Description: Genetic Witness: Science, Law, and Controversy in the Making of DNA Profiling [Paperback] Aronson, Jay D. When DNA profiling was first introduced into the American legal system in 1987, it was heralded as a technology that would revolutionize law enforcement. As an investigative tool, it has lived up to much of this hypeit is regularly used to track down unknown criminals, put murderers and rapists behind bars, and exonerate the innocent. Yet, this promise took ten turbulent years to be fulfilled. In Genetic Witness, Jay D. Aronson uncovers the dramatic early history of DNA profiling that has been obscured by the techniques recent success. He demonstrates that robust quality control and quality assurance measures were initially nonexistent, interpretation of test results was based more on assumption than empirical evidence, and the technique was susceptible to error at every stage. Most of these issues came to light only through defense challenges to what prosecutors claimed to be an infallible technology. Although this process was fraught with controversy, inefficiency, and personal antagonism, the quality of DNA evidence improved dramatically as a result. Aronson argues, however, that the dream of a perfect identification technology remains unrealized. Features Used Book in Good Condition Anthem Books Difference Great quality used items! We aim to exceed expectations on every order with quick shipping and extra attention to quality packaging! Competitive Pricing With our dynamic pricing model, our prices are always competitive. Our prices are some of the lowest that you will find on the internet. Rest assured that you're getting a good deal when purchasing with us. 30-day Money Back Guarantee We are committed to making sure that you leave this transaction satisfied. If you're unhappy with the product for any reason, you may return it back for your money-back or a replacement within 30 days. No questions asked!
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Binding: paperback
Pages: 288
Brand: Rutgers University Press
Target Audience: Professional and scholarly
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Publication Date: 2007-10-11T00:00:01Z
Item Name: Genetic Witness: Science, Law, and Controversy in the Maki..
Product Site Launch Date: 2007-04-23T11:12:59-00:00
MPN: 8 figures
Style: ABIS_BOOK
Number of Pages: 288 Pages
Publication Name: Genetic Witness : Science, Law, and Controversy in the Making of D N A Profiling
Language: English
Publisher: Rutgers University Press
Subject: Forensic Medicine, General, Forensic Science, History, Criminology
Item Height: 0.7 in
Publication Year: 2007
Type: Textbook
Item Weight: 13.9 Oz
Item Length: 9 in
Subject Area: Law, Social Science, Science, Medical
Author: Jay D. Aronson
Item Width: 6 in
Format: Trade Paperback
