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*T-shirt sizes guaranteed until 3/13/2026. Shirts and sizes after this date will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

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If you are a member in good standing with another forensic organization, please provide your member information here.

COVID-19 Statement*

By attending this meeting, I agree to follow any and all safety measures set by state and local governments, venue management, and/or The Southern Association of Forensic Scientists (SAFS) to protect against the spread of COVID-19. This may include, but is not limited to, masks and physical distancing. Vaccination against the COVID-19 virus is encouraged but will not be required for attendance. I also acknowledge that attendance at this meeting is at my own risk and neither SAFS nor Hilton can be held responsible for any illness or injury which occurs as a result of attendance at this meeting.

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I hereby give SAFS consent to record, videotape, and photograph my image during all meeting activities. I understand that no special compensation will be provided to me for use of my image and that I may not be informed in advance of the specific use of my image

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Contact Information Release Statement to Vendors*

I hereby give SAFS consent to provide my email to registered vendors.

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By registering for this meeting, you acknowledge and agree that your registration information, including your name, employer, discipline, and email address, and any dietary restrictions provided, may be shared with select vendors and event partners to facilitate event logistics, provide relevant information about the meeting, and enhance your attendee experience.

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Conference Registration*

Note: Students must be currently registered in a curriculum leading to a career in Forensic Science to qualify.

Event Attendance

In order to plan appropriate space and meals, we ask that you indicate if you plan on attending the included events by checking the appropriate box(es) below. Thank you for your assistance.

Wednesday Evening Vendor Reception
Thursday Breakfast
Thursday Lunch with Business Meeting
Thursday Evening Banquet

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Optional Add-Ons

One of each is included in the meeting registration fee (see above). This section is for additional tickets/t-shirts for colleagues, spouses, children, etc.

Banquet Tickets (Thursday Evening)

Price: $85.00

TopGolf Tickets (Tuesday Evening)

Price: $30.00

T-Shirts

Price: $15.00

*Must be picked up at check-in

Indicate T-Shirt Size (unisex)

*T-shirt sizes guaranteed until 3/13/2026. Shirts and sizes after this date will be on a first-come, first-served basis.

Refund Policy

Before March 13, 2026 – 100% After March 30, 2026 – No refunds Full refunds or transfers to a future event will be issued if the meeting is cancelled by SAFS

Workshops

For those attending only workshops, no registration fee is required.
Workshop registration includes snack breaks and lunch.
Workshop space is limited and will be filled on a first come, first served basis.
The SAFS Meeting Committee reserves the right to cancel any workshops if timely registrations are not received for the minimum number of participants. Registration numbers will be evaluated by mid-March.
Notification and full refund of the workshop fee will be made for those workshops cancelled by the Meeting Planning Committee

Tuesday, April 14, 2026

Intro to Writing Agilent Macros (8:00-5:00)

Not Attending ($0)
Member ($350)
Non-Member ($400)

Building Emotional Resiliency for Forensic Professionals: Thriving in High-Stress Environments (8:00-12:00)

Not Attending ($0)
Member ($175)
Non-Member ($200)

Drawing the Line: Forensic Strategies for Hemp and Marijuana Differentiation (8:00-12:00)

Not Attending ($0)
Member ($175)
Non-Member ($200)

Automated DNA Extraction Strategies for Sexual Assault and Missing Persons Casework (8:00-12:00)

Not Attending ($0)
Member ($175)
Non-Member ($200)

Strengthening Resilience Through Constructive Feedback and Healthy Boundaries (1:00-5:00)

Not Attending ($0)
Member ($175)
Non-Member ($200)

From Seizure to Insight: A Story of Implementation and Training of the RADIAN ASAP (1:00-5:00)

Not Attending ($0)
Member ($175)
Non-Member ($200)

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Biology TBA – BODE (1:00-5:00)

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Member ($0)
Non-Member ($0)

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

Sampling in Seized-Drug Laboratories (8:00 – 5:00)

Not Attending ($0)
Member ($350)
Non-Member ($400)

MassHunter Unknowns and Qualitative Workflows for Forensic Data Analysis (8:00 – 5:00)

Not Attending ($0)
Member ($350)
Non-Member ($400)

Steady on the Stand – Effective Expert Testimony (8:00-12:00)

Not Attending ($0)
Member ($175)
Non-Member ($200)

Improving DNA Reporting and Communication: Takeaways from the Human Factors Report (8:00-12:00)

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Member ($175)
Non-Member ($200)

Introduction to Accreditation and Quality Investigations for the Working Scientist (1:00-5:00)

Not Attending ($0)
Member ($175)
Non-Member ($200)

New DNA Technology for 2026 and Beyond (1:00-5:00)

Not Attending ($0)
Member ($175)
Non-Member ($200)

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Registration for the 2026 Annual Meeting