Under the patronage of Professor Dr. Samira Naji Kazem, Dean of the College of Science for Women, the Employment and Rehabilitation Unit, in collaboration with the Department of Chemistry, organized a workshop titled The Role of Chemistry in Forensic Evidence. The workshop was presented by Assoc. Prof. Dr. Maha Kazem, Assoc. Prof. Dr. Inas Abdul Hussian, and Ms. Hawraa Mahmoud.
The goal of the workshop was to highlight the importance of chemistry in the field of forensic evidence, as it plays a crucial role in analyzing suspicious materials and providing precise evidence that can help in solving crimes. Chemistry is used to analyze blood, urine, hair, and other chemical substances that may be linked to a crime, through techniques such as spectroscopy, chromatography, and chemical reaction tests. Experts can determine the composition of substances, aiding in the discovery of evidence that may be pivotal in investigations, such as the analysis of toxins or drugs in the body, which can clarify the cause of death or poisoning. Additionally, the study of chemical traces at a crime scene can indicate the type of crime committed. Chemistry also contributes to promoting justice by providing reliable chemical evidence that allows investigators and courts to reach sound conclusions, ensuring that perpetrators are brought to justice.
