Recognition of computerized facial approximations by familiar assessors

Studies testing the effectiveness of facial approximations typically involve groups of participants who are unfamiliar with the approximated individual(s). This limitation requires the use of photograph arrays including a picture of the subject for comparison to the facial approximation. While this practice is often necessary due to the difficulty in obtaining a group of assessors who are familiar with the approximated subject, it may not accurately simulate the thought process of the target audience (friends and family members) in comparing a mental image of the approximated subject to the facial approximation.

Source: Science and Justice - June 26, 2017 Category: Forensic Medicine Authors: Adam H. Richard, Keith L. Monson Source Type: research