Introduction to Statistics for Forensic Scientists - Softcover

Lucy, David

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0470022019 ISBN 13: 9780470022016

Publisher: Wiley, 2005

Synopsis

Introduction to Statistics for Forensic Scientists is an essential introduction to the subject, gently guiding the reader through the key statistical techniques used to evaluate various types of forensic evidence. Assuming only a modest mathematical background, the book uses real-life examples from the forensic science literature and forensic case-work to illustrate relevant statistical concepts and methods.

Opening with a brief overview of the history and use of statistics within forensic science, the text then goes on to introduce statistical techniques commonly used to examine data obtained during laboratory experiments. There is a strong emphasis on the evaluation of scientific observation as evidence and modern Bayesian approaches to interpreting forensic data for the courts. The analysis of key forms of evidence are discussed throughout with a particular focus on DNA, fibres and glass.

An invaluable introduction to the statistical interpretation of forensic evidence; this book will be invaluable for all undergraduates taking courses in forensic science.

• Introduction to the key statistical techniques used in the evaluation of forensic evidence
• Includes end of chapter exercises to enhance student understanding
• Numerous examples taken from forensic science to put the subject into context

About this title

From the Back Cover

Introduction to Statistics for Forensic Scientists gently guides the reader through the key statistical techniques used to evaluate various types of forensic evidence. Assuming only a modest mathematical background, the book uses real-life examples from forensic science literature and forensic case-work to illustrate relevant statistical concepts and methods.

Opening with a brief overview of the history and use of statistics within forensic science, the text goes on to introduce statistical techniques commonly used to examine data obtained during laboratory experiments. There is a strong emphasis of the evaluation of scientific observation as evidence and modern Bayesian approaches to interpreting forensic data for the courts. The analysis of key forms of evidence is discussed throughout with a particular forces on DNA, fibres and glass.

• Introduces key statistical techniques used in the evaluation of forensic evidence.
• Included the end of chapter exercises to enhance student understanding.
• Numerous examples taken from forensic science put the subject into context.

An essential introduction to the statistical interpretation of forensic evidence, this book be invaluable for all undergraduates taking courses in forensic science.

About the Author

Dr. David Lucy, School of Mathematics, The University of Edinburgh

Edition details

• Publisher: Wiley
• Publication date: 2005
• ISBN 10: 0470022019
• ISBN 13: 9780470022016
• Binding: Paperback
• Language: English
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 272