Forensic Science Fingerprints - July 21-25, 2025
Description

Weekly Sessions: (July 7, July 21): Fingerprints, Fiber Evidence, and Hair Analysis
This second session introduces students to the fascinating details of fingerprint analysis, where they’ll learn about different ridge patterns and practice dusting and lifting prints from various surfaces. They’ll also examine fiber evidence under microscopes and look at flame tests, understanding how material transfers can connect suspects and crime scenes. This week emphasizes the flaws in some forensic methods, such as the unreliable nature of microscopic hair analysis, through interactive labs and case studies that challenge students to think critically. Students will gain a deeper appreciation for evidence integrity and explore how the misuse of forensic science has affected the justice system. Through hands-on experiments and the examination of impactful cases, campers will evaluate how science can both support and undermine legal outcomes.
Location:
Moses Brown School
Dates:
7/21/2025 - 7/25/2025
Time:
8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Ages:
Grades 5th - 8th
Cost:
$475.00
Availability:
This session has openings
Registration will end on 7/17/2025.