The Science of Justice - Fudged Forensics & Faulty Witnesses
Delve into the complexities and uncertainties of the American criminal justice system in this thought-provoking 70-minute panel discussion from the World Science Festival. Join journalist Jim Dwyer, Innocence Project founder Peter Neufeld, forensic scientist Mechthild Prinz, psychologist Saul Kassin, and law professor Ekow Yankah as they explore critical issues such as eyewitness reliability, false confessions, cognitive bias, and forensic science. Witness a live staged robbery and learn about real-life cases, including the Central Park jogger case, to understand the challenges in determining innocence and guilt. Gain insights into police questioning techniques, factors influencing confessions, and efforts to strengthen forensic science in the United States. Challenge your assumptions about the justice system and discover the role of science in improving its accuracy and fairness.