The global practice of forensic science / edited by Douglas H. Ubelaker ; foreword by Daniel A. Martell.
| Other author | Ubelaker, Douglas H., editor. |
| Format | Book |
| Publication | Chichester, West Sussex ; Hoboken, NJ : Wiley Blackwell, 2015. |
| Description | xxix, 364 pages ; 26 cm. |
| Subjects |
| Series | Forensic science in focus |
| Abstract | "The Global Practice of Forensic Science presents histories, issues, patterns, and diversity in the applications of international forensic science. Written by 64 experienced and internationally recognized forensic scientists, the volume documents the practice of forensic science in 28 countries from Africa, the Americas, Asia, Australia and Europe. Each country's chapter explores factors of political history, academic linkages, the influence of individual cases, facility development, types of cases examined, integration within forensic science, recruitment, training, funding, certification, accreditation, quality control, technology, disaster preparedness, legal issues, research and future directions. Aimed at all scholars interested in international forensic science, the volume provides detail on the diverse fields within forensic science and their applications around the world"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Abstract | "The Global Practice of Forensic Science examines the practice of forensic science between around 30 countries from across five continents"-- Provided by publisher. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
| Issued in other form | Online version: Global practice of forensic science Chichester, West Sussex, UK ; Hoboken, NJ : Wiley Blackwell, 2015 9781118724224 |
| LCCN | 2014035953 |
| ISBN | 9781118724163 (hardback) |
| ISBN | 111872416X (hardback) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
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| Joyner | General Stacks | HV8073 .G568 2015 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |