The Department of Chemistry, in association with Post Graduate Department of Criminology & Forensic Science, Roshini Nilaya, Mangalore organized a Forensic Science Exhibition & Workshop on “Traces and Truths: The Chemistry of Forensic Science on 6 February 2026.
The resource person for the programme was Dr. Saritha Dsouza, Associate Professor and Head of the Department of MSc Criminology and Forensic Science, School of Social Work, Roshni Nilaya. The event was jointly held under the guidance of Mrs. Helen Serrao, HOD of Chemistry and Dr. Saritha who along with the students of PG Department of Forensic Science at Roshini Nilaya organised hands on training and exposure to the various techniques involved in forensic science especially for crime investigation and legal justice. Students also got to analyze evidence using tools such as DNA fingerprinting. The applications of forensic science especially the major branches of forensic science including Forensic Psychology, Forensic Entomology, Forensic Toxicology, Fingerprint Analysis, and Odontology were explained to them.
Dr. Saritha highlighted the wide career scope available in the field. Forensic professionals may work in Forensic Science Laboratories, Police Departments, Central Agencies such as IB, CBI, NCRB, and also in private investigation firms, media, research, corporate sectors, and entrepreneurship. Possible job roles include Forensic Science Technician, Criminalist, Scene of Crime Officer (SOCO), Document Analyst, Senior/Junior Scientist, and others. This exhibition cum workshop offered valuable insights into the nature of forensic science and its growing importance in society. It also provided students with awareness of the diverse professional pathways available in the field.
Total no of students attended: 35
