Florida International University in Miami, FL

Event Agenda

All Times are in EDT/GMT-4

	Session Title	Speakers
Jun 04 Tue	Registration 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
	Welcome Address from Dr. Walter Van Hamme, Dean of the School of Integrated Science and Humanity 09:00 AM - 09:10 AM
	Bridging Industry and Academia 09:10 AM - 09:45 AM by Kenneth Furton Florida International University
	AI and Forensic Science 09:45 AM - 10:15 AM by Max Houck FIU Global Forensic & Justice Center
	Forensic Technology - 3 Decades of Innovation in Firearm Forensics and Crime Gun Intelligence 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM by Jim Needles Forensic Technology
	Forensic Scientists at the Frontlines: Customs and Border Protection’s Newest Tools to Enhance Border Security 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM by Jonathan McGrath U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Patricia Coleman U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP)
	Lunch (not provided) and Poster Session 12:00 PM - 02:00 PM
	Forensic Nursing 02:00 PM - 02:30 PM by Juan Carlos Nobrega Florida International University
	Analysis of Cannabinoids in Forensic Toxicology: Issues and Progress 02:30 PM - 03:30 PM by Meena Swaminathan Florida International University, Anthony DeCaprio Florida International University
	Networking Reception and Poster Session 03:30 PM - 05:30 PM
Jun 05 Wed	Registration 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
	Welcome Remarks from Dr. Ken Furton 09:00 AM - 09:10 AM
	Science Communication Panel 09:10 AM - 10:10 AM by Mireya Mayor FIU, Heidi Sievers Sievers Forensics, Angela Nicoletti FIU, Lorena Inclán NBC6, Diego Cardenosa Florida International University
	Forensic Genetic Genealogy Case Study 10:10 AM - 11:00 AM by Mitch Morrissey United Data Connect, Joan Hanlon United Data Connect
	Forensic Genetic Genealogy Panel Discussion 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM by Mitch Morrissey United Data Connect, Jennifer Stone Randolph, M.Sc. DNA Doe Project, Danny Hall Verogen/Qiagen, Curtis Rogers GEDMatch
	Global Forensics: Human Rights and International Humanitarian Law 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM by Stefan Schmitt FIU
	Closing Remarks 01:00 PM - 01:15 PM
Jun 06 Thu	Understanding “Error” in Forensic Science: A New Perspective on How Critical Issues Could Improve Our Systems 09:00 AM - 09:30 AM by Anna Heavey PathWest Laboratory Medicine WA
	Macro, Meso, Micro: Conceptual Shifts in Forensic Science 09:30 AM - 09:50 AM by Max Houck FIU Global Forensic & Justice Center
	Shifting the Backlog Narrative: Transparency in Case Statistics 09:50 AM - 10:10 AM by Linda Jackson Virginia Department of Forensic Science
	Forensic Science Standards Development and Implementation: How Thinking Globally and Acting Locally Can Improve the Forensic Landscape 10:10 AM - 10:30 AM by Allison Getz National Institute of Standards and Technology, Vincent Desiderio National Institute of Standards and Technology
	Restoring Public Trust through Public Education and Accountability 10:30 AM - 10:50 AM by Ann Marie Mires Anna Maria College
	How to Become a More Supportive and Inclusive Forensic Science Community: Perspectives from Africa 10:50 AM - 11:10 AM by Vanessa Lynch DNA for Africa
	Emerging Technologies: Forensic Challenges and Opportunities! 11:10 AM - 11:30 AM by Henry Maynard ASCLD
	Obtaining of Reference Materials for Detection of Perpetrators in Common Law and Civil Law Systems. Are Differences Significant? 11:30 AM - 11:50 AM by Dariusz Wilk Jagiellonian University in Kraków
	A Forensic Librarian's Guide to Searching for Forensic Science Literature 11:50 AM - 12:10 PM by Jeff Teitelbaum FIU Global Forensic & Justice Center
	Lunch 12:10 PM - 01:00 PM
	Fast-Track Forensics: Revolutionizing Semen Detection in Sexual Offense Cases 01:00 PM - 01:20 PM by Rathnayake Weerakoonge Ruchira Kalhari Rathnayake Government Analyst's Department
	Development and Utility of Single Sperm Genetic Analysis Methods to Aid in Sexual Assault Investigations 01:20 PM - 01:40 PM by Morgan Peters University of Central Florida
	Study of Informative Ancestry Markers (AIM) by NGS and Their Roles in the Resolution of Court Cases 01:40 PM - 02:00 PM by Lamiaa Mekhfi National Police Scientific and Technical Laboratory
	A Multi-species Reference Ladder Using Two PCR Multiplexes for Rapid Identification of Most Domestic Animals and Human for Forensic Purposes 02:00 PM - 02:20 PM by DeEtta Mills Florida International University
	What’s Newer than New? Automation Technology to Improve Efficiency in the Laboratory 02:20 PM - 02:40 PM by Andre Kartick DNA Labs International, Cristina Servidio DNA Labs International
	StrPhaser Constructs Tandem Repeat Alleles from InDels and SNPs in VCF data 02:40 PM - 03:00 PM by Xuewen Wang University of North Texas Health Science Center
	Getting Flex-ible with Your CE Options 03:00 PM - 03:20 PM by Rachel Oefelein DNA Labs International/Griffith University
	Break 03:20 PM - 03:30 PM
	Challenging Bone Samples Successfully Profiled Using RapidHit ID System 03:30 PM - 03:50 PM by Monica Rockswold FIU Global Forensic and Justice Center
	Solid-Phase Micropipette Tip Extraction and Rapid Detection of Fentanyl & Benzylfentanyl in Oral Fluid using Surface-Enhanced Raman Spectroscopy (SERS) 03:50 PM - 04:10 PM by Joseph Ta Florida International University
	Bones Unveiled: Advancing Forensic Identification with Complete Decalcification Technique 04:10 PM - 04:30 PM by Rathnayake Weerakoonge Ruchira Kalhari Rathnayake Government Analyst's Department
	Investigation of Distinct Odor Profiles of Blood Over Time Using Chemometrics and Detection Canine Response 04:30 PM - 04:50 PM by Fantasia Whaley Florida International University
	Unveiling Novel Frontiers First Identification of 25B-NBOH Drugs in Seized Blotter Papers at Sri Lanka's Narcotic Laboratory in the Government Analyst's Department 04:50 PM - 05:10 PM by Sandya Rajapakse Government Analyst Department, Dammika Kodithuwakku Government Analyst’s Department, Piyumi Wijethunga Government Analyst's Department, Shilpika Hettiarachchi Government Analyst’s Department, Chandani Kumarapeli Government Analyst's Department ,Sri Lanka
	Innovative Instrumental Analysis for Forensic and Pharmacotoxicological Applications 05:10 PM - 05:30 PM by Marcello Locatelli D'Annunzio University of Chieti - Pescara
Jun 07 Fri	Jurors' Views of Experts in the United States and Brazil 09:00 AM - 10:00 AM by Deborah Goldfarb Florida International University, Geri Fischman Focus Litigation Consulting, LLC., Rodrigo Faucz International Criminal Court, Sidnei Filho Graduate Program of Forensic Psychology at the Universidade Tuiuti do Paraná
	Entrenched Bias in Forensic DNA Methods, Reports and Testimony 10:00 AM - 10:20 AM by Greg Hampikian Boise State University
	Preserving Dignity and Justice: The Crucial Role of Forensic Examiners in Police Custody 10:20 AM - 10:40 AM by Hind ABOUZAHIR Medicolegal institute of Casablanca
	How Much Do We Know About Sexting Laws? Differences in Knowledge and Attitudes Between Young and Older Adults 10:40 AM - 11:00 AM by Olcay Karatas Tiffin University
	Update on the Status of Facial Examination as a Forensic Discipline 11:00 AM - 11:20 AM by Steven Johnson Ideal Innovations, Inc.
	Forensic Accounting for Money Laundering 11:20 AM - 11:40 AM by James Cali The Global Forensic and Justice Center
	Is Evidence Being Missed Without the Use of Lasers? 11:40 AM - 12:00 PM by Nathan Carey Foster + Freeman
	Lunch 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
	Shotgun Pellets Ricocheting Off Standard Floor Tiles; A Forensic-Based Empirical Study 01:00 PM - 01:20 PM by Bandula Nishshanka General Sir John Kotelawala Defence University, Sri Lanka
	Similarity Distribution Between Correlated Samples 01:20 PM - 01:40 PM by Neal Schrode Leeds Forensic Systems
	Application of Luminescent and Electroactive Marker to Non-toxic Ammunition in Forensic Analysis 01:40 PM - 02:00 PM by Marcelo de Oliveira Universidade de Sao Paulo
	Real Bullets, Plastic Guns - Evaluating the Strength of 3-D Printed Gun Parts 02:00 PM - 02:20 PM by Maria Mayol John Jay College of Criminal Justice
	Advances in Field Portable Instrumentation and the Potential Impact on the Forensic Community 02:20 PM - 02:40 PM by Patrick Roman Florida International University
	Break 02:40 PM - 02:50 PM
	Investigation of Extraction Protocols for the Analysis and Quantitation of Cannabinoids in Gummy Matrices using Liquid Chromatography and Photodiode Array Ultraviolet Detection 02:50 PM - 03:10 PM by Haley Jensen George Washington University
	Development of an Electrochemical Method for the Determination of D9-Tetrahydrocannabinol and Cannabidiol in Samples of Clinical and Forensic Interest 03:10 PM - 03:30 PM by Marcelo de Oliveira Universidade de Sao Paulo
	Developing Novel Methods for Detection of Fecal Contamination on Agricultural Produce Using Real-Time PCR and Digital PCR. 03:30 PM - 03:50 PM by Sylvia Etim Florida International University
	Fabric Phase Sorptive Extraction: A Green and Complete Sample Preparation Solution 03:50 PM - 04:10 PM by Abuzar Kabir Florida International University
	Decontamination Efficacy Determinations for Clandestine Laboratory Remediation. 04:10 PM - 04:30 PM by Evan Durnal MRIGlobal
	Evaluation of a Comprehensive Raman Spectral Library for the Identification of Soil Minerals 04:30 PM - 04:50 PM by Jasmine Kaur University of New Haven
	Development and Validation of a GC-FID Technique for Detecting Methamphetamine in Illicit Drugs Samples in Sri Lanka 04:50 PM - 05:10 PM by Sandya Rajapakse Government Analyst Department, Dammika Kodithuwakku Government Analyst’s Department, Sarath Premathilaka Government Analyst Department
	The Design and Testing of an Extraction Kit for In-Field Analysis of Opioid Street Drugs 05:10 PM - 05:30 PM by David Schiering Redwave Technology