About
Research → Training → Standardization
VSF Global Forensics is a consulting company founded for three simple reasons: the love for science, the love of educating, and the need within forensic science. It is often stated that canine detection is an advanced scientific tool that suffers from true standardization across agencies. Entities are inundated with the large caseloads, few personnel, inadequate training protocols regarding testimony, and little room to focus on advancements through research and validation of new methodology. VSF Global Forensics is a company dedicated to these services and much more.
Meet Dr. Vanquilla Francis
Since 2008, Dr. Vanquilla Francis has gained and developed her knowledge for all things forensic science. Gaining her Ph.D. from Florida International University in Chemistry with a Forensic Concentration, Dr. Francis has specialized in canine detection and the analysis of controlled substances. Throughout her career as a Forensic Scientist, Dr. Francis has analyzed, and reviewed thousands of cases related to both controlled substances analysis and gunshot residue. She has implemented new methodology, created validation and verification plans, developed research projects, trained a multitude of new forensic scientists, developed canine certification programs, and actively worked as a canine certifier. Throughout her career she has witnessed first-hand the shortcomings of various agencies. It is through her experience and love for educating, she has founded VSF Global Forensics as a consulting agency to bridge the gap between the science and its application both within the field, lab, and legal realm.
Dr. Francis has worked as a canine detection certifier and expert for federal, state, local, private agencies both within the United States and internationally. She has assisted with the preparation of expert testimony for canine detection on high profile cases and has been qualified as an expert witness in canine detection in the courtroom. As a Drug and GSR analyst, Dr. Francis continues to work as a chemist where she fulfils her role actively analyzing and reviewing cases, training personnel, and creating validations for new methodology.
Education
Ph.D in Chemistry with Forensic Track
Florida International University
Masters in Forensic Science
Florida International University
Bachelors of Arts in Chemistry
Florida International University
Affiliations
American Board of Criminalistics (ABC)- Drug Analysis Certification
Southwestern Association of Forensic Scientist (SWAFS)
McKnight Doctoral Fellowship
Our Core Values
Impartial
Our company shall uphold integrity and the science. While aiding the forensic and legal fields, we present our opinions based on scientific findings. All opinions and services provided shall be done in an impartial manner.
Evolve
Like forensic science, we must adapt and grow to maintain knowledge on current trends and developments within the forensic field. Our company seeks to evolve and continuously learn, understanding the advancements within forensic science and its application within the legal realm.
Commitment
Our company is committed to upholding integrity while providing the highest quality of work. We are committed to the science, the people, and the community.
