Organized by the Department of Forensic Science, School of Basic & Applied Sciences, Adamas University, Kolkata, in collaboration with the Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL), Kolkata, Directorate of Forensic Science Services, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.

Adamas University is established under the Adamas University Act, 2014 (West Bengal Act IV of 2014) with a sprawling green campus extending over 120 acres, nestled in Barasat, Kolkata (13 km away from the Subash Chandra Bose International Airport Kolkata). With a focus on multidisciplinary research, education and a learning model that emphasizes active learning, Adamas University (AU) aspires to be globally known for education, research and innovation at the intersection of disciplines. The University has many international initiatives collaborating with industries and educational institutes to facilitate projects, research and student exchange programs. The University has been established with the vision of providing quality education to students to help them become professionally competent as well as academically knowledgeable under the 10 Schools of Studies.

Website: http://adamasuniversity.ac.in/

Located in the scenic green campus of Adamas University, Kolkata, the Department of Forensic Science started its activity in 2020. The vision of the department is to lay the foundational stone of excellence and spur development of the University as a premier institution in the field of Forensic Science. The department is an active beehive of research being carried out in a wide variety of frontier areas as well as high quality Undergraduate, Post-graduate and Doctoral programmes. The research programme of the department covers multi-domain of Forensic Science like Physical Forensics, Chemical Forensics, Biological Forensics, Digital Forensics, Criminalistics etc.

The Central Forensic Science Laboratory (CFSL), Kolkata, under the Directorate of Forensic Science Services, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, is a premier forensic science laboratory contributing to the criminal justice system through scientific examination, investigation support, research, training and capacity building in diverse forensic disciplines.

PATRONS

Prof. (Dr) Samit Ray

Hon’ble Chancellor, Adamas University, Kolkata

Prof. (Dr) Suranjan Das

Hon’ble Vice Chancellor, Adamas University, Kolkata

1. Dr. Keshav Kumar, IPS (Retd.), Ph.D., PSM, MSM
Former DGP, Gujarat Police & Former Director, Anti-Corruption Bureau, Gujarat; Presently Forensic Advisor to the Government of Assam
2. Dr. S. K. Jain
Director-cum-Chief Forensic Scientist, Directorate of Forensic Science Services, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India, New Delhi
3. Dr. R. Suresh
Director, CFSL, Directorate of Forensic Science Services, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India
4. Prof. Avinash C. Pandey
Director, IUAC, New Delhi
Prof. A. R. Bandyopadhyay
Department of Anthropology, University of Calcutta
6. Prof. Chandra Nath Bhattacharya
MAKAUT, West Bengal
7. Prof. Diptendu Chatterjee
Department of Anthropology, University of Calcutta
8. Prof. (Dr.) Keval Krishna
Department of Anthropology, Panjab University, Chandigarh
9. Prof. Adarsh Kumar
Professor, Director FSL Uttar Pradesh, Lucknow.
10. Dr Kapil Dev
Joint Director, RFSL, Ghaziabad, UP
10. Prof. Ashok Kumar Jaiswal
Department of Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, AIIMS, New Delhi
11. Prof. (Dr.) R. K. Garg
Former HOD, Forensic Science, Punjabi University, Patiala
12. Prof. (Dr.) O. P. Jasuja
RIMT University, Punjab, India
13. Prof. (Dr.) Mukesh Kumar Thakkar
Department of Forensic Science, Chandigarh University, Lucknow, UP
14. Prof. Prashant Agrawal
Associate Dean, School of Forensic Sciences, Galgotias University, Greater Noida
15. Dr. Biswajit Ghosh
Principal, Dinabandhu Mahavidyalaya, West Bengal
16. Prof. (Dr.) Krishna Datt Chavali
Professor & HOD, Forensic Medicine & Toxicology, AIIMS, Raipur
17. Prof. Rajeev Kumar
Head Department of Forensic Science, IILM University Greater Noida
18. Dr. Sumit Kumar Choudhary, School of Behavioral Sciences & Forensic Investigations, Rastriya Raksha University, Gujrat.
19. Prof. Rajesh Kumar Yadav, NFSU Campus, Raipur

1. Dr. Ali Raza, Ph.D.
   Department of Criminal Justice, Bowie State University, Maryland, USA
2. Prof. (Dr.) Arun Sharma
   Professor of Forensic Science, National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU), Uganda Campus, Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India
3. Dr. Shikha Sharma, Ph.D.
   Assistant Professor, Forensic Science Department, Henry C. Lee College of Criminal Justice and Forensic Sciences, University of New Haven, Connecticut, USA
4. Prof. Robert Green
   Professor of Forensic Science & Director of Student Engagement, School of Chemistry and Forensic Science, University of Kent, UK
5. Dr. Mir Wasim Raza
   Scientist, Energy Materials & Devices Division, CSIR–Central Glass & Ceramic Research Institute (CGCRI), Kolkata

FORENEX 2026 invites academicians, researchers, forensic scientists, research scholars, practitioners, law-enforcement professionals, industry experts and students from India and abroad to submit original research papers and review articles addressing the rapidly evolving landscape of next-generation forensic science.

The conference provides a multidisciplinary platform for sharing innovative research, emerging technologies, advanced methodologies, case studies, technical developments and professional experiences that contribute to the advancement of forensic science, criminalistics and evidence-based justice.

Contributions are invited for Oral and Poster Presentations from universities, forensic science laboratories, research and development organisations, government institutions, law-enforcement agencies, industry and allied professional organisations from India and abroad.

All submissions must be original and unpublished and should not be simultaneously under consideration for publication or presentation at another journal, conference or proceeding.

Research papers, review articles, technical studies and case-based contributions are invited under the following broad themes. The themes are indicative and not exhaustive; interdisciplinary and emerging areas are welcome.

1. Emerging Technologies in Forensic Science
AI & Machine Learning • Robotics • Automation & Smart Laboratories • 3D Crime Scene Reconstruction • Advanced Imaging • Spectroscopy • Nanotechnology • Emerging Forensic Instrumentation

2. Digital & Cyber Forensics
Cybercrime Investigation • Mobile & Cloud Forensics • IoT & Network Forensics • Blockchain & Cryptocurrency • Deepfakes & Synthetic Media • Digital Evidence • Multimedia Forensics

3. Forensic Biology & DNA
Next-Generation DNA Sequencing / MPS • Forensic Genomics • DNA Phenotyping • Advanced DNA Profiling • Forensic Biology & Serology • Wildlife & Environmental DNA • Molecular Forensics

4. Forensic Chemistry, Toxicology & Drug Analysis
Emerging Drugs & Novel Psychoactive Substances • Forensic Toxicology • Drug & Poison Analysis • Chemical Fingerprinting • Chromatography & Mass Spectrometry • Trace Chemical Analysis

5. Forensic Medicine & Human Identification
Forensic Pathology • Forensic Anthropology • Anthropometry & Human Identification • Age Estimation • Forensic Odontology • Disaster Victim Identification • Disaster & Mass-Fatality Management

6. Crime Scene Investigation & Evidence Management
Advanced Crime Scene Investigation • Trace Evidence • Bloodstain Pattern Analysis • Evidence Collection & Preservation • Chain of Custody • Crime Scene Documentation • Reconstruction & Evidence Integrity

7. Forensic Psychology & Criminology
Behavioural Forensics • Criminal Profiling • Eyewitness Evidence • Violence & Threat Assessment • Criminal Behaviour • Psychology of Cybercrime • Victimology • Contemporary Criminology

8. Forensic Science, Law & Justice
Admissibility of Scientific Evidence • Expert Witness & Testimony • Forensic Standards & Quality Assurance • Laboratory Accreditation • Ethical Issues & Human Rights • Police–Forensic Interface • Forensic Evidence & Criminal Justice

9. New & Emerging Areas in Forensic Science
Environmental Forensics • Wildlife Forensics • Food & Agricultural Forensics • Financial & Fraud Forensics • Forensic Linguistics • Forensic Intelligence • Forensic Accounting • Forensic Engineering • Interdisciplinary & Future Directions

Abstract Submission
Authors are invited to submit a one-page abstract of not more than 300 words. The abstract should clearly present the Background/Introduction, Objectives, Methodology, Key Findings/Results, Conclusion/Significance and 4–6 Keywords.
Formatting Guidelines
• Title: Times New Roman, 14 pt, Bold
• Author Names: Times New Roman, 12 pt
• Affiliation: Times New Roman, 11–12 pt
• Abstract Text: Times New Roman, 12 pt
• Keywords: Times New Roman, 12 pt
• Line Spacing: 1.15
• Alignment: Justified
• Page Size: A4
• Margins: 1 inch on all sides
Full-Length Paper
Authors of accepted abstracts may be invited to submit a full-length paper for consideration. The paper should preferably follow: Title → Author(s) & Affiliation → Abstract → Keywords → Introduction → Methodology → Results → Discussion → Conclusion → References.
Originality & Research Ethics
• The submitted work must be original and unpublished.
• The paper must not be simultaneously submitted to another journal or conference.
• Authors are responsible for the originality, accuracy and integrity of their work.
• Appropriate permissions must be obtained for copyrighted figures, photographs, datasets or other third-party materials.
• Plagiarism, fabrication, falsification or duplicate publication may result in rejection or withdrawal.
ORAL & POSTER PRESENTATIONS
ORAL PRESENTATION
Selected research papers will be presented during the technical sessions of FORENEX 2026.
POSTER PRESENTATION
Selected contributions will be presented as scientific posters, providing opportunities for interactive discussion and knowledge exchange with experts, researchers and participants.
Note: The final mode of presentation will be determined by the Scientific Committee based on the relevance, quality and suitability of the submitted contribution.
AWARDS & RECOGNITION
Outstanding research and scientific presentations will be recognised through:
• Best Oral Presentation Award
• Best Poster Presentation – 1st Prize
• Best Poster Presentation – 2nd Prize
• Best Poster Presentation – 3rd Prize
• Young Researcher Recognition
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
• International Speakers & Experts
• Plenary Sessions & Keynotes
• Technical Sessions & Paper Presentations
• Workshops, Hands-on Training & Exhibitions
• Best Paper / Presentation & Young Researcher Awards
• Global Networking Opportunities
REGISTRATION
• Students: ₹1,000
• Faculty / Scientist: ₹2,000
• Industry / Sponsored Participants: ₹3,000
Registration includes conference kit, access to conference sessions, certificate, refreshments and lunch.

Registration link : https://forms.gle/CgtCxWXa2Zzrf8sw6

Conference Email: forenex2026@adamasuniversity.ac.in

Bank detail

Name: Adamas University

Bank Name: Bank of India

Branch Name: AIT Campus

Account No.: 415620110000033

IFSC Code: BKID0004156

Contact Detail, Faculty Representative: +91-9855771124, +91-9450902377, +91 8100477198