The National Center for Media Forensics (NCMF) was established in 2008 and is an education and research center of the University of Colorado Denver, College of Arts & Media, Music & Entertainment Industry Studies Department. NCMF was created with the assistance of the Department of Justice including the National Institute of Justice and the Bureau of Justice Assistance.
When seeing is longer believing – CNN
The English Voice of Isis Comes Out of the Shadows– The New York Times
Jeff Smith on "Deep Fake" Videos– CSPAN
It's All Fun and Games Until Someone Gets Hurt: The Implications of Deepfakes – Forbes
Why manipulated 'deepfake' videos are so difficult to spot – The Today Show
''Deep Fake' Videos and Election 2020– Colorado Public Radio
Media forensics is scientific study into the collection, analysis, interpretation, and presentation of audio, video, and image evidence obtained during the course of investigations and litigious proceedings. The National Center for Media Forensics (NCMF) is an education and research center of the University of Colorado Denver, College of Arts & Media, Music & Entertainment Industry Studies Department.
The mission of the NCMF is to foster innovation in media forensics with the development of new knowledge and scientifically validated methodologies through research, education, and service to the community.
Key goals for the NCMF are to advance media forensics through innovation and integrity in:
Research – Develop and disseminate scientifically validated methodologies and best practices.
Education – Provide a world-class master’s degree program and ongoing professional development for the scientific community.
Service – Conduct forensic analysis and provide expertise for professional organizations and community partners.
Values of the NCMF include:
- Scientific Rigor and Innovation
- Ethical Conduct and Bias Mitigation
- Truth-Seeking and Knowledge Sharing
- Equity, Diversity, and Social Justice
- Collaboration and Engagement
Jeff Smith, of the National Center for Media Forensics