About Conforval
Science-backed expertise since the beginning
Conforval bridges the gap between cutting-edge forensic research and real-world laboratory operations — with integrity, precision, and deep practical experience.
Our Mission
Advancing forensic science through knowledge and precision
Conforval was founded on the belief that forensic science should be accessible, rigorous, and practically applicable.
Our work spans governmental forensic institutes, academic research labs, and private sector organisations across Europe and beyond.
Every engagement is built on scientific integrity, clear communication, and results that stand up to legal scrutiny.
Leadership
Meet the founder
Emil Karaus is a forensic scientist with over two decades of hands-on experience in forensic biology, DNA analysis, and laboratory quality management. His career spans work with national forensic institutes and international accreditation bodies.
He founded Conforval to provide independent, high-quality forensic science consulting that meets the rigorous demands of both criminal justice systems and research environments.
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Satisfied clients
What our partners say about working with Conforval.
★★★★★
“CONFORVAL supported us in the development and implementation of laboratory information management software and analytical tools for forensic data processing. Their understanding of forensic laboratory workflows, data integrity requirements, and practical user needs helped us translate complex operational requirements into functional software solutions. Their support contributed to a more structured, efficient, and traceable approach to managing forensic laboratory data. And we had also a lot of fun with the team.”
★★★★★
“During the pilot testing of FGG in our laboratory, it was important for us to have a partner who understands both the technical aspects and the real-life operation of a laboratory. CONFORVAL helped us structure the entire process properly and move the project closer to implementation.”
★★★★★
“CONFORVAL supported us during our forensic DNA workflow validation and accreditation-readiness project with a practical, open, and vendor-agnostic approach. Their experience across the major forensic DNA platforms — Thermo Fisher Scientific, Promega, and QIAGEN — helped us better structure the process, understand the practical options available, and move toward implementation with greater clarity and confidence. We also appreciated their positive and proactive attitude throughout the project, which made the cooperation not only productive, but also genuinely enjoyable.”