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Aaron is a Forensic Science Policy Professional and Academic specialising in Forensic DNA Databases & Biometrics, Forensic Biology and Genetics. Aaron has an academic background in biochemistry and forensic biology, with research and teaching experience in forensic biology, DNA profiling and forensic DNA legislation/ policy. Aaron's academic portfolio includes leadership of the MSc Forensic Science programme at ϲ, Quality Lead for CSFS accreditation of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, module leadership and teaching in forensic biology, genetics and police investigations.
Through his research and policy work, Aaron has contributed oral and written evidence and reviewed policy reports on forensic biometrics for several groups and agencies including the Scottish Independent Advisory Group on Biometrics, Forensic Genetics Policy Initiative, the Parliamentary Office of Science and Technology, the Office of the Biometrics Commissioner and the New Zealand Law Commission.
Aaron's current research in forensic science policy is focused on developing flexible and research-informed legislative frameworks and policies for the use of forensic DNA in African countries and the use of genetic genealogy databases. His research in forensic biology focuses primarily on tests for detection of body fluids and persistence of body fluids. Aaron has also worked on Northumbria Police commissioned evaluations on out-of-court disposals.
Aaron holds a BSc in Biochemistry (2013) from KNUST, Ghana; an MSc in Forensic Science (2015) from the University of Strathclyde, Glasgow (funded by the Commonwealth Shared Scholarship); and a PhD in Forensic DNA databases (2019) from ϲ (funded by Northumbria Research Studentship). Aaron is a Member of the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences (CSFS) and a Fellow of AdvanceHE.
Aaron's research is multi- and inter-disciplinary, spanning forensic science, law, and policing, with a clear policy-impact focus. His primary research covers the following key themes:
Barbora Kupculáková Start Date: 01/10/2024
Inquiries are welcome on self-funded PhD projects on the above research themes. International students and professionals who are interested in pursuing postgraduate studies in Forensic Science at ϲ may apply for the following scholarships/fellowships if they are eligible.
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(3 Years PhD)
(12 Months Research as part of a PhD in home country)
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(12 Months Masters)
(12 Months Masters)
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