Marshall University

Overview

The Forensic Technology Center of Excellence (FTCOE) has partnered with Marshall University to help ensure the advancement of current forensic science research, practice, and technologies is explored and disseminated to professionals in the scientific and justice communities.

Marshall University is a public comprehensive university with a rich history as one of the oldest institutions of higher learning in West Virginia and advances the public good through innovative, accredited educational programs. Their vision is to inspire learning and creativity that ignites the mind, nurtures the spirit, and fulfills the promise of a better future.

Scroll down to explore some of our most recent collaborations with Marshall University. This partner page is updated regularly. You can also find the most recent deliverables from this partnership by searching “Marshall University” in our website search bar.

Podcast

Just Digital Forensics Program Development and Outlook

Listen along as Josh Brunty, an Associate Professor of Digital Forensics in the School of Forensic & Criminal Justice Sciences at Marshall University, and Dr. Mark McCoy discuss digital forensics versus cyber security, careers and research opportunities for those with strong computer science backgrounds, and an outlook for the field of digital forensics.

Event

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2022 National Forensic Science Week Ask an Expert

Josh Brunty, an Associate Professor of Digital Forensics in the School of Forensic & Criminal Justice Sciences at Marshall University, provided his expert perspective on the current and future development and challenges within the field of digital forensics and advice for aspiring forensic scientists. 


Funding for these Forensic Technology Center of Excellence resources has been provided by the National Institute of Justice, Office of Justice Programs, U.S. Department of Justice.

The opinions, findings, and conclusions or recommendations expressed in this webinar series are those of the presenter(s) and do not necessarily reflect those of the U.S. Department of Justice.

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