The National Institute of Justice (NIJ) and the Forensic Technology Center of Excellence (FTCOE) are delivering a four-session Virtual Workshop Series: 3D Firearm Imaging from August 21 to September 11, 2024. Throughout this workshop series, attendees will hear from a range of presenters and subject matter experts, including Alan Zheng (National Institute of Standards and Technology), Rachael Gominsky (Federal Bureau of Investigation), Todd Weller (Weller Forensics), Erich Smith (Federal Bureau of Investigation), Carey M Alvarez Bacha (Unified Forensic Laboratory), and Raymond Valerio (Queens County District Attorney’s Office). There are a limited number of virtual seats available for participation in this workshop series cohort, and the application closes on July 5, 2024. This series is intended for firearm examiners or soon-to-be firearm examiners working in laboratories that have recently adopted 3D Firearm Imaging or are considering its adoption soon.
3D Firearm Imaging is a powerful new analytical technique that is becoming more commonplace with forensic science service providers (FSSPs) due to its ability to enhance the accuracy and reliability of ballistic evidence analysis. Despite these advantages, 3D Firearm Imaging remains underutilized because of the high costs associated with the technology, the need for specialized training, and the inertia of transitioning from traditional methods. This comprehensive workshop series aims to provide forensic practitioners with a greater understanding of the intricacies of 3D Firearm Imaging. Spanning several sessions, participants will delve into a range of critical topics, each carefully designed to enhance their expertise and proficiency in this specialized field.