International Society for Forensic Genetics
International Society for Forensic Genetics
The ISFG Japanese Speaking Working Group (JSWG), which had been inactive, is being reactivated under a new framework. In October 2025, a DNA Working Group was established within the Japanese Society of Legal Medicine (JSLM). This group now serves as the primary contact and coordinating body for the JSWG, taking over the role previously held by the Japanese Society for DNA Polymorphism Research (JSDPR).
Through these activities, the group seeks to strengthen collaboration within Japan and enhance engagement with the international forensic genetics community.
Previously, the JSWG was coordinated through the JSDPR. The JSWG is currently coordinated by the DNA Working Group of the JSLM, with continued involvement of the JSDPR, ensuring closer integration with broader forensic medical practice and education in Japan.
A study meeting was held in December 2025 as part of the reactivation of the JSWG.
The meeting included the following sessions:
This event provided an opportunity for participants to share current challenges, international perspectives, and future directions in forensic DNA analysis.
Prof. Haruo Takeshita
Department of Legal Medicine, Shimane University Faculty of Medicine
Dr. Hiroaki Nakanishi
Department of Forensic Medicine, Juntendo University School of Medicine