Houston Forensic Science Center

04/22/2026

04/02/2026

Join HFSC in celebrating 12 great years of service to the City of Houston!

02/24/2026

HFSC's hosted its second annual Pal-entine's event for all staff, featuring yummy snacks from a 10-foot grazing table, treats, boba teas, and a photo booth! We hosted a Besties game where teams of two HFSC besties competed to see who knows who the best. Winners received a two-piece wooden heart handmade by Dr. Stout!

02/20/2026

HFSC had a great time discussing the work we do and our important role in the criminal justice system with more than 200 students at the HISD High School for Law and Justice Early College's "Law Day!"

02/04/2026

We always appreciate the support of our Houston City Council! Thank you Council Member Julian Ramirez for stopping by to visit today!

12/12/2025

HFSC hosted its annual Holiday Potluck yesterday where the team was treated to delicious potluck dishes, fun games and holiday cheer!

12/11/2025

HFSC's new Community Service Committee led an HFSC-wide partnership with Combined Arms to host a holiday food and essentials drive in support of our local veterans. Statistics show that 1 in 4 veterans face food disparity. HFSC staff donated items and provided volunteers to deliver the donations to Combined Arms today! Combined Arms Command

11/13/2025

HFSC's Events Planning Committee held its first ever Holiday Baking Contest today! Staff bakers provided their homemade treats and all staff voted anonymously on 1st, 2nd and 3rd place titles. Winners were awarded their official whisks! Thanks to all who participated!

10/13/2025

Join HFSC in congratulating our General Counsel and Director of Government Affairs Akilah Mance for being honored by the State Bar of Texas as a finalist for its Corporate Counsel of the Year Award!

09/10/2025

The City of Houston Mayor John Whitmire honored HFSC CEO and President Dr. Peter Stout and HFSC COO Dr. Amy Castillo for their respective 10 years of service to HFSC by proclaiming Tuesday, Sept. 9, 2025 as Dr. Peter Stout Day and Dr. Amy Castillo Day! Council Member Amy Peck sponsored the proclamations and HFSC Board of Directors Chair Ellen Cohen, Vice Chair Joni Baird, and HFSC's Executive Committee attended the proclamations presentation. Join us in celebrating 10 years of incredible service by Dr. Stout and Dr. Castillo!