When stories and numbers meet in court
Constructing and explaining Bayesian networks for criminal cases with scenarios
| PhD ceremony: | dr. C.S. (Charlotte) Vlek |
| When: | October 28, 2016 |
| Start: | 11:00 |
| Supervisors: | prof. dr. H.B. (Bart) Verheij, prof. dr. L.C. (Rineke) Verbrugge, prof. dr. H. Prakken |
| Co-supervisor: | dr. S. Renooij |
| Where: | Academy building RUG |
| Faculty: | Science and Engineering |
Mathematical model could help judges marshal their thoughts
Different types of evidence often pass the review during a court case. But how do judges balance ‘hard’ data, for example the chances that the DNA trace comes from the suspect, against witness statements? Mathematician Charlotte Vlek has developed a solution, but not one that can be used in every case.