June 30, 2026
2:00 pm - 3:00 pm ET

ASTM E1732-25e1 Standard Terminology Relating to Forensic Sciences is the master terminology standard for all ASTM E30 standards. E1732 was first published in 1996 and was reformatted in2024. The standard is updated at least two times per year. This standard for terminology is published by ASTM International. Join us for a deep dive into E1732 and learn about its history and evolution, the other “master” terminology standards in E30, and the Subcommittee’s plans for continuous improvement.

Speaker:

Karen K. Reczek, MLS
Social Scientist
National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST)

Target Audience:

- Interdisciplinary

Knowledge Level Required:

- Basic

Educational objectives 

Participants will leave the webinar with: 1) an understanding of the role of E1732 in E30 and its relevance to all those engaged in forensic standards development 2) a greater awareness of the role “master terminology” standards play in maintaining consistency across discipline specific standards and 3) obtain more information on how to engage in the activities of E30.92 Terminology Subcommittee.

Abstract

ASTM E1732-25e1 Standard Terminology Relating to Forensic Sciences is the master terminology standard for all ASTM E30 standards. The standard is designed to be a compilation of all terms and definitions in all E30’s standards. The instructor will provide the history behind the evolution of this standard and discuss challenges encountered in attempts to improve consistency in the use of terms across various forensic disciplines.
ASTM E30 has discipline-specific terminology standards. They are: