Research and analysis

Forensic science and beyond

The Government Chief Scientific Adviser's annual report for 2015.

From:
Government Office for Science
Published
17 December 2015

Documents

Forensic science and beyond: authenticity, provenance and assurance - report

Ref: GS/15/37a

PDF, 439 KB, 16 pages

Forensic science and beyond: authenticity, provenance and assurance - evidence and case studies

Ref: GS/15/37b

PDF, 4.88 MB, 207 pages

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Details

The second annual report of the Government Chief Scientific Adviser (GCSA), Sir Mark Walport, looks at the power of forensic science and its many applications.

The report draws on evidence provided by experts in several fields. It covers the use of forensic analysis within the criminal justice system through to the prevention, deterrence and detection of fraudulent products and services.

Published 17 December 2015

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