Understanding “error” in the forensic sciences: A primer

Kristy A. Martire; Jason M. Chin; Carolyn Davis; Gary Edmond; Bethany Growns; Stacey Gorski; Richard I. Kemp; Zara Lee; Christopher M. Verdon; Gabrielle Jansen; Tanya Lang; Tess M.S. Neal; Rachel A. Searston; Joshua Slocum; Stephanie Summersby; Jason M. Tangen; Matthew B. Thompson; Alice Towler; Darren Watson; Melissa V. Werrett; Mariam Younan; Kaye N. Ballantyne

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Understanding “error” in the forensic sciences: A primer

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Understanding “error” in the forensic sciences: A primer

Kristy A. Martire, Jason M. Chin, Carolyn Davis, Gary Edmond, Bethany Growns, Stacey Gorski, Richard I. Kemp, Zara Lee, Christopher M. Verdon, Gabrielle Jansen, …

Forensic science international. Synergy, Vol.8, 100470

2024

DOI: https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fsisyn.2024.100470

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Abstract

This paper distils seven key lessons about ‘error’ from a collaborative webinar series between practitioners at [redacted] and academics. It aims to provide the common understanding of error necessary to foster interdisciplinary dialogue, collaboration and research. The lessons underscore the inevitability, complexity and subjectivity of error, as well as opportunities for learning and growth. Ultimately, we argue that error can be a potent tool for continuous improvement and accountability, enhancing the reliability of forensic sciences and public trust. It is hoped the shared understanding provided by this paper will support future initiatives and funding for collaborative developments in this vital domain.

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Title: Understanding “error” in the forensic sciences: A primer
Authors/Creators: Kristy A. Martire - UNSW Sydney
Jason M. Chin - College of Law, ANU
Carolyn Davis - Victoria Police
Gary Edmond - Faculty (United Kingdom)
Bethany Growns - University of Canterbury
Stacey Gorski - Victoria Police
Richard I. Kemp - UNSW Sydney
Zara Lee - Victoria Police
Christopher M. Verdon - Victoria Police
Gabrielle Jansen - Victoria Police
Tanya Lang - Victoria Police
Tess M.S. Neal - Iowa State University
Rachel A. Searston - University of Adelaide
Joshua Slocum - Victoria Police
Stephanie Summersby - Victoria Police
Jason M. Tangen - The University of Queensland
Matthew B. Thompson - Murdoch University, Centre for Biosecurity and One Health
Alice Towler - The University of Queensland
Darren Watson - Victoria Police
Melissa V. Werrett - Victoria Police
Mariam Younan - UNSW Sydney
Kaye N. Ballantyne - Victoria Police
Publication Details: Forensic science international. Synergy, Vol.8, 100470
Publisher: Elsevier B.V
Identifiers: 991005660470007891
Murdoch Affiliation: School of Psychology
Language: English
Resource Type: Journal article

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