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Algorithms in Forensic Science: Challenges, Considerations, and a Path Forward
Algorithms in Forensic Science: Challenges, Considerations, and a Path Forward

Over the years, scientific and legal scholars have called for the implementation of algorithms (e.g., statistical methods) in forensic science to provide an empirical foundation to experts’ subjective conclusions.

This webinar is available on YouTube.
A Survey of Fingerprint Examiners’ Attitudes towards Probabilistic Reporting
A Survey of Fingerprint Examiners’ Attitudes towards Probabilistic Reporting

Over the past decade, with increasing scientific scrutiny on forensic reporting practices, there have been several efforts to introduce statistical thinking and probabilistic reasoning into forensic practice.

This webinar is available on YouTube.
Bloodstain Pattern Analysis Black Box Study
Bloodstain Pattern Analysis Black Box Study

This study was conducted to assess the accuracy and reproducibility of BPA conclusions.

This webinar is available on YouTube.
Using Mixture Models to Examine Group Differences: An Illustration Involving the Perceived Strength of Forensic Science Evidence
Using Mixture Models to Examine Group Differences: An Illustration Involving the Perceived Strength of Forensic Science Evidence

Forensic examiners compare items to assess whether they originate from a common source.

This webinar is available on YouTube.
Treatment of Inconclusive Results in Error Rates of Firearm Studies
Treatment of Inconclusive Results in Error Rates of Firearm Studies

In the past decade, and in response to the recommendations set forth by the National Research Council Committee on Identifying the Needs of the Forensic Sciences Community [2009], scientists have conducted several black-box studies that attempt to estimate the error rates of firearm examiners.

This webinar is available on YouTube.
Modeling and Inventory of Tread Impression System (MANTIS): The development, deployment and application of an active footwear data collection system
Modeling and Inventory of Tread Impression System (MANTIS): The development, deployment and application of an active footwear data collection system

This webinar details the development, capabilities and successful deployment of the Modeling And iNventory of Tread Impression System (MANTIS).

This webinar is available on YouTube.
Sampling for Forensic Practitioners Short Course
Sampling for Forensic Practitioners Short Course

In this three-session short course, Dr. Alicia Carriquiry focuses on populations, sampling frames, sampling methods and geometric sampling. The emphasis will be on understanding how these methods are used to aid and enhance current forensic science practices. Content in the second and third sessions will build upon content provided in the previous session(s).

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Shining a Light on Black Box Studies
Shining a Light on Black Box Studies

The American criminal justice system heavily relies on conclusions reached by the forensic science community.

This webinar is on-demand and available immediately.
Extracting Case-Specific Data from Validation Studies
Extracting Case-Specific Data from Validation Studies

The legal and scientific communities agree that any forensic method or algorithm should undergo validation testing before it is relied upon in the judicial system to make life-altering decisions.

This webinar is available on YouTube.
Statistical Thinking for Forensic Practitioners Short Course
Statistical Thinking for Forensic Practitioners Short Course

In this asynchronous short course, Dr. Hal Stern introduces fundamental concepts from probability and statistics - motivated by forensic issues - followed by a detailed investigation of how they apply to assess forensic evidence's probative value.

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