Alaa B. Osman, B.S.M.E.

—Forensic Consultant

Professional Profile

Ms. Osman is a Forensic Consultant with education, training and experience
in the fields of Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Forensic
Engineering and Accident Reconstruction.

Ms. Osman graduated with Departmental Distinction from Duke University
with a Bachelor of Science in Biomedical and Mechanical Engineering, where
her coursework and scientific research focused on mechanical and biomedical
systems design, computer simulation modeling and mathematical
computational analysis.

Ms. Osman is trained to utilize cutting edge technology to capture evidence
and preserve forensic data using various scientific tools, such as FARO 3D laser
scanning, Total Station laser mapping, Lidar 3D scanning, unmanned aerial
vehicle (UAV) mapping and imagery, forensic photography and
photogrammetry, traffic signal data acquisition and passenger and commercial
vehicle black box data imaging.

Ms. Osman’s professional practice includes the use of reliable and advanced
engineering and scientific principles and methodologies to process forensic
evidence and reverse-engineer dynamics-based collision events for corporate,
insurance and legal clients.

Professional Development

FARO Technologies

Maximizing Crash Scene Accuracy: 3D Technologies in Action, 2024

Focus Forensics, LLC

Transportation Engineering and Accident
Reconstruction Insights, 2025
- EDR Extraction and Analysis Methods for
  Video Radar Decision Units (VRDU)
- Acquisition and Analysis Methods for
  Temporary Roadway Conditions
- LIDAR Scanning and Data Processing
- Air Brake Testing Standards and Techniques
- Heavy Vehicle EDR Extraction and Analysis Methods
- Drone Mapping Techniques and Processing
- Data Processing and Analysis with Cloud
  Compare
- Photogrammetry Software Methods and
  Techniques
- Technology for Capturing Photo/ Video
  Demonstratives of Available Driver Views
- Telemetry Overlay Software Techniques and
  Processing
- VCrash Animations and Simulations for
  Pedestrian and Bicycle Collisions
- Monte Carlo Statistical Analysis for
  Uncertainty Ranges
- Human Factors Analysis of Road User
  Detection and Response
- Transportation Engineering Design and
  Limitations for Micromobility Vehicles on
  Sidewalks
- EDR Vehicle Yaw and Steering Data
  Simulation, Analysis and Modeling
- Contextual Evaluation of Slow-Moving Lead
  Vehicle Scenarios and Looming Calculations
- Comprehensive Context Points for Collision
  Reconstructions

Lightpoint Learning

Advanced Photogrammetry for Collision
Reconstruction, 2024
Blackbox and Beyond: An Exploration of
Motorcycle Data Sources, 2025

National Association of Professional Accident
Reconstruction Specialists (NAPARS)

Finding A/B Stiffness Values from NHTSA Data,
2025
Pedestrian and Bicycle Crash Investigation, 2025

Northwestern University Center for Public Safety

Traffic Crash Investigation 1, 2024
Traffic Crash Investigation 2, 2025
Traffic Crash Reconstruction 1, 2025
Traffic Crash Reconstruction 2, 2025

Virtual CRASH Accident Reconstruction

Collision Simulation and Reconstruction, 2024

Publications

Covert, L. T., Patel, H., Osman, A., Duncan, L., Dvergsten,
J., & Truskey, G. A. (2024). Effect of type I interferon on
engineered pediatric skeletal muscle: a promising model for
juvenile dermatomyositis. Rheumatology (Oxford, England),
63(1), 209–217.

Covert LT, Osman A, Truskey GA. Interferon-β-Induced
Injury During Pediatric Muscle Differentiation: Insight Into
Juvenile Dermatomyositis Pathogenesis. ACR Open
Rheumatol. 2024 Oct 22. doi: 10.1002/acr2.11760. Epub
ahead of print. PMID: 39439064.

Education

Duke University
Bachelor of Science in Biomedical and
Mechanical Engineering
Durham, NC

Work Experience

Focus Forensics, LLC
Consultant: 2024-Present

Pratt School of Engineering
Engineering Teaching Assistant: 2022
Student Lab Volunteer: 2021-2022
Research Fellow: 2023-2024