HFSC is an independent forensic science corporation created by the Mayor of Houston. On Twitter https HFSC operates in nine disciplines and is expanding.
The Houston Forensic Science Center is an independent organization created by Houston Mayor Annise Parker to manage the forensic operations, including the Crime Scene Unit, that previously belonged to the Houston Police Department. Its mission is to receive, analyze and preserve physical and digital evidence while adhering to the highest standards of quality, objectivity and ethics.
Operating as usual
Please mark your calendars as the HFSC's board of directors will meet Friday, July 8, at 9 a.m.
Can't make it? Tune in to the live broadcast to hear about the challenges with casework prioritization & more (https://houstontx.gov/htv/index.html)
Here's the agenda:https://www.houstonforensicscience.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Draft-Board-Meeting-Agenda-July-8-2022.pdf
If you're a high schooler interested in a forensic science career, this is the last week to submit your application for the Explorer Program. It's a chance to get real-world, hands-on experience, but spots are limited.
!!Deadline is July 1st
Download application here: https://www.houstonforensicscience.org/hfsc-explorer-program/
HFSC findings highlight the need for blind quality control programs in forensic labs. Our latest article on blind testing in fi****ms found that 40% of fi****ms comparisons were inconclusive.
Want to know more? Click here to read the full American Academy of Forensic Sciences story: DOI: 10.1111/1556-4029.15031
Thank you, Callie Crow with Drew's 27 Chains for training our staff on how to use Narcan in the case of an opioid overdose. Sadly, this is yet another unfolding tragedy that we find ourselves often on the front line. Your time spent with HFSC was invaluable!
Mark your calendars❗️ Our bi-monthly board of directors meeting is on Friday, March 11, at the City Hall Annex (900 Bagby St.) starting promptly at 9 a.m.
Can't make it? Tune in to the live broadcast to hear about the FY23 budget & more (https://houstontx.gov/htv/index.html)
Here's the agenda:https://www.houstonforensicscience.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/SIGNED-Board-Meeting-Agenda-March-11-2022.pdf
🗣️SAVE THE DATE
📣Calling all high school students! Are you interested in a forensic science career? Well, consider attending our virtual information session on March 26 for the Explorer Program, an opportunity to real-world, hands-on experience: https://eventbrite.com/e/276951859467
HFSC's Explorer program introduces high school students to forensic science and the educational and professional expectations for the field
If you know of any high school students that are interested in a career in forensic science, our Explorer Program is a great way to learn more about the field. Click on the link below to attend an upcoming virtual informational session or email [email protected] for more info. https://www.eventbrite.com/e/forensic-science-explorer-program-virtual-info-session-tickets-275777416677
HFSC's board of directors will hold its first meeting of 2022 on Friday, January 14 at 9 a.m. Please tune in to hear about our fiscal year 2023 budget needs, operational reports & more. Here's the agenda:https://www.houstonforensicscience.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Signed-Board-Meeting-Agenda-Jan.-14-2022.pdf
Just a reminder, the office will be closed today and Monday, December 27 in observance of Christmas! We hope you and your love ones have a safe and special holiday season.
HFSC's office closed today due to a burst pipe in the 500 Jefferson Street building. All staff will be working from home.
HFSC's board of directors meets Friday Dec. 10, 2021. Here's the agenda:https://houstonforensicscience.org/meeting/61af7363o52Ht0%202021.pdf
Check out our awesome HFSC staff who volunteer their time to make this community better place for all!!!
Important information shared yesterday at a Lee College panel!
FOX 26 Reporter Randy Wallace explains the dangerous effects some teens are now experiencing after va**ng.
HFSC's board of directors meets Friday November 12. Here's the agenda:https://houstonforensicscience.org/meeting/618a70d4nQZgmagenda.pdf
HFSC's board of directors meets Friday November 12. Here's the agenda:https://houstonforensicscience.org/meeting/618a70d4nQZgmagenda.pdf
Courts ramp up, homicides rise, latent print turnaround times improve and so much more! Don't miss this edition of What's News @ HFSC! -https://houstonforensicscience.org/event/616ee113RKddzr%202021.pdf
Thank you for visiting with us today! Always exciting to meet the next generation of forensic scientists!
Thank you Councilmember Carolyn Evans-Shabazz for visiting HFSC and supporting tbe important work we do!
Don't miss these great conversations about forensics!
Problems in forensic labs have contributed to scores of wrongful convictions, resulting in innocent individuals being imprisoned for years, sometimes decades. In recent years, major scandals have revealed problems at labs because of inadequate resources, lack of standards and oversight, management i...
HFSC's board of directors will hold a hybrid board meeting Friday Sept. 10, 2021. The agenda is posted here: https://houstonforensicscience.org/meeting-archives.php
HFSC board meetings are live streamed. Board meetings are held the second Friday of each month at 9 a.m. and can be viewed here.
Rising requests, training challenges and survey responses! Don't miss this edition of What's News @ HFSC! https://houstonforensicscience.org/event/611cf79eYj0Mut%202021.pdf
HFSC's board of directors meets Friday August 13, 2021. Here's the agenda:https://houstonforensicscience.org/meeting/61126c45NZdBwAgenda.pdf
M**h overdoses, funds, guns and more: don't miss HFSC's July 2021 newsletter! -https://houstonforensicscience.org/event/60f6c1fdXZSEAy%202021.pdf
Thank you again Council Member Letitia Plummer for taking the time to visit HFSC and supporting our work!
Thank you Council Member Letitia Plummer and staff for touring HFSC and supporting the important work we do!!
HFSC's board of directors will meet virtually on July 9, 2021. Here is the agenda:https://houstonforensicscience.org/meeting/60e463e97OmdLAgenda.pdf
HFSC June 2021 Newsletter - what are HFSC and HPD planning for evidence storage? Why are requests up 10%? And so much more. Read all about it!https://houstonforensicscience.org/event/60d9c4a9BI3MGternal.pdf
HFSC's board of directors will hold its monthly meeting virtually on Friday June 11, 2021. Here's the agenda:https://houstonforensicscience.org/meeting/60bf6202DjOpI%20(003).pdf
Read HFSC's May newsletter and learn about changes to CSU, crime lab funding and how better DNA technology is helping deal with identity theft:https://houstonforensicscience.org/event/60acffccAeOvMy%202021.pdf
HFSC's board of directors will meet virtually Friday May 14, 2021. Here's the agenda:https://houstonforensicscience.org/meeting/609a800fD0BZZAgenda.pdf
You won't want to miss the April edition of HFSC's newsletter! Read all about what's going on in seized drugs and how homicides are impacting crime scene and fi****ms:https://houstonforensicscience.org/event/60895133qVxrnternal.pdf
Don’t miss this important discussion!
👀👀👀 Here's a sneak peek at one of the guest speakers that will be presenting at our 6th Annual Fort Bend Drug Symposium next Tuesday. There's still spaces available and time to register! See details below⬇️⬇️⬇️ Houston Forensic Science Center
6th Annual Fort Bend Drug Symposium virtually via Zoom
April 20, 2021~ 9:00am-1:00pm
Register here⬇️⬇️⬇️
https://zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_PM9p-gnXTsO-JYQKHZhz4Q
Want to know more about the Houston Forensic Science Center? Check it out here: https://www.houstonforensicscience.org/
Interested in forensics? Dream of being a CSI? Want to analyze DNA? HFSC has the perfect program to teach high school students all about what we do! Learn all about HFSC's one-of-a-kind forensic Explorers Program and apply today! https://youtu.be/k9-Wda6VC44
All you need to know about HFSC's Explorers Program for high school students
HFSC's board of directors will meet virtually Friday April 9 for its monthly meeting. Here's the agenda:https://houstonforensicscience.org/meeting/606c5d7e4YV2zAgenda.pdf
Houston Forensic Science Center / CEO Peter Stout
Don't miss this month's HFSC news, including what "normal" will look like after vaccinations and an update on the DNA and toxicology backlogs *https://houstonforensicscience.org/event/605b34f4rKNQNh%202021.pdf*
Find out about HFSC's post-vaccine "normal" and what's going on with backlogs in DNA and toxicology
https://houstonforensicscience.org/event/60364e29NNeMhternal.pdf
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