Mr Hesh Kisher

• Qualifications:MRes, MSci, MRSB, PG Cert LTHE, FHEA
• Position:Lecturer in Forensic Biology
• Department:School of Applied Sciences
• Telephone:+441179656261
• Email:Hesham.Kisher@uwe.ac.uk

About me

I am Hesham Kisher. I'm a Lecturer in Forensic Biology at the University of the West of England (UWE Bristol), where I teach across several programmes including BSc (Hons) Forensic Science, MSci Forensic Science, and MSc Forensic Science. I am the Module Leader for Forensic Biology and also serve as the Academic Personal Tutoring (APT) Coordinator for the School of Applied Sciences, supporting students in their academic journey and professional development. Additionally, I act as a Tripartite Review Coordinator on the BSc (Hons) Healthcare Science Practitioner (Clinical Engineering) Degree Apprenticeship programme.

I hold an MSci in Forensic Science and an MRes in Applied Sciences (Biomedical), both from UWE Bristol. I also have a postgraduate certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education and am a Fellow of Advance HE. Before moving into full-time academia, I worked in the forensic science industry, where I reviewed and issued DNA expert reports for criminal, family, and immigration law cases.

My research interests are broad and interdisciplinary. I focus on the persistence of body fluids and DNA in harsh environmental conditions, which is vital for improving the reliability of forensic evidence. I also have research experience in cancer biology, neurodegenerative diseases, food science, and the detection of drink spiking using gas chromatography-mass spectrometry (GC-MS), addressing drink spiking, a growing concern in the United Kingdom.

Some of my recent publications include:

• "Phenolic Profile, Fatty Acid Composition, and Antioxidant Activity of Italian Riesling Grape Pomace from Two Transylvanian Microclimates" (2025), an article exploring the potential nutritional benefits of grape pomace from two Italian Riesling grape cultivars.

• "Applications of Gas Chromatography and Gas Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry for the Determination of Illegal Drugs Used in Drink Spiking" (2025), which explores analytical methods for detecting drugs in spiked beverages.

• "Molecular Hydrogen as Medicine: An Assessment of Administration Methods" (2021), a multidisciplinary review on the therapeutic potential of molecular hydrogen.

I’m passionate about public engagement and participate in outreach and employability events. I enjoy sharing insights from my academic background and helping students see the real-world impact of forensic science.

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