Forensics
Defying expectations: Michelle’s MSc journey
Defying expectations: Michelle’s MSc journey “I’ve always been really passionate about forensics,” remembers Cranfield scholarship student Michelle Holt. “When I was younger, I remember being stuck inside because of the weather, finding CSI on the ...
Unlocking the secrets of ancient technology with science: the new Cranfield Archaeological Science MSc
We are a society that is very much intertwined with our ‘things’ – they mediate all our relationships. But why do people adopt certain technologies, and reject others? What motivates societies to choose new ...
From Bioscience to a Forensic Investigation MSc
When I submitted an application to the Forensic Investigation course at Cranfield during a rare break from writing my PhD thesis last summer, I could never have anticipated that I'd find myself carrying out a research project on one of the most iconic ships in British history.
Explosive Effects On Structures (EES) module – a day with Alford Technologies
On the 9th of March 2021 a group of us from the Explosive Effects on Structures module embarked on a trip to Alford Technologies in Wells. Alford Technologies specialises in developing explosive tools to support Explosive Ordnance Disposal, Breaching/Explosive Method of Entry and Explosive Engineering communities – so a great place to partake in our first face to face practical of the year. So far that week we had learnt about how blast effects different structures and materials, and it was now time to see some of that theory in action.
Why you should apply for the Cranfield Forensic Institute Excellence Scholarship 2021
Cranfield University’s website also has great resources for potential funding sources, which is updated regularly, and I share this link with prospective students frequently in my role as a student ambassador.
Cranfield’s women in defence: Dr Sarah Morris, Senior Lecturer in Digital Investigation
Sarah’s work in digital investigation and forensics involves her gathering information from digital devices ranging from washing machines to smart watches. It includes supporting law enforcement in their day-to-day operations and providing intelligence for ongoing activities either in the military or police, and providing cutting-edge knowledge of how to work with devices, in particular research methods as devices change so often.