As we prepare for Hurricane Milton, our GFJC offices are closed today, October 7, through at least Wednesday, October 9, for the safety of our staff.
Global Forensic and Justice Center
Public Safety
Miami, Florida 6,683 followers
Uniting the Sciences for Justice
About us
The GFJC coordinates all forensic science and criminal justice efforts at FIU. Our purpose is equitable justice through science, scholarship, and service. Our structure builds on four established focus areas - Academia, Industry, Technology and International Justice - dramatically expanding the university's footprint and providing unparalleled opportunities for students, postdocs, faculty, practitioners and agencies worldwide.
- Website
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http://gfjc.fiu.edu
External link for Global Forensic and Justice Center
- Industry
- Public Safety
- Company size
- 5,001-10,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Miami, Florida
- Type
- Educational
- Founded
- 2018
- Specialties
- Training Design & Delivery, Laboratory Assessments & Audits, Technology Test & Evaluation, Video Production, Forensic Market Consulting, Law Enforcement Training, Site Exploitation Training, Forensic Equipment & Specialized Kits, Web design, Crime Scene Training, Military training, and International training and consulting
Locations
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Primary
11200 SW 8th St
Miami, Florida 33174, US
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8285 Bryan Dairy Road
Suite 125
Largo, FL 33777, US
Employees at Global Forensic and Justice Center
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Jarrett Kolthoff
Head of Cyber, Zurich Resilience Solutions
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Kevin Lothridge
Deputy Executive Director Global Forensic Justice Center at Florida International University
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Chris Esposito
DOMEX Training Manager at Global Forensic and Justice Center at Florida International University
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Ashley Cooper
Coordinator, Administrative Services at GFJC
Updates
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Hung-Jen Wu is Building the Future of Forensic Science. As an associate professor at Texas A&M University, his research interests include portable sensor development to support the detection of illicit drugs and controlled substances. As a new member of CARFS, he's excited to work directly with the men and women who will potentially utilize his sensor in the unique, collaborative research environment. To work with Dr. Hung-Jen Wu and our entire network of researchers, visit forensicresearch.org. CARFS is here to connect academia to industry for a stronger tomorrow.
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We're #hiring a new MEDEX Trainer (533537) in Fayetteville, North Carolina Metropolitan Area. Apply today or share this post with your network.
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We're building the future of forensic science. The next member meeting of the Center for Advanced Research in Forensic Science (CARFS) is scheduled for January 14-16, 2025 at the GFJC offices in Largo, FL. As the lead University site, Florida International University is joined with Texas A&M University and Sam Houston State University and proud to support our industry and researcher members. It's more than a meeting. It's a chance for industry partners to convene and collaborate directly with the researchers, review submitted proposals, request research on industry-driven topics, and vote on project funding. To learn more about the benefits of membership in CARFS, as a research or industry advisory board member, please visit forensicresearch.org.
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"Science is about uncertainty. That's why you keep doing science; to keep answering questions." - Angela Nicoletti at the 2024 Global Forensic Science Symposium From research to practical training, we're here to keep moving forensic science forward.
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Nearly 4,000 people have had wrongful convictions overturned. Florida International University's Hannah Gorman shares how forensic science has played a pivotal role in these cases. As we reflect on today's International #WrongfulConvictionDay, we're proud to help continue to move forensic science forward to not only bring justice for victims of crime, but for the innocent to be freed. Watch her full interview at https://lnkd.in/est_rURR.
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Adapting technology for forensic uses is nothing new. The Research Forensic Library includes few articles from the 1900s showcasing the cutting-edge technology of cameras in questioned document cases. Read more and sign up for the Daily Digest at forensiclibrary.org.
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Headed to the Association of Forensic Quality Assurance Managers Conference? Don't miss out on two chances to hear from our experts. Max M. Houck, PhD, and Elizabeth Yourkievitz will co-present today at 11:15 a.m. on "Connected Communications." Tomorrow, Max Houck presents the Keynote Address, "Asymmetry, Transparency, and Relationships, A Case Study," at 8 a.m.
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SAVE THE DATE! Join this virtual open house for our Professional Science Master's in Forensic Science program October 30 at 1:30 pm. Join Max M. Houck and Lynnmarie Highsmith, MS and learn about the TWO tracks (Forensic Science Management and Veterinary Forensic Science Investigation), how to apply, and how this online program can fit into your busy life. Register now at go.fiu.edu/PSMFSOpenHouse
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Time is running out for our September sale! Don’t miss out on the chance to brush up on the basics of CSI with our three flagship courses for $100 or LESS! That includes Introduction to Crime Scene Investigation, Intermediate Crime Scene Investigation, and Digital Crime Scene Photography. Originally developed with BJA and the U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs (OJP), we’re proud to offer these courses at an affordable price for any agency or novice to use. These self-paced courses are available now at shop.gfjc.fiu.edu. No coupon necessary!