NATIONAL CENTER FOR MEDIA FORENSICS

ABOUT THE NATIONAL CENTER FOR MEDIA FORENSICS

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) 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.

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NCMF MISSION, GOALS, AND VALUES

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

College of Arts & Media

CU Denver

Arts Building

1150 10th Street

Suite 177

Denver, CO 80204


303-315-7400

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