NCSC: Research - Science, Technology and the Law

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“Science is not new to the courtroom, but recent advancements, such as the state of our knowledge of DNA, require judges, attorneys, and jurors to apply experts’ theories to case facts, in essence intertwining two diverse disciplines to achieve one goal - justice.” - Nicole L. Waters



The Advanced Science Technology Adjudication Resource Center, Inc. (ASTAR) A leadership consortium dedicated to enhancement of capabilities of the courts via science and technology knowledge tools. American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) Non-profit orgamization dedicated to advancing science. American Bar Association, Section on Science, Technology and Law A forum for addressing issues at the intersection of law, science, & technology. American Society for Law, Medicine & Ethics (ASLME) High-quality scholarship, debate, and critical thought at the nexus of law, medicine, & ethics.	Berkeley Center for Law & Technology Advancing technology as fields of law and policy intersect with business, science & technology. Brooklyn Law School: The Center for Health, Science & Public Policy A dynamic environment for outstanding legal education, policy innovation and scholarship. Chicago-Kent Law School: Institute for Science, Law & Technology Designed to meet the growing need for science and law-trained professionals to address complex issues that arise. Coalition and Center for Ethical Medical Testimony (CCEMT) To restore dignity, respect, public confidence, and accountability to the discipline of medical expert testimony.	Daubert Tracker A collection of over 10,000 documents from courts relating to "gatekeeping" challenges to expert witness testimony. Defending Science, The Project on Scientific Knowledge and Public Policy (SKAPP) Examines the nature of science and how it is used/ misused in government decision-making and legal proceedings. DNA & the Criminal Justice System - Harvard's Kennedy School of Gov't and NSF Assists individuals and institutions in managing the challenges posed by the use of DNA in the criminal justice system.	Federal Judicial Center The research and education agency of the federal judicial system National Academy of Sciences: Science, Technology, and Law Panel Brings together the science and engineering community with the legal community by improving their communication. Pound Civil Justice Institute Strengthens the practice of law by helping judges, academics and others understand a balanced view of the U.S. civil justice system. SKAPP (The Project on Scientific Knowledge and Public Policy) (see Defending Science)