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Science Resources
Overview of Science Resources
The Center provides resources related to scientific information and methods for federal judges. These resources may aid in judges’ assessment of scientific evidence and their understanding of scientific issues related to court administration and case management.
Resources include the Reference Manual on Scientific Evidence (Third Ed.), which the Center is currently in the process of updating.
Other FJC Resources
Pocket Guide: Tutorials on Science and Technology
Court-Appointed Experts: Defining the Roles of Experts Appointed under Federal Rule of Evidence 706