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New research being conducted to tackle digital crime

by Glasgow Report
in Science


RESEARCH by the University of Dundee is being carried out in the hope that it can help fight digital crime.

The university is looking for people across Scotland to take part, with volunteers forming a “citizens jury” to feed into the pan-European Clarus project.

The research focuses on digital forensic evidence’s quality, impartiality, and reliability and how law enforcement agencies utilise it.

The study, launched in 2023, has brought together research police and forensic organisations from across the continent to evaluate and improve how law enforcement and forensic scientists examine and communicate digital evidence without compromising impartiality.

A citizen jury sessionA citizen jury session
A citizen jury session taking place with Professor Megan O’Neill left as part of the Clarus project in Oslo Norway

Professor Megan O’Neill, from the University’s School of Humanities, Social Sciences and Law, said, “Our daily lives and the social and professional functions that influence these are becoming increasingly dependent on digital technology.

“This evolution needs to be mirrored by law enforcement agencies.

“Given the cross-border nature of digital crime, Clarus is allowing ourselves and our European partners to evaluate current working practices and determine whether these are fit for purpose to ensure that justice can be pursued effectively and without bias.

“To fulfil the potential of this research, we are looking for members of the public to input to the project.

“We know that many people are interested in the field of forensic science and the criminal justice system.

“Volunteering as citizen jurors gives people the opportunity to input directly to research that has the potential to influence international investigation methods for years to come.”

Digital analysis is becoming increasingly important in criminal investigations. The study evaluates how traditional communication methods, including organisational cultures and even language, have kept pace with digital forensic work.

It will determine whether new vocabulary or terminology is required to ensure that digital evidence is gathered and shared without prejudice to those under investigation.

Citizen jurors will participate in several sessions over 18 months. This will take place either in person or virtually, asking volunteers to provide feedback to the study team, forensic scientists, and representatives of Police Scotland about the project’s progress.

No prior knowledge of forensic medicine or digital evidence is required; the only requirement is that applicants be over 18.

The work of the Scottish jurors will be replicated in several other nations involved in the Clarus project, including the Czech Republic, Finland, Greece, and Portugal.

Professor O’Neill said: “Public input is crucial to studies like Clarus because these mechanisms are ultimately designed to keep us all safe.

“By working with us, we can achieve our ultimate aim and determine what changes – if any – are required to ensure forensic science procedures remain transparent and accountable.”

Anybody interested in getting involved can apply via the project website.



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