Foster+Freeman and ELMU Forge Strategic Partnership to Elevate Forensic Science in ASEAN Foster+Freeman is proud to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Enforcement, Leadership & Management University (ELMU) in Malaysia. This landmark strategic collaboration officially establishes a framework to significantly advance forensic science education, research, and technological integration across Malaysia and the wider ASEAN region.The ceremony was formalised by Richard Evans, Regional Sales Manager for foster+freeman, alongside YBhg. Dato’ Hairul Ridza Hayata (Director & Group Deputy CEO, ELMU Education Group), Mr. Kurian Thomas (CTO, ELMU), and En. Ahmad Khairi Ismail (Managing Director, Integwealth Sdn Bhd).

VSC Technology Aids Investigation into "Hagenes Codex": Potentially Norway's Oldest Book .Advanced forensic technology is helping researchers at the National Library of Norway unlock the secrets of a rare medieval manuscript that could rewrite the history of Norwegian bookbinding. The manuscript, known as the Hagenes Codex, is a small Christian hymnbook believed to date back to around AD 1200. Bound in sealskin and preserved for centuries by a local farming family, the book is now the subject of a detailed scientific investigation to confirm its origin and age.To analyse the fragile artefact without causing damage, conservators are utilising the Foster+Freeman

At this year’s ENFSI Fingerprint Working Group, hosted by the Mossos D’Esquadra, regional police of Catalonia, Spain, the conversation focused heavily on Shortwave Reflected Ultraviolet Imaging , a powerful fingermark visualisation technique known for its ability to significantly reduce background interference. The Historic Challenge of RUVIS AdoptionDespite RUVIS’s potential to deliver exceptionally high-contrast fingermarks on challenging non-porous surfaces, its widespread adoption has been historically hindered. Of the over 100 European fingermark experts in attendance, only a handful actively employ the technique, with many citing long-standing barriers: DNA Degradation Risk: Shortwave UV-C radiation is known to degrade potentially valuable DNA evidence.Operator

Strengthening Forensic Science Collaboration Between the UK and Italy .Foster+Freeman recently hosted a high-level Forensic Science Workshop at Villa Wolkonsky in Rome, in partnership with long-standing Italian distributor Rigel.The event celebrated the growing collaboration between the 🇬🇧 United Kingdom and 🇮🇹 Italy in forensic research, technology, and practice—highlighting how shared innovation continues to strengthen global efforts in criminal investigation and justice. Advancing Forensic Science Through International Collaboration The Rome workshop brought together senior representatives from Italian law enforcement agencies, forensic laboratories, and academic institutions. Participants engaged in expert-led sessions covering the latest developments in digital forensics, trace evidence, DNA analysis,

Recent PUM Study Demonstrates The Role of Fabric Colour and Composition in Bloodstain Visualisation Using the Crime-lite ML PRO A study by the Pomeranian Medical University (PUM) provides an interesting assessment of the impact of fabric composition and colour on the visualisation of biological traces and lubricants using the Foster + Freeman Crime-lite® ML PRO.The study showed that both fabric composition and colour are crucial for effective blood stain visualisation. Using appropriate wavelengths significantly enhances blood detection, which is vital in forensic science. Fabric composition greatly affects stain visibility, with materials like polyester, cotton, viscose, and blends responding differently to

Wichita Falls Police Department and Wichita County District Attorney’s Office have added a foster+freeman Crime-lite AUTO to their forensic toolkit. Jointly funded by the two agencies, this new acquisition will empower examiners to undertake crime scene analysis more efficiently, speeding up processes and freeing up valuable time.