At this year’s conference TESSA seeks to go “Beyond the Margins” and explore ways to serve all Texans, not just the people who traditionally walk through our doors. It challenges us to see who is missing and what we can do to be more inclusive. Beyond the Margins also signifies our desire to look further than our normal playbook and expand our minds to better meet the needs of all Texas communities. In addition to the general workshops, there will be specialized trainings in primary prevention, diversity, leadership/administration, technology, advanced clinical and volunteer management.
 

Dare to Dream will provide male survivors with a safe and comfortable environment to join others in lifting the veil of secrecy and shame from their experience. The program will feature the screening of a film or television program with relevant subject matter, a facilitated panel discussion, and an opportunity to learn about local resources and support groups.

Receive free DNA laboratory and data analysis training at the Marshall University Forensic Science Center in Huntington, WV. This three day training session will be taught by our ABC certified DNA trainer utilizing lecture presentations, hands-on laboratory activities, and data analysis as described in the course Agenda. Individuals should have an advanced knowledge of forensic DNA applications including robotics, capillary electrophoresis instrumentation, and data analysis software, or have previously attended the MUFSC Advanced DNA Training course.

Laboratories interested in new advancements in the Forensic DNA Analysis field such as the Applied Biosystems’ 3500xL and GeneMapper ID-X, and the Qiagen Qiagility will benefit from the training modules provided in this session. Attendees of this training module should have prior general experience as it emphasizes instrument and software manipulation. Demonstrations of new products, methods and machinery will also be performed and can vary depending on the interest of the training group.

Receive free DNA laboratory and data analysis training at the Marshall University Forensic Science Center in Huntington, WV. The week-long training session will be taught by our qualified DNA trainer utilizing lecture presentations, hands-on laboratory activities, and data analysis as described in the course Agenda. Individuals should have a basic knowledge of DNA applications for forensic testing; however, a minimum experience level is not required.

Laboratories interested in high-throughput testing, automated methods, or the latest forensic DNA instrumentation will benefit from the training modules provided in this session. Covering each stage of forensic DNA testing, the Advanced DNA Training module emphasizes instrument and software manipulation.

Demonstrations of new products, methods and machinery will also be performed and can vary depending on the interest of the training group. The MUFSC can also customize trainings to meet the specific needs of laboratories; including various robotics and liquid handlers which can be made available for specialized training exercises.