Lt. General Prof. Dr. Ahmed Awad Elgamel was awarded the prestigious Dr. Ray Williams Award for Best Poster Presentation during the Autumn Conference of the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences (CSFS) in 2018, marking an important international recognition of his scholarly contribution to the field of forensic science.

Representing the Forensic Science Institute at The National Ribat University, Prof. Elgamel’s winning poster was presented at the Society’s annual gathering—an event that brings together forensic specialists, researchers, and practitioners to share emerging insights and professional developments. The award is specifically granted to recognise excellence in scientific poster presentation, highlighting research quality, clarity of analysis, and the ability to translate forensic science into practical professional value.

Prof. Elgamel’s achievement reflects not only personal academic distinction, but also the growing presence and credibility of Sudanese forensic expertise in international scientific platforms. His participation and recognition at CSFS demonstrate the importance of sustained research, institutional leadership, and professional contribution in strengthening forensic science standards and knowledge exchange across borders.

The Dr. Ray Williams Award remains one of the respected recognitions associated with the Society’s scientific events, and Prof. Elgamel’s receipt of the award in 2018 stands as a notable milestone within his broader career of service, research, and institutional development in forensic evidence sciences.

Award: Dr. Ray Williams Award (Best Poster Presentation)

  • Year: 2018
  • Event: CSFS Autumn Conference
  • Recipient: Lt. Gen. Prof. Dr. Ahmed Awad Elgamel
  • Affiliation: Forensic Science Institute, The National Ribat University