A highly qualified and respected Senior Toxicology Reporting Scientist, Kate joined AlphaBiolabs in 2018, bringing a wealth of experience from a background in forensic science.
A specialist in the examination of biological samples, Kate’s main responsibilities include writing Statement of Witness and Certificate of Analysis reports for legally-instructed drug and alcohol tests, and mentoring and training other members of the Toxicology Reporting team.
Kate holds an MSc in Forensic Toxicology by Research and a BSc with Honours in Biomedical Science and has previously been called upon to give evidence in court, reporting on complex child cases.
Education
- MSc Forensic Toxicology by Research
- BSc with Honours in Biomedical Science
Member of:
- Society of Hair Testing (SoHT)
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