Thank you to all who bid on all of the wonderful items and for supporting the Forensic Sciences Foundation (FSF) Silent Auction Fundraiser. All auction proceeds benefit the Forensic Sciences Foundation, Inc., Endowment Fund, which supports FSF Research Grant Programs. The Forensic Sciences Foundation, Inc., would like to thank and acknowledge those who generously donated items […]
The deadline for submissions of Continuing Education Credit and Certificates was March 18. If you have not done so already, please submit your forms. Certificates will be available on your AAFS Account Portal approximately April 15. Please note that submissions will not be accepted after May 1 for the most recent annual meeting.
Source: Erin G. Brooks, MD, Section Program Chair It is finally spring and thus time to begin making plans to contribute to the 72nd Annual Scientific Meeting in Anaheim, CA, February 17–22, 2020. The meeting theme is Crossing Borders. Drug trafficking, organized crime, and infectious disease would be just a few examples of forensic issues […]
The American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS) Past Presidents Council (PPC) is pleased to announce that nominations are open for the 2019–20 Outstanding Early Career Achievement in Forensic Science Award. The purpose of this award is to recognize outstanding contributions to forensic science research, education, and/or practice during the recipient’s early professional career. The recipient […]
The 2019 Annual Scientific Meeting Volunteers were fantastic! Thank you to Local Arrangements Committee Chair Mark Profili. The support provided by the volunteers was crucial to the success of the annual meeting. AAFS volunteers come from all over the world to support Staff during events and behind the scenes, from assembling meeting bags to assisting […]
Thank you to everyone who attended the AAFS 71st Annual Scientific Meeting in Baltimore, MD. There were more than 4,000 attendees, 564 Oral Presentations, and 446 Poster Presentations. There were more than 450 international attendees representing 63 countries around the world. Please visit the 2019 Annual Meeting follow-up page where you will find Continuing Education […]
The Academy’s Diversity & Outreach Committee, now in its second year of service, is comprised of a Chair (currently, Nikolas P. Lemos, Toxicology) and at least five, but no more than ten, additional AAFS members or affiliates to serve on the Committee for a one-year term with a limit of three consecutive terms. The Committee […]
CRC Press, Taylor and Francis Group is proud to partner with the Forensic Sciences Foundation (FSF) and is a supporter of the 2018–19 FSF/CRC Press Student Travel Grant and Book Prize to assist with travel expenses in attending the 2019 AAFS Annual Scientific Meeting. Congratulations to Vienna C. Lam on being selected to receive this […]
Source: Heather Jefferson, AAFS Accounting Assistant The pre-registration deadline was January 23. Forms must have been received by this date to qualify for the pre-registration rate and to register for Special Functions. Registration forms received after January 23 are processed as on-site registrations. Three Ways to Register Register online through your AAFS Account Portal. Scan and […]
Source: Susan M. Ballou, MS, 2018-19 AAFS President Forensic Magazine, which seeks, identifies, and reports on topics that matter to forensic professionals, has chosen to write a preview of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS) 71st Annual Scientific Meeting to be held in Baltimore next month, February 18–23. The preview highlights intriguing topics, unusual cases, […]
Source: Carla Miller Noziglia, MS, Academy Cup Co-Chair Who will win this year’s Academy Cup—that shining beacon of forensic knowledge that the winning team will earn? Bragging rights are included. Will it be your section? Will you be a participant? Contact your section team captain to be included. The Academy Cup will be held Wednesday, […]
Source: Ronald L. Singer, MS, Exhibitor Liaison Committee Chair The AAFS 71st Annual Scientific Meeting in Baltimore, MD, is fast approaching. As always, there will be a wide array of exhibitors eager to show their latest scientific literature, instrumentation, software, and other services. I would like to encourage everyone attending the meeting to visit the […]
Source: Kristy Kadash, PhD, Section Chair The 2019 AAFS Annual Meeting is just around the corner. To whet your appetite, here is a preview of the sessions and activities being offered by the Criminalistics Section. There are a variety of Breakfast Seminars and Workshops from which to choose, covering topics ranging from psychoactive substances to […]
The AAFS Annual Meeting Pre-Registration deadline is Wednesday, January 23rd. The deadline is firm. Attendance at all Special Functions (workshops, special sessions, and breakfast and luncheon seminars) is by pre-registration only. Registration forms received after Wednesday, January 23rd, will be processed at the On-Site Registration Rates, and no Special Function selections will be honored. To ensure […]
Source: Alex J. Krotulski, MS, YFSF Committee Chair The Young Forensic Scientists Forum (YFSF) Committee would like to remind all interested young scientists to pre-register for the YFSF Special Session, taking place on Tuesday, February 19, during the AAFS Annual Meeting in Baltimore. The Special Session is filled with presentations from prominent AAFS members, spanning […]
The Forensic Sciences Foundation (FSF) conducts a Silent Auction at the AAFS Annual Scientific Meeting. The FSF depends on donations from members, meeting attendees, and exhibitors for a successful auction. Please consider donating an item that would encourage lively bidding (author-signed books, apparel or coffee mugs with your agency logo, or other fun, forensic-related items). The proceeds […]
Source: Steven C. Clark, PhD, Section Secretary Another year is ending, and the holiday season is here! Now is the time to make your plans to attend the 2019 annual meeting in Baltimore, MD. Hotels around the Baltimore Convention Center fill up quickly because the Inner Harbor area of Baltimore is such a great meeting […]
The Forensic Sciences Foundation (FSF) is pleased to announce the recipients of the “FSF/CRC Press Student Travel Grant Award and Book Prize” essay contest: Meghan Fogerty, MS, Student Affiliate/Criminalistics; Shelby Garza, BS, Student Affiliate/Anthropology; Rebecca L. George, MA, Student Affiliate/Anthropology; Sierra Kaszubinski, BS, Student Affiliate/Criminalistics; Vienna C. Lam, BA, Student Affiliate/Anthropology; Mariah E. Moe, BS, Student Affiliate/Anthropology; […]
As a sponsor of continuing education, the American Academy of Forensic Sciences (AAFS) must ensure balance, independence, objectivity, and scientific rigor in all of its educational activities. All faculty participating in a sponsoring activity are expected to disclose any significant financial interest or other relationship: (1) with the manufacturer(s) of any commercial product(s) and/or provider(s) […]
The Forensic Sciences Foundation (FSF) conducts a Silent Auction at the AAFS Annual Scientific Meeting. The FSF depends on donations from members, meeting attendees, and exhibitors for a successful auction. Please consider donating an item that will encourage lively bidding (author-signed books, apparel or coffee mugs with your agency logo, or other fun, forensic-related items). […]