I arrived in Las Vegas on Monday 16th July to attend and present at the North American Forensic Entomology Society (NAFEA). It was my first visit to Las Vegas and was certainly a trip to remember!
Tuesday afternoon consisted of a workshop on statistics which was hard work but very useful and productive. The oral presentations took place on Wednesday and Thursday. There was a wide range of research being presented and it was amazing to network with such inspirational scientists. My talk on Wednesday seemed to go ok although, as always, I was a little nervous! I was therefore extremely shocked to have been awarded the top student presentation for the Percival Molecular Forensic Entomology prize! There was a kind donation of $300 which shall be saved so I can attend next years NAFEA conference.
The mixer on the Wednesday evening was a great chance to meet with all the attendees and the location of the Flamingo hotel (where the conference was held) was perfect for many great nights out that were had during the week!
We celebrated a former WC fellows birthday whilst we were there (Dr Andrew Hart) and I hope we gave him a birthday to remember! I owe Andrew so much, as if it wasn't for him promoting the trust so well, I never would have applied, and had this amazing opportunity.
A memorable conference where I was fortunate enough to meet some leading researchers in the ever expanding field of forensic entomology. I certainly hope to be a regular attendee of this annual conference.
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