Forensic Genetics in the Governance of Crime /

This open access book uses a critical sociological perspective to explore contemporary ways of reformulating the governance of crime through genetics. Through the lens of scientific knowledge and genetic technology, Machado and Granja offer a unique perspective on current trends in crime governance....

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Bibliographic Details
Main Authors:	Machado, Helena (Author), Granja, Rafaela (Author)
Corporate Author:	SpringerLink (Online service)
Format:	eBook
Language:	English
Published:	Singapore : Springer Singapore : Imprint: Palgrave Pivot, 2020.
Edition:	1st ed. 2020.
Subjects:	Technology-Sociological aspects. Criminology. Science and Technology Studies. Criminology and Criminal Justice, general. Electronic books.
Online Access:	Connect to the full text of this electronic book

Table of Contents:

Chapter 1 Introduction
Chapter 2 The Sociological Gaze
Chapter 3 Biological Explanations of Criminal Behaviour
Chapter 4 DNA Technologies in Criminal Investigation and Courts
Chapter 5 DNA Databases and Big Data
Chapter 6 Forensic Genetics and Governance of Transnational Criminality
Chapter 7 Emerging DNA Technologies and Stigmatization
Chapter 8 Conclusion.