AAFS 2026
Back to Basics: The Fundamentals of Forensic Science
February 9-14, 2026 — New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center
AAFS TV
President Joanna Collins Previews AAFS 2026
AAFS Incoming President Joanna Collins sits down with AAFS TV to break down the AAFS 2026 Annual Conference theme, Back to Basics: The Fundamentals of Forensic Science.
Early Registration | September, 18–November, 14 |
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Regular Registration | November, 15–January, 14 |
Late Registration | After January, 14 |
Conference Dates | February, 9 - 14 |
- Calendar of Events
- Pricing
- Hotel and Travel Information
- International Letters of Invitation
- Exhibitor and Sponsor Prospectus 2026
- Conference Extras!
- AAFS TV
- Media Toolkit
- Michael A. Peat, PhD, to Receive AAFS Gradwohl Medallion
- Understanding the 2026 Theme: President's Spotlight—Back to Basics
- AAFS 2025 Follow Up
New Orleans & Company Welcomes the American Academy of Forensic Sciences!
Program
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Attendees
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Exhibit/Sponsor
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