Taking place on Saturday May 26, the workshops will be led by Jon Wright, a forensic scientist from Derby University.
The workshops will include a mock crime scene which visitors will be able to examine and see what conclusions they can draw from it. There will be the chance to analyse your own fingerprints and assess yourself using the ‘bertillonage’ identification (a system that depends on the unchanging character of certain measurements of the human frame).
According to Jon Wright, it is almost impossible for anyone to enter a room or area without leaving some trace that they have been there and he will be demonstrating the different traces which can identify someone.
“It is hoped that some of the activity will be interactive and allow visitors to get a feel for forensic science as it is and not as it is shown on TV!” said Jon.
With the increase in popularity of programmes such as CSI, more and more people are becoming interested in the function of forensic science in everyday life. There is in fact now the documented ‘CSI effect’ which has increased the number of academic institutions offering forensic science based courses.
The day is set to be enjoyed by both children and adults. “Forensic science is a very interesting subject and it can be appreciated by both young and old and it relates well to everyday life and experiences,” added Jon.
There are three workshops taking place throughout the day, at 10.30-11.30am, 12-1pm and 2-3pm. Although the workshops are free, space is limited and booking in advance is essential. Call 0115 9156878 to book your place.
