Author | Lightnews

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · 3h

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...

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · 21d

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

1 2

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · Sep 9

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...

1

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · Sep 3

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...

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · Aug 11

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...

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · Aug 6

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...

2 4

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · Aug 1

Today is the deadline to submit your abstract to present at #AAFS2026 in New Orleans!

www.aafs.org/annual-confe...

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · Jul 29

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...

1

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · Jul 9

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...

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · Jun 25

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...

1 2

Reposted by American Academy of Forensic Sciences

Matthew W Nugent @n00ge8.bsky.social · Jun 19

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

@theaafs.bsky.social

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....

onlinelibrary.wiley.com

5 5

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · Jun 11

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...

1

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · May 29

#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...

4 5

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · May 14

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...

1 4

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · May 6

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...

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 ...

www.aafs.org

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · Apr 30

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...

1 1

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · Apr 25

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!

2

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · Apr 16

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...

1

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · Apr 9

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...

1 1

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · Apr 2

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...

2

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · Mar 31

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...

2

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · Mar 28

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_...

purdue.ca1.qualtrics.com

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · Mar 26

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...

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · Mar 19

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...

1 3

Reposted by American Academy of Forensic Sciences

Center for Statistics and Applications in Forensic Evidence @csafe.bsky.social · Mar 14

There's a CSAFE publication on the list of JFS 2024 Noteworthy Articles:

How Signature Complexity Affects Expert & Lay Ability to Distinguish Genuine, Disguised & Simulated Signatures
—Nicholas Scurich, Miriam Angel, Hal Stern, William C. Thompson
onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/10.1111/...

American Academy of Forensic Sciences @theaafs.bsky.social · Mar 11

For those unable to attend #AAFS2025, we’re thrilled to announce the #JFS 2024 Noteworthy Articles: onlinelibrary.wiley.com/doi/toc/10.1...

The articles are free to access through March 2025.

Congratulations to all authors whose articles were selected to be part of this collection!

1 3