Faculty Research
Our faculty are at the forefront of forensic science research. Critical examples of faculty research include:
- Methodology for the identification of emerging controlled substances
Exploration of new types of genetic markers to improve forensic DNA profiling
Faculty Spotlight
Dr. Heidi Eldridge for her hard work and vision in developing and securing approval for the new Graduate Certificate in Latent Print Examination, which will launch next academic year. With more than 11 years of experience as a forensic scientist in latent prints, crime scene analysis, and controlled substances—and as a leading researcher in fingerprint comparison validity and forensic communication—there could be no one better suited to design this program. Dr. Eldridge’s expertise and dedication ensure that this certificate will set a new standard for excellence in forensic education.