Forensic Science, Genocide, and Human Rights

3 credits · Undergraduate

Practical, ethical, and theoretical implications of scientific work in the human rights arena through anthropological lens. Case studies illustrate complexities of scientific work in aftermath of atrocity. Tensions between evidentiary procedures and community needs, inequality in access, local versus outside expertise, and ethics. Serves as repeat credit for ANTH 3890-01 offered Fall 2023 and Fall 2022. [3]