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Biography
James obtained his first degrees from the University of Glasgow, BSc (Hons ) and Phd in the 1970's and lectured in forensic science at the University of Strathclyde until 1985 when he moved to Australia. He was a senior case worker in South Australia until joining the Australian Federal Police in 1989 to head up their forensic group. Under his leadership the latter developed into an internationally recognized centre of forensic excellence. James retired from the AFP in 2010 to join UC as a Professorial Fellow and as Director of the National Centre for Forensic Studies (NCFS).
James is, or has been, an honorary or Adjunct professor at several universities in Australian and overseas. He has edited or coedited a book series and several forensic text books , has well over 150 papers and has delivered numerous invited and plenary lectures at international conferences. He is Editor Emeritus of the Australian Journal of Forensic Sciences and on the editorial boards of several other journals. James was made an Honorary Doctor of the University of Canberra in 2007.
James is the immediate past President and Hon Life member of the Australian Academy of Forensic Sciences. He was previously the Vice President of the Australian and New Zealand Forensic Science Society, Chaired the Advisory Forum to the National Institute of Forensic Sciences ( NIFS ) and the Standards Australia Forensic Committee.
James has broad teaching and research interests and specific interests in trace evidence and how the forensic sciences contribute to the criminal justice system.
James is a Fellow of the NSW Royal Society(FRSN) and a Fellow of the Australian Institute of Management (FAIM) He has been awarded the Public Service Medal(PSM) and is a Member in the Order of Australia(AM) .
Research interests
- Trace evidence including botany, fibres , hairs and soils
- The effective use of forensic science in the CJS
- Forensic security and intelligence
Expertise related to UN Sustainable Development Goals
In 2015, UN member states agreed to 17 global Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) to end poverty, protect the planet and ensure prosperity for all. This person’s work contributes towards the following SDG(s):
External positions
Member of the ACT Medicinal Advisory Committee
17 Jul 2017 → …
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Identifying and reducing unique occupational stressors for digital forensics experts
Kelty, S., Robertson, J., Walker, I. & Crisp, D.
1/01/19 → 31/01/22
Project: Other
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Australian Facility for Taphonomic Experimental Research-via UTS
Robertson, J., Donlon, D. & Wallman, J.
5/08/15 → 31/12/16
Project: Other
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The Effectiveness of Forensic Science in The Criminal Justice System.
19/06/08 → 31/12/12
Project: Other
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Acoustic monitoring of carrion fly activity on human remains: a preliminary study
Gorgeva, E., Robertson, J. & Hoogewerff, J., 2022, (E-pub ahead of print) In: Australian Journal of Forensic Sciences. p. 1-18 18 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Review article › peer-review
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A fresh scientific look at transfer and persistence: From a materials science and tribology perspective
Aberle, M. G., Kobus, H., Robertson, J., O'Driscoll, C. & Hoogewerff, J. A., Jan 2022, In: Journal of Forensic Sciences. 67, 1, p. 9-27 19 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Comment/debate › peer-review
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A novel application of deep learning to forensic hair analysis methodology
Airlie, M., Robertson, J., Ma, W., Airlie, D. & Brooks, E., 29 Dec 2022, In: Australian Journal of Forensic Sciences. p. 1-12 12 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review
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A Practical Guide to the Forensic Examination of Hair: From Crime Scene to Court
Robertson, J. & Brooks, E. M., 2022, Florida: CRC Press. 237 p.Research output: Book/Report › Other › peer-review
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Australian biometric system to meet national security objectives–Part II legislation and policy
Wilson, L. E., Wright, K., Robertson, J. & Lennard, C., 2022, In: Australian Journal of Forensic Sciences. 54, 1, p. 133-148 16 p.Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review