A recent polygraph test taken in Orange County, Calif., has brought the validity of polygraphs — also called “lie detector tests” — into question. Even though some police departments and ...

The polygraph is not a lie detector but rather an instrument that measures a person’s physiological changes to questions posed by the examiner. An elevated physiological response to a particular ...

The Saint Louis University Forensic Science program offers courses with hands-on learning opportunities. FRSC 2600 - Survey of Forensic Science 3 credits Students learn scientific methodology, its ...

Genevieve Carlton holds a Ph.D. in history from Northwestern University and earned tenure at the University of Louisville. Drawing on over 15 years of experience in higher education, Genevieve ...