November 2005

Forensic Science: The Nexus of Science and the Law

At this program, part of the Arthur M. Sackler Colloquium series, expert panelists will discuss existing and emerging forensic technologies and examine the basic science underlying these tools and methods. Participants will also look at these technologies from the perspective of the courts. The symposium will be held in the auditorium of the National Academies building, 2100 C St., N.W. A program, list of speakers, and registration information is available online. Reporters who wish to attend should register in advance at www.nas.edu/sackler/forensic.