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The paradox of expertise in forensic science
What is cognitive bias? How does cognitive bias influence expert decision-makers in forensic settings? This talk will discuss human cognition, the paradox of expertise, and the effects of different types of cognitive bias in forensic science. Whether it is fingerprint evidence or DNA mixtures, the potential for human error and bias is always present, with certain contexts increasing the risk. The talk will end with a discussion surrounding recommendations to attenuate bias within forensic decision-making. About the speaker: Dr Lee…
Find out more »The Truth is Nowt There – Brian Eggo
UFOs (or UAPs) are practically ubiquitous in popular culture, but is the Earth being regularly frequented by beings from other planets? With all the reported sightings and alleged abductions, surely there must be something going on? Well, possibly, but are there other more terrestrial explanations to consider? Come join us as Brian Eggo from Glasgow Skeptics takes you on a light-hearted and near-light-speed journey through some of the 'best' stories of sightings and abductions, while shamelessly using them as a…
Find out more »Digital Twins, Barista Robots, and AI for the office – Professor Jörn Mehnen
Explore how emerging technologies are reshaping the workplace in this engaging lecture on "Digital Twins, Barista Robots, and AI for the Office." From virtual replicas that optimize office systems to robotic baristas serving your morning coffee, and AI tools transforming productivity, this talk delves into the practical and surprising ways automation and intelligence are being integrated into everyday work environments. The event description above was generated by ChatGPT based on the title (and a short prompt of course). Did you…
Find out more »The Humanist Case for Assisted Dying
In June, the Assisted Dying for Terminally Ill Adults (Scotland) Bill passed its first vote at Holyrood. For Humanist Society Scotland, this represents a major milestone on a decades-long journey. Humanism as an ethical position supports secularism, human rights and bodily autonomy. This encompasses the right for terminally ill people to end their lives on their own terms, free from pain, indignity, and trauma. Joe Higgins, Policy and Campaigns Officer at HSS, will discuss the humanist approach to assisted dying,…
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