Welcome to Athena Research Corporation on the World Wide Web. Since 1979, Athena Research Corporation has focused on the sociological study of crime. On these pages, you can read about our latest publications, services and staff. Athena conducts research and trains both government and industry in crime prevention methods and security. Rosemary J. Erickson, Ph.D, a Forensic Sociologist and President of Athena Research Corporation, provides expert witness services in cases involving security issues in premises liability cases and the criminal actions of third parties for foreseeability and standard of care. Dr. Erickson has taught at San Diego State University and American University. Dr. Erickson's Vita is available here.

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The Summary and Interpretation of the Preliminary Annual Uniform Crime Report, 2008 Federal Bureau of Investigation has been posted to our website. View this document at our Research page.

Teenage Robbers

The 20-page technical report entitled Teenage Robbers, includes 25 tables in color, discussion and analysis and is available for download from this web site. Click here to download your complimentary copy of the report. Professors and students are encouraged to use the report for studies of criminal justice, and practitioners will find the information useful in planning programs.