This body of work forms my final project for a Master of Arts in Journalism course at the University of Technology, Sydney. In my other life I’m a forensic biologist — I examine crime-scene evidence for body fluids and DNA profiling suitability. I’ve written about forensics because it’s what I know and love. This series of articles probes deeper than most daily news articles, showcasing the real world of forensic science: what it’s really like to work in a forensics lab; new technologies; rethinking processes; and the use of forensic evidence in court. The skills I’ve learnt from studying journalism— identifying issues, researching, interviewing, reporting, editing, publication design and layout — helped me turn complex scientific issues into engaging stories for a broad audience.