Psychologist Steven Clark - Sciencelives

The speaker shares their journey from a memory researcher to an expert witness in legal cases, emphasizing the importance of persistence and scientific integrity. They recount a childhood experiment, express the joy of research, and discuss challenges in the criminal justice system. Surprising facts about crime solving and personal interests in music are also shared.

What fundamental questions about human memory did the speaker study?

How did the speaker's interest in eyewitness memory develop?

What did Doctor Ikniowski say about the meaning of the 'P' in PhD?

How does the speaker feel about the process of obtaining and analyzing data?

What challenges does the criminal justice system face in balancing the conviction of the guilty and the release of the innocent?

What is the significance of the speaker's research in relation to the criminal justice system?

What surprising information did the speaker share about the clearance rate for violent crimes?