<P><EM>Forensic Science</EM> provides a comprehensive overview of the sociology of forensic science. Drawing on a wealth of international research and case studies, it explores the intersection of science, technology, law and society and examines the production of forensic knowledge. The book explores a range of key topics such as: </P><P>¿ The integration of science into police work and criminal investigation </P><P>¿ The relationship between law and science </P><P>¿ Ethical and social issues raised by new forensic technology including DNA analysis </P><P>¿ Media portrayals of forensic science </P><P>¿ Forensic policy and the international agenda for forensic science </P><P>This new edition has been fully updated, particularly with regard to new technology in relation to the various new forms of DNA technology and facial recognition. </P><P>Updates and additions include: </P><P>¿ Facial recognition technology </P><P>¿ Digital forensics and its use in policing </P><P>¿ Algorithms (such