Civilians and combatants go missing in armed conflicts, causing the separation of families and uncertainty as to the the fate of loved ones caught in the conflict.

Primary forensic identifiers of missing persons include DNA, fingerprints and dental records, however, facial imagery is finding increasing utility as a secondary or supporting identifier of both living and deceased missing persons.

We have supported an interntional missing persons NGO to review existing methods and devise innovative approaches for facial identification of persons missing during conflict, including training and competency requirements, review of processes and integration of biometric technology.