SCIENTIFIC FOUNDATIONS OF CRIME SCENE RECONSTRUCTION by Jon J. Nordby ( 9781420051681 )

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Title:

SCIENTIFIC FOUNDATIONS OF CRIME SCENE RECONSTRUCTION
INTRODUCING METHOD TO MAYHEM

By:

Jon J. Nordby

Format:

Hardback

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ISBN 10:

1420051687

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9781420051681

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Publisher:

TAYLOR & FRANCIS INC

Pub. date:

14 December, 2012

Pages:

681

Description:

Demonstrates how to explain crime scene events by reproducing them in a controlled environment. This book illustrates the need for experiment, alternative experimental designs, and the execution and interpretation of experimental results.

Synopsis:

Philosophers of science have long used reconstructive reasoning to develop historical explanations covering the origins of natural phenomenon. The application of the scientific method is a powerful tool for solving crimes through reconstruction of the events. Scientific Foundations of Crime Scene Reconstruction: Introducing Method to Mayhem demonstrates how to use the scientific method and exercise the critical thinking that is essential for the development of sound data and the construction of reliable explanations. * Provides a clear yet rigorous account of the scientific method accessible to non-philosophers * Supplies examples showing the application of scientific methods to the reconstruction of events that leave physical evidence at crime scenes * Presents self-contained chapters-each with specific points about how a scene reconstruction is built upon the analysis of specific physical evidence * Discusses the scope and limitations of physical evidence and the resulting analyses that they support in crafting scientific crime scene reconstructions * Includes case studies of crime scene reconstructions from Dr.Nordby's experience, complete with color photographs and laboratory notes Moving systematically from case to case, this volume is an essential reference for forensic and law enforcement professionals who need to step into new or unfamiliar areas to understand how science can help them do their jobs. It enables forensic scientists to apply the natural sciences to casework in shooting and nonshooting cases. It also educates attorneys who need to understand scientific evidence and the process of crime scene reconstruction from the scientific point of view.

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863 colour illustrations, 16 black & white tables

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CRC Press Inc

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