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Forensic Toxicology: Terms and Definitions
Terminology for a Suspected Pattern of Dental Origin
Standard for Collection and Preservation of Document Evidence
Best Practice Recommendation for the Preparation of Test Impressions from Footwear and...
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The grip of crime: Analyzing strangulation and asphyxiation typologies in homicide cases
Strangulation‐related homicides represent a complex and under‐researched form of violent crime, characterized by distinct behavioral and situational elements. The aim of the research was to identify perpetrator typologies in strangulation homicides and to analyze their relationsh...
A mathematical model for scientifically defining the class characteristics of the human...
Bitemark recognition reliability in forensics has been criticized for lacking objectivity and empirical support. Despite doubts about classifying these injuries as bitemarks, pattern injuries must still be legally documented and analyzed. Forensic odontology can benefit from aest...
Investigation of a Y‐chromosome screening approach for sexual assault evidence using the...
Following an alleged sexual assault, a victim may undergo a medical examination whereby internal or external bodily swabs may be collected and submitted to a forensic laboratory to be screened for the presence of semen. At Forensic Science SA (FSSA), this involves microscopic exa...
Reevaluating skeletal sex estimation practices in forensic anthropology
Understanding practitioner preferences in method selection and reporting for skeletal sex estimation is a necessary step toward the standardization of biological profile estimation within forensic anthropological practice in the United States. To better understand the current sta...
Laser‐induced breakdown spectroscopy/laser ablation coupled to inductively coupled plasma...
The tandem LIBS/LA‐ICPMS technique is a desirable tool for the multi‐elemental determination, characterization, and classification of alloys as forensic evidence. In this study, LIBS/LA‐ICPMS is validated for the forensic evaluation of lead‐free solder alloys, which form valuable...
Potential for DNA loss during collection and packaging of fired cartridge cases at a crime...
DNA recovery from fired cartridge cases (FCCs) found at a crime scene is complicated by the limited DNA amounts typically available for collection. While this challenge is unavoidable, recovery rates may be improved by optimizing handling and packaging processes to better preserv...
Screening for clandestine graves via the analysis of infrared images and temperature...
Locating a clandestine grave is a challenging yet crucial step in a criminal investigation and eventual prosecution. Many techniques have been used to locate clandestine graves, including light detection and ranging and ground penetrating radar. Recently, thermal imaging has also...