Ronald P. Fisher

Education Ronald Fisher received his Ph.D. in psychology from Ohio State University. He was also previously a member of the Planning and Technical Working Groups of the United States Department of Justice. He has also worked with a number of other well known psychologists regarding other topics including Aldert Vrij and Sharon Leal.

This specialized interview technique is designed to facilitate a more comprehensive and reliable memory recall, all while making sure to decrease the likelihood of producing false information. Fisher has hosted various workshops with agencies such as the Federal Bureau of Investigation, National Aeronautics and Space Association, and the Department of Justice. intellectual disability, and gerontology.

In addition to the research done on the cognitive interview Fisher has also assisted with copious research on verbal deception detection, which is more commonly known as lie detection. More specifically, Fisher examines how concepts such as cognitive load and nonverbal communication are related to detecting deception.

Fisher has 164 publications many of which are accessible on websites such as APA.org, sagehub.com, Wiley.com, and Researchgate.net. Many of his publications focus on the aspects of memory. He has contributed to several publications that cover the validity of lie detection methods used by law enforcement including a publication over the efficacy of SCAN. His most cited publications revolve around the detection of deception which include: Increasing Cognitive Load to Facilitate Lie Detection: The Benefit of Recalling an Event in Reverse Order , Detecting Deception by Manipulating Cognitive Load , and Outsmarting the Liars: The Benefits of Asking Unanticipated Questions .

Books

Fisher, R. P., Geiselman, R. E. (1992). Memory-Enhancing Techniques for Investigative Interviewing: The Cognitive Interview. United States: Thomas.