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Science on Trial: Scientific Review of the Lucy Letby case

Science on Trial has made a collection of informative videos on the Lucy Letby case. Our videos explopre into the science behind the case and how we conducted our analysis. Join us as we explore the intersection of science law in this intriguing case.

The Legal Overview

SoT briefly covers the legal requirements for the submission of expert witness testimony in England and Wales

Defining Neonatal Sepsis

SoT discusses the issues with neonatal sepsis and the difficulties with accurate diagnosis

Establishing Unique Events

We explore the unique state of the premature neonate and the impact this might have in determining sudden events on a neonatal unit

The Air Embolism Evidence

A walk through of how well the experts’ evidence in the Lucy Letby case stacks up in relation to claims surrounding air embolism

The Insulin Evidence

A short explainer questioning the calculations given by Prof. Hindmarsh to determine the amount of insulin added to the dextrose/TPN solutions

Conclusion

A summary of the analysis of the scientific evidence used in the Letby case.