Murder Mystery: Can you use forensic science to solve the murder?

When

Saturday 12 September 2026
14:00 - 16:00

Where

The Royal Society of Edinburgh
22-26 George St, Edinburgh EH2 2PQ
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Format

In-person

Access

Wheelchair access, Wheelchair accessible toilets

Age

Suitable for ages 16+

Cost

Free to book

About this event

Use your deduction and analytical skills to solve the crime in this thrilling interactive event 

Join us for this Murder Mystery event brought to you by Professor Caroline Wilkinson and her team at the Forensic Research Institute at Liverpool John Moores University as they bring to life the skills that experts use to solve crimes.  

Test your investigative skills to determine who the victim is and who killed her. A series of forensic experts, from the fields of face recognition, CCTV analysis, anthropology, genealogy, psychology, policing and drones, will present evidence relating to identification of the victim and the most likely murderer. The case may be fictional, but the research behind the evidence is very real.  

This interactive ‘Whodunnit’ brings you into the role of the experts where you can learn about new research impacting the criminal justice system. 

Note for attendees: This event will be based on a fictional murder and discussions may involve violence, death and weapons. The audience will be asked to interact with the speakers using a digital voting system (don’t forget to bring your phone).  

Event type

Curious Talk

Contributors

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Professor Caroline Wilkinson

Director of Forensic Research Institute, Liverpool John Moores University

Caroline Wilkinson is Director of the Forensic Research Institute (est.2023). Caroline is a chartered forensic anthropologist Level I (craniofacial specialism) by the Royal Anthropological Institute (RAI) and is an experienced forensic practitioner. Caroline is Chair of the COST-funded Migrant Disaster Victim Identification network involving over 100 members from across the world. Caroline is also Director of Face Lab, a LJMU research group that carries out forensic/archaeological research and consultancy work including craniofacial analysis, facial depiction and forensic art. 

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Forensic Research Institute (FORRI) 

Liverpool John Moores University  

The Institute is a research and training organisation with expertise in aspects of evidence collection, analysis, reporting and testimony. We have a proven track record of impact in assisting criminal justice agencies in crime-prevention, police work, the preparation of cases, victim identification, victim and witness support and much more.  

Contact us

If you have an event enquiry, please email us on public_engagement@theRSE.org.uk.

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What is Curious?

Curious is the Royal Society of Edinburgh’s (RSE) free festival that celebrates the research, ideas and knowledge shaping society today.

Each year, Curious brings a packed programme of free in-person and online events covering themes from the arts, humanities, policy, science and more. To date, we’ve welcomed over 10,000 attendees for talks, workshops, exhibitions and discussions where you can learn from and speak with Scotland’s leading thinkers. As part of the RSE’s mission to make knowledge useful and accessible for everyone, Curious is open to anyone who wants to learn more about the world around them. No specialist knowledge is needed, just bring your curiosity.

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The support of the Scottish Funding Council is vital to our work to inspire and share knowledge with audiences, local communities, and future generations.

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