Date and Time:

Tuesday, April 1, 16:30-1800

Learning Objectives:

1. Understand the Hansken R&D Platform – Gain insight into how the academic version of the Hansken platform (including the SDK and Python API) can be used for research and teaching in digital forensics.

2. Identify Collaboration Opportunities – Discover ways to collaborate on R&D with other academic institutions and law enforcement agencies, including EU grant applications, student exchanges, and shared case data.

3. Leverage Best Practices in Education – Learn about effective strategies for integrating Hansken into digital forensic curricula, from designing hands-on coursework to developing shared educational materials.

4. Shape Future Research – Explore how to align academic research projects with real-world law enforcement needs, ultimately advancing digital forensics through strong, international partnerships.

Experience Level:

Open to anyone interested in digital forensic research and education.

Description:

Within the Hansken Law Enforcement Community, we are aiming for a strong collaboration between international law enforcement agencies in the field of digital forensics. This community currently consists of over 40 organizations in 15 countries. Next to the Hansken Community with Law Enforcement partners, we continue to grow the Hansken Academic Community. This collaboration with academic institutes is of great value to Hansken, fostering the exchange of ideas, data, and technology for advancing digital forensic science.

In this workshop, we invite members of the Hansken Academic Network—and all DFRWS attendees interested in research and education in digital forensics—to come together for an interactive session. We will present updates on the Hansken Academic Version (R&D), share the first version of the Academic Community vision (based on the outcomes of previous meetings), and discuss opportunities for joint R&D and curriculum development. By strengthening connections among academia, industry, and law enforcement, we aim to advance digital forensic research and knowledge transfer.

Preparation Details:

Attendees are encouraged to bring questions, experiences, and ideas.

No prior knowledge of the Hansken platform is required, though familiarity with digital forensic concepts is helpful.

Preliminary Agenda:

Welcome & Introduction (15 minutes)

• Overview of the Hansken Academic Network and Law Enforcement Community
• Goals for the workshop

Hansken Academic Network Updates (20 minutes)

• Developments in the Hansken SDK and R&D version
• Showcasing recent academic projects and teaching experiences

Academic Community Vision (15 minutes)

• Presentation of the draft vision compiled from prior meetings (e.g., at Hansken.io 2024)
• Discussion of potential R&D collaboration, EU grants, and student exchange programs

Brainstorming & Interactive Session (30 minutes)

• Identifying common research interests and data-sharing opportunities
• Strategies for shared educational materials and teaching approaches
• Strengthening academia–LEA collaboration and bridging gaps in research

Next Steps & Conclusion (10 minutes)

• Summary of workshop outcomes and follow-up actions
• Invitation to continue discussions and join working groups

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