{"product_id":"forensic-science-and-quality-management-roberto-c-parra-9781394240371","title":"Forensic Science and Quality Management: Addressing the Era of Standardization in Challenging Environments","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eExplores how global standards in forensic science can be applied across diverse and challenging contexts\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe global move toward standardisation in forensic sciences promises reliability, transparency, and a shared professional language. \u003ci\u003eForensic Sciences and Quality Management \u003c\/i\u003eexamines how these aspirations intersect with the realities of working in politically, socially, and economically challenging environments. Through expert analysis and international case studies, the volume examines how rigorous standards can--and must--be adapted to function ethically and effectively in contexts marked by limited resources, instability, and humanitarian crises. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eContributions from internationally recognised experts and field practitioners emphasise that achieving quality in forensic science extends beyond procedural compliance--it requires balancing technical accuracy with ethical awareness, contextual understanding, and sensitivity to human rights. In-depth chapters examine the implementation of quality management frameworks in regions around the world, the adaptation of various international protocols, and the application of advanced technologies such as DNA analysis and artificial intelligence. By bringing together theory, practice, and lived experience, this collection challenges the notion that standardisation alone guarantees justice. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIllustrating how forensic professionals innovate within constraints while demonstrating resilience and integrity in the pursuit of human rights, victims' dignity, and the fight against impunity. Forensic Sciences and Quality Management: \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eAnalyses how global forensic standards can be adapted to varied social, political, and economic environments\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDraws on real-world examples from Latin America, Africa, and other regions affected by conflict and limited resources\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eOffers critical insight into the evolving relationship between standardisation, ethics, and justice -- recognising modern forensic science principles as first-order foundations for credibility and accountability\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDiscusses the tension between accreditation and genuine institutional strengthening\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eHighlights the role of forensic science in promoting accountability, human rights, respect for victims' dignity, and the pursuit of transitional justice\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eForensic Sciences and Quality Management: Addressing the Era of Standardisation in Challenging Environments\u003c\/i\u003e is essential reading for forensic scientists, criminologists, criminalistics, legal professionals, Transitional Justice experts, political actors and human rights investigators working in both stable and complex environments. It is also a valuable text for postgraduate courses in forensic science, criminal justice, Transitional Justice and human rights law within degrees in law, forensic science, Humanitarian actions, and social sciences.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor:\u003c\/b\u003e Roberto C. Parra\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-10:\u003c\/b\u003e 1394240376\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eISBN-13:\u003c\/b\u003e 9781394240371\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublisher:\u003c\/b\u003e Wiley\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eLanguage:\u003c\/b\u003e English\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePublished:\u003c\/b\u003e 06\/23\/2026\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePages:\u003c\/b\u003e 304\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFormat:\u003c\/b\u003e Hardcover\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWeight:\u003c\/b\u003e 1.78lbs\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eSize:\u003c\/b\u003e 10.25h x 7.25w x 0.89d\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Roberto C. Parra","offers":[{"title":"Hardcover","offer_id":48743112278271,"sku":"9781394240371","price":185.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/www.whiterainbookhouse.com\/products\/forensic-science-and-quality-management-roberto-c-parra-9781394240371","provider":"WR Book House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}