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Barry Franklin
THE FORENSIC SCIENCE EDUCATION BLOG
The blog provides specific information to help you decide if forensic science is the right choice for you. With the inside scoop on forensic science professors, schools and training programs, as well as detailed information on the steps and requirements to become a forensics professional, the Forensic EDU blog is a fine place to begin your research.
Forensic Science and Investigation Scholarships in 2019
January 24, 2019
Taking on debt to fund a college education used to be a direct path to social and financial advancement, but the latest studies show that student debt actually might hinder it. The good news is that help is out there for those who need it, and there are more scholarships available than ever before.
What is Threat Financing? A Conversation with a Professor
January 23, 2019
Threat financing is the most violent form of financial crime. The U.S. State Department defines threat financing as the funding groups or individuals who pose a threat to domestic, international, and regional security. The term is still new and one with nuanced and evolving applications.
Forensic Science and Investigation Conferences (2019)
January 7, 2019
Forensic science conferences usually consist of lectures and workshops by eminent experts, a space for vendors, and networking opportunities. Such conferences can also be unique educational experiences, and in some cases, offer continuing education credits for attendance.
Five Most Notorious White-Collar Crimes in U.S. History
January 3, 2019
Something in the American psyche both glorifies and vilifies the criminal capitalist. Stories of bootstrapped “rags-to-riches” men and women dazzle the public, while the details of someone defrauding the working people result in cries for blood.
What is Securities & Commodities Fraud? A Conversation with a Professor
December 22, 2018
A new political tide in America is calling for deregulation and even considering rolling back the Sarbanes-Oxley Act. If that happens, the securities and commodities frauds that lay in waiting have the potential to obliterate pension funds and destabilize the global financial marketplace. The need for forensic accountants and financial investigators who have keen minds with integrity to match is dire.
What is White-Collar Crime? Conversations with a Former FBI Special Agent & Professor
December 6, 2018
Some of the most devastating crimes of the 21st century have not taken place in a dark alley, but rather in an air-conditioned office with a fountain pen. A conservative estimate puts the cost of white-collar crime at over $250 billion each year, while others suggest it is closer to $500 billion.
Body Farms and Other Novel Tools of Forensic Education
November 30, 2018
One of the biggest debates in education is how to find a proper balance between theory and practical applications to help students master complex subjects. Focusing on theory can provide a strong foundation, while hands-on experiences provide lessons beyond what can be absorbed in books and lectures.
Painting a Mug Shot with Genetics: A Spotlight on DNA Phenotyping
November 14, 2018
Today, investigators can solve cases using computer programs to generate possible facial images of suspects or victims based on DNA.
Barry is Managing Editor of ForensicsColleges.com, operated by educational web publisher Sechel Ventures Partners LLC, which he co-founded. Barry was previously VP for a financial software company, and currently sits on the board of a K-8 school and lives with his wife and daughters in the San Francisco Bay Area.
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