Col. Dr. Rashid Hamdan Al Ghafri

Lieutenant Colonel Dr. Rashid Hamdan Al Ghafri is an Emirati forensic scientist and senior law enforcement official, serving as Secretary-General of the World Police Summit and Deputy Director of the General Department of Forensics and Criminology at Dubai Police. He also directs the International Center for Criminal Sciences (ICFS) and leads its Council of Scientists, contributing to the advancement of forensic science, criminal investigations and international policing collaboration. An accomplished researcher and academic, he has authored more than 45 peer-reviewed publications in genetics and forensic medicine. His scientific achievements include developing and patenting the RM Y-STR male genetic fingerprint through the UK Intellectual Property Office, alongside attaining the rank of Professor in Forensic Sciences. Through his leadership and research, he continues to advance scientific innovation and international cooperation in law enforcement.