Session 5: Graduate Research Fellows

Session Overview: This closing session spotlight outstanding research by NIJ Graduate Research Fellows, representing the next generation of forensic scientists. 

Goals: 

• Highlight exceptional graduate student research across all forensic disciplines
• Promote career development and mentorship opportunities in forensic science

Expected Outcomes: 

• Graduate Research Fellows will gain experience presenting to practitioner audiences
• Enhanced awareness of the academic forensic science pipeline and future research directions
• Networking opportunities between students, researchers, and potential employers

Target Audience: Forensic scientists across all disciplines, academic researchers, laboratory administrators, and graduate students