Lucy Introduction to Statistics for Forensic Scientists

1. Auflage 2013
ISBN: 978-1-118-70010-5
Verlag: John Wiley & Sons
Format: EPUB
Kopierschutz: Adobe DRM (»Systemvoraussetzungen)

E-Book, Englisch, 272 Seiten, E-Book

Introduction to Statistics for Forensic Scientists is anessential introduction to the subject, gently guiding the readerthrough the key statistical techniques used to evaluate varioustypes of forensic evidence. Assuming only a modest mathematicalbackground, the book uses real-life examples from the forensicscience literature and forensic case-work to illustrate relevantstatistical concepts and methods.
Opening with a brief overview of the history and use ofstatistics within forensic science, the text then goes on tointroduce statistical techniques commonly used to examine dataobtained during laboratory experiments. There is a strong emphasison the evaluation of scientific observation as evidence and modernBayesian approaches to interpreting forensic data for the courts.The analysis of key forms of evidence are discussed throughout witha particular focus on DNA, fibres and glass.
An invaluable introduction to the statistical interpretation offorensic evidence; this book will be invaluable for allundergraduates taking courses in forensic science.
* Introduction to the key statistical techniques used in theevaluation of forensic evidence
* Includes end of chapter exercises to enhance studentunderstanding
* Numerous examples taken from forensic science to put thesubject into context

Autoren/Hrsg.

Lucy, David

Über Autor(innen)

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