your commitment the #ForensicScience community!
April 25, 2025 at 8:29 PM
On #NationalDNADay, the AAFS celebrates the dedicated experts who transform microscopic evidence into justice. Your meticulous work is crucial to case work and advancing science daily.
Thank you for your commitment the #ForensicScience community!
Thank you for your commitment the #ForensicScience community!
Was it murder or suicide? 👣🕵️♂️🚨
Using modern microscopy techniques for trace inference, investigators have linked material traces on victim’s clothing to crime scenes, uncovering a struggle for life.
Read more in the #JFS article of the week at: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
Using modern microscopy techniques for trace inference, investigators have linked material traces on victim’s clothing to crime scenes, uncovering a struggle for life.
Read more in the #JFS article of the week at: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
April 16, 2025 at 4:53 PM
Was it murder or suicide? 👣🕵️♂️🚨
Using modern microscopy techniques for trace inference, investigators have linked material traces on victim’s clothing to crime scenes, uncovering a struggle for life.
Read more in the #JFS article of the week at: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
Using modern microscopy techniques for trace inference, investigators have linked material traces on victim’s clothing to crime scenes, uncovering a struggle for life.
Read more in the #JFS article of the week at: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
Forensic scientists: Share your experience on cumulative effects of exposure to traumatic experiences for the upcoming JFS Special Issue.
Submit your manuscripts to be a part of this valuable, interdisciplinary platform.
More information here: www.aafs.org/article/call...
Submit your manuscripts to be a part of this valuable, interdisciplinary platform.
More information here: www.aafs.org/article/call...
April 9, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Forensic scientists: Share your experience on cumulative effects of exposure to traumatic experiences for the upcoming JFS Special Issue.
Submit your manuscripts to be a part of this valuable, interdisciplinary platform.
More information here: www.aafs.org/article/call...
Submit your manuscripts to be a part of this valuable, interdisciplinary platform.
More information here: www.aafs.org/article/call...
Ever wondered if you can locate human bodies underwater using a #FishFinder?
Wonder no more! Spoiler alert: The answer is YES. #BodyFinder #MissingPersons
Read more in the #JFS article of the week at: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
Wonder no more! Spoiler alert: The answer is YES. #BodyFinder #MissingPersons
Read more in the #JFS article of the week at: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
April 2, 2025 at 5:54 PM
Ever wondered if you can locate human bodies underwater using a #FishFinder?
Wonder no more! Spoiler alert: The answer is YES. #BodyFinder #MissingPersons
Read more in the #JFS article of the week at: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
Wonder no more! Spoiler alert: The answer is YES. #BodyFinder #MissingPersons
Read more in the #JFS article of the week at: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
Join us for a special standards training webinar that is free to attend thank you to @NIST!
The recommendations within ANSI/ASB BPR 122 will be discussed and examples will be provided of how to apply those to real-world case scenarios.
Register now: accounts.aafs.org/Events/Event...
The recommendations within ANSI/ASB BPR 122 will be discussed and examples will be provided of how to apply those to real-world case scenarios.
Register now: accounts.aafs.org/Events/Event...
March 31, 2025 at 6:25 PM
Join us for a special standards training webinar that is free to attend thank you to @NIST!
The recommendations within ANSI/ASB BPR 122 will be discussed and examples will be provided of how to apply those to real-world case scenarios.
Register now: accounts.aafs.org/Events/Event...
The recommendations within ANSI/ASB BPR 122 will be discussed and examples will be provided of how to apply those to real-world case scenarios.
Register now: accounts.aafs.org/Events/Event...
Purdue University's Department of Computer and Information Technology and the AAFS is conducting a study to assess the well-being of the forensic science community.
This study involves a short survey, which may be completed online: purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
This study involves a short survey, which may be completed online: purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
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March 28, 2025 at 9:21 PM
Purdue University's Department of Computer and Information Technology and the AAFS is conducting a study to assess the well-being of the forensic science community.
This study involves a short survey, which may be completed online: purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
This study involves a short survey, which may be completed online: purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_...
JFS is delighted to announce that Dr. Anna Duggar has been appointed as the Associate Editor for Pattern Traces.
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Duggar on joining the JFS Leadership Team!
Read full #JFS announcement: www.aafs.org/article/jour...
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Duggar on joining the JFS Leadership Team!
Read full #JFS announcement: www.aafs.org/article/jour...
March 26, 2025 at 7:57 PM
JFS is delighted to announce that Dr. Anna Duggar has been appointed as the Associate Editor for Pattern Traces.
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Duggar on joining the JFS Leadership Team!
Read full #JFS announcement: www.aafs.org/article/jour...
Please join us in congratulating Dr. Duggar on joining the JFS Leadership Team!
Read full #JFS announcement: www.aafs.org/article/jour...
How can forensic genetics help distinguish #hemp from #marijuana?
Our study presents two rapid genotyping assays to accurately differentiate the two. #CannabinoidSynthase
Read more in #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
Our study presents two rapid genotyping assays to accurately differentiate the two. #CannabinoidSynthase
Read more in #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
March 19, 2025 at 6:25 PM
How can forensic genetics help distinguish #hemp from #marijuana?
Our study presents two rapid genotyping assays to accurately differentiate the two. #CannabinoidSynthase
Read more in #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...
Our study presents two rapid genotyping assays to accurately differentiate the two. #CannabinoidSynthase
Read more in #JFS article of the week: doi.org/10.1111/1556...