Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn about and witness "the Real CSI."
Join BCSLS for a full day with internationally-acclaimed experts from the SFU Centre for Forensic Research. Hear about the reality of crime scene investigation and learn about cutting-edge techniques in forensics.
October 4, 2008
9:00 to 4:30
Justice Institute of BC
New Westminster
Held in partnership with SFU, the day's speakers are renowned experts in forensic science and real-world crime scene investigation:
Dr. Gail S. Anderson, Ph.D., co-director of the SFU Centre for Forensic Research. Dr. Anderson's work as a Forensic Entomologist has been featured on several documentaries, and Time magazine has named her as one of the century's five innovators in criminal justice.
Dr. Mark Skinner, Ph.D., co-director of the SFU Centre for Forensic Research. A Forensic Anthropologist, Dr. Skinner has had a leading role in major international war crimes and criminal investigations, as an expert in identification of human remains.
Dr. Lynne Bell, Ph.D., Associate Professor in the SFU School of Criminology. As a Forensic Anthropologist, Dr. Bell is an expert in using mass spectrometry in the identification of individuals and of human remains.
Dr. Rolf Mathewes, Ph.D., Professor of Biological Sciences at SFU, and Associate Dean of Science. As a Forensic Botanist, Dr. Mathewes has 20 years of experience in using fragmentary plant remains in criminal investigation. He has consulted in many significant criminal investigations, and more than a dozen murder cases.
Click here to download "The Real CSI" poster.
Early-bird registration rates are in effect until Sept. 15. BCSLS Forensics events sell out, so register early!
Lunch is provided with registration.
BCSLS members: The BCSLS AGM will be held during the lunch break at this event. All members are invited.
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