Asian Forensic Sciences Network

Fingerprint Workgroup (FPWG)


FPWG focuses on new technology, research, standards and guidelines related to the forensic examination of fingerprint evidence. These includes the development of fingerprint marks on different surfaces, comparison and evaluation of fingerprint evidence and AFIS. FPWG aims to discuss and share fingerprint examination methods and protocols and encourage research and innovative technology related to friction ridge examination. It also aims to cooperate with other national and international organizations in developing standards for quality assurance and quality control. FPWG members are involved in the discipline of fingerprint examination in law enforcement agencies as well as the international forensic science community.


Position Held Name Country / Region Institute
Chairman Dr. Ma Rongliang People's Republic of China Institute of Forensic Science, Ministry of Public Security
Secretary PMAJ Rafael B Roxas JR Philippines Philippine National Police
Dr. Liu Shiquan People's Republic of China The Institute of Evidence Law and Forensic Science, China University of Political Science and Law
Members Saesario Laksmana Putra Indonesia Indonesian National Police
Sang Su Lee Korea Scientific Investigation Center of Korean National Police Agency
Zainol Hisham Abu Malaysia Royal Malaysia Police
Chen Zhiqing People's Republic of China Forensic Science Center of Guangdong Provincial Public Security Department
Luo Yongyou People's Republic of China Forensic Science Division, Department of Fujian Provincial Public Security
Yin Chaojian People's Republic of China Guangzhou Forensic Science Institute
Luo Yongyou People's Republic of China Forensic Science Division, Department of Fujian Provincial Public Security
Shi Taoning People's Republic of China Institute of Forensic Science, Hangzhou Public Security Bureau
Li Min People's Republic of China Institute of Forensic Science, Suzhou Public Security Bureau
Saule Nogayeva Republic of Kazakhstan Forensic Institute in Almaty, Ministry of Justice
Mohd Yazid Bin Abdullah Singapore Ministry of Home Affairs
Kyaw Soe Htun The Republic of the Union of Myanmar Defence Services Medical Research Centre
Nelicia Martins Timor-Leste Polícia Científica de Investigação Criminal - Laboratório de Polícia Científica
Invited Members Wayne Morrell Australia International Forensic Engagement Specialist Operations
Choon Soo Park Korea Korea Police Investigation Agency