The Forensic Papilloscopy Seminar, called "PAPILLARY TRACES," is a space for research and practical application dedicated to the study of the techniques, procedures, and methodologies used in the analysis and comparison of papillary traces. In an environment where crime and delinquency present constant challenges to public safety, this seminar will develop technical and scientific skills in analysis, comparison, and their results among the students who participate.
It is comprised of students interested in the field of justice and criminal investigation using papillary traces. The group aims to contribute to the development of forensic papilloscopy research, as well as to train future experts in the analysis and comparison of papillary traces and the study of their data for the resolution of criminal acts and other social investigations.
The Seminar will address relevant topics such as evidence preservation, collection, use of technology, analysis, and comparison of fingerprints. Through practical exercises and simulations of crime scenes where fingerprints are collected, the program will develop observation, analysis, and teamwork skills, essential for successful forensic investigations.
Training in Analysis and Comparison Techniques: Provide theoretical and practical training in fingerprint analysis and matching techniques, including crime scene preservation, evidence collection, and the proper collection of data related to the crime.
Development of Analysis and Comparison Skills: Develop skills to prioritize the collection, preservation, storage, analysis, and comparison of collected papillary traces, in order to utilize the tools, forensic techniques, and computer equipment available to us.
Application of Technology in the analysis and comparison of papillary traces: To familiarize participants with the use of forensic technology, forensic databases, automated fingerprint identification systems (AFIS), and papillary trace analysis to strengthen criminal investigation capabilities.
The Forensic Papilloscopy Seedbed is based on solid conceptual and theoretical foundations, which include:
PROJECT TITLE | TEACHER MENTOR | CAMPUS |
Unified biometric verification system | Virgilio Marin | Panama |
Virgilio Marín (Panama headquarters)
- De Antón y Barbera, Francisco, Initiation to fingerprinting and other police techniques 3°.
- López Calvo, Pedro, Criminal Investigation and Forensics 3°
- Angulo González, Rubén Darío, Chain of custody in Forensics.
- Ruíz Moreno, Mario Daniel, Practical Criminalistics.