Introduction to the Forensic Anthropology Database for Assessing Methods Accuracy
Data availability is the cornerstone of progression of any scientific inquiry. For forensic anthropologists, the data sources are limited, as they must be contextually appropriate (temporal, geographical, etc.) for study and application in forensic research on human variation. In this webinar, the presenters will discuss The Forensic Anthropology Database for Assessing Methods Accuracy (FADAMA), a database that offers access to unique, innovative, and nuanced data. The webinar will cover the database’s goals, ethical considerations, research potential, data accessibility, and more. FADAMA provides a dynamic dataset for teaching purposes, starting on your first research project, or building on broad reaching questions. Furthermore, in the time of COVID-19, FADAMA offers an alternative to field research, and houses data that can answer an abundance of research questions, all while being accessed safely and securely online.
This webinar was presented by the NIJ Forensic Technology Center of Excellence on August 31, 2021.
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