As this book explains, with multi-disciplinary teams (MDT) required for disaster management, leadership and organization structure brings together different fields of expertise: toxicology, biology and DNA, chemistry, fires and explosions, ballistics, image processing, forensic pathology, histology, odontology and anthropology. As well as police, medical doctors, nurses and ER (emergency departments in hospitals), and morgue capacity. This expert roster promotes synergy between staff of this MDT. Dr. Stacy Ann Nwodo, Dr. (Med) Lawrence Kofi Acheampong and Dr. Mathias Mokube have taken on a great responsibility and have created a modern and informative reference book for the 21st century.
Book Launch Video
Book Launch Video
Media Interview
Publishing Disaster Forensics: Unravelling The Impact, Rebuilding The Future
The most rewarding part of publishing Disaster Forensics: Unravelling The Impact, Rebuilding The Future involves several key aspects such as;
1. Knowledge Sharing: The ability to disseminate specialized knowledge and practical insights to a broader audience is immensely fulfilling. These books provide valuable information that can enhance the skills of forensic accountants, investigators, and disaster response professionals.
2. Professional Impact: These publications can significantly influence the field by introducing new methodologies, enhancing critical thinking, and offering frameworks for disaster forensics. Contributing to the advancement of the profession and improving industry standards is a major reward.
3. Educational Contribution: These books can serve as essential resources in academic and professional training programs, helping to educate and prepare the next generation of professionals in these fields.
4. Problem-Solving Tools: Providing tools and techniques that help practitioners solve real-world problems, whether it’s tracing financial fraud, conducting thorough investigations, or managing disaster recovery, is highly gratifying. Knowing that your work helps others achieve better outcomes is a significant reward.
5. Professional Recognition: Publishing authoritative texts can lead to greater recognition and credibility within the professional community. It can open doors to speaking engagements, consulting opportunities, and collaboration with other experts in the field.
6. Personal Fulfillment: The process of researching, writing, and seeing a book come to fruition is a deeply satisfying personal achievement. It reflects my years of expertise and dedication to the subject matter.
And lastly, the overall most rewarding part is the combination of making a meaningful impact on the profession, contributing to education and knowledge, and achieving personal and professional fulfilment.