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Reliability of predictive models based on the mesiodistal and buccolingual diameters of permanent canine teeth for sex estimation in forensic contexts: A systematic review and meta-analysis 基于犬恒牙中径和颊舌侧径的预测模型在法医鉴定中用于性别估计的可靠性:系统回顾和荟萃分析
IF 2.2 3区 医学
Forensic science international Pub Date : 2024-07-08 DOI: 10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112143
{"title":"Reliability of predictive models based on the mesiodistal and buccolingual diameters of permanent canine teeth for sex estimation in forensic contexts: A systematic review and meta-analysis","authors":"","doi":"10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112143","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112143","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>This study aimed to assess the reliability of predictive models for sex estimation based on permanent canine size. A systematic literature review was performed by following the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses (PRISMA). Six electronic databases were searched as the primary source of information. As a secondary source of information, a manual search was performed to identify additional relevant studies not captured in the initial search. After assessing the methodological quality and risk of bias with the Joanna Briggs Institute Critical Appraisal Tools for Systematic Reviews, the data were subjected to statistical tests for a meta-analysis of diagnostic test accuracy and Higgin’s I<sup>2</sup> statistic to evaluate the heterogeneity between the eligible studies. The systematic search resulted in 21 studies for qualitative synthesis, and 13 of them were selected for quantitative analysis. The analysis of 25 univariate predictive models showed an estimated sensitivity of 77.2 % and specificity of 67.1 %. Meta-regression analyses were performed for dental arch, the type of diameter and dental region outcomes for these univariate predictive models. Dental arch (<em>p</em> = 0.029) and the dental region of measurement (<em>p</em> = 0.001) were significant modifiers. The analysis of 25 multivariate predictive models showed an estimated sensitivity of 82.6 % and specificity of 70.1 %. There were significant methodological limitations and substantial heterogeneity among the included studies. Based on the results, there is insufficient high-quality scientific evidence to support the safe use of predictive models based on permanent canine measurements as the exclusive method for sex estimation in forensic settings.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":12341,"journal":{"name":"Forensic science international","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2024-07-08","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141636819","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Dimensional accuracy of structured light scans and 3D prints of various human skeletal elements 各种人体骨骼元素的结构光扫描和 3D 打印的尺寸精度。
IF 2.2 3区 医学
Forensic science international Pub Date : 2024-07-07 DOI: 10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112138
Christina Shanley, Zuzana Obertová, Daniel Franklin
{"title":"Dimensional accuracy of structured light scans and 3D prints of various human skeletal elements","authors":"Christina Shanley,&nbsp;Zuzana Obertová,&nbsp;Daniel Franklin","doi":"10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112138","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112138","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Three-dimensional (3D) structured light scanning is a beneficial documentation technique in forensic anthropology because such models facilitate continued analysis and data sharing; they can also be 3D printed for demonstrative purposes in legal proceedings and training, without risk of damage to the original skeletal material. As its application in forensic anthropology is relatively novel, the aim of the present study is to statistically evaluate the dimensional accuracy of 3D structured light scans and 3D prints for ten bone types, including the cranium, mandible, 2nd cervical vertebra (C2), clavicle, scapula, capitate, 2nd metacarpal, os coxae, femoral head, and patella. Standard linear measurements are acquired in each physical bone, 3D virtual model, and 3D print of the same bone specimen. Variances between measurements of physical, virtual, and printed bones are quantified using the technical error of measurement (TEM), relative TEM (rTEM), and coefficient of reliability (R). Measurements acquired in the virtual models and prints were found to be within ±2 mm average of the same measurements in the physical bones, with a tendency to underestimate true value. rTEM and R values for the virtual clavicle, capitate, scapula and C2, and rTEM for the printed clavicle and capitate, were comparatively less reliable than for other bone types; although all bones were reproduced to within acceptable anthropological error standards (rTEM≤5 %; R≥0.95). This study reaffirms the use of 3D structured light scanning and 3D printing to complement traditional skeletal documentation in forensic anthropology.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":12341,"journal":{"name":"Forensic science international","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2024-07-07","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0379073824002196/pdfft?md5=0356994ef798efa265b96e179a4b2081&pid=1-s2.0-S0379073824002196-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141603556","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Retrospective screening of new psychoactive substances (NPS) in post mortem samples from 2014 to 2021 回顾性筛查 2014 年至 2021 年尸检样本中的新型精神活性物质 (NPS)。
IF 2.2 3区 医学
Forensic science international Pub Date : 2024-07-06 DOI: 10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112131
Per Ole M. Gundersen , Daniel Pasin , Lars Slørdal , Olav Spigset , Martin Josefsson
{"title":"Retrospective screening of new psychoactive substances (NPS) in post mortem samples from 2014 to 2021","authors":"Per Ole M. Gundersen ,&nbsp;Daniel Pasin ,&nbsp;Lars Slørdal ,&nbsp;Olav Spigset ,&nbsp;Martin Josefsson","doi":"10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112131","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112131","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Systematic retrospective processing of previously analysed biological samples has been proven to be a valuable tool in the search for new drugs (e.g. new psychoactive substances (NPS)) and for quality assessment in clinical and forensic toxicology. In a previous study, we developed a strategy for retrospective data-analysis using a personalized library of synthetic cannabinoids, designer benzodiazepines and synthetic opioids obtained from the crowdsourced database HighResNPS (<span>https://highresnps.com</span><svg><path></path></svg>). In this study, the same strategy was employed for the compounds within the groups of NPS that were not previously included such as synthetic cathinones, phenethylamines, aminoindanes, arylalkylamines, piperazine derivates, piperidines, pyrrolidines, indolalkylamines and arylcyclohexylamines. Synthetic opioids and designer benzodiazepines, which were not part of the previous study, were also included. To enhance the effectiveness of the retrospective analysis, a predicted retention time was included for all entries. Data files from the analysis of 2186 forensic post mortem samples with an Agilent Technologies 6540 ultra-high pressure liquid chromatography quadrupole time-of-flight mass spectrometry (UHPLC-QTOF-MS) performed in the laboratory from January 2014 to December 2021 were retrospectively processed with the up-to-date library. Tentative findings were classified in two groups: The findings where MS/MS data was acquired for library match (category 1) and the less certain findings where such data lacked (category 2). Five compounds of category 1 (three synthetic cathinones and two indolalkylamines) were identified in 12 samples. Only one of the findings, 4-MEAPP (4-methyl-α-ethylaminopentiophenone), was deemed plausible after reviewing case information. As many as 501 presumably positive category 2 findings were detected. Using the predicted retention time as an additional criterion the number was significantly reduced but still too high for a manual review. This work has demonstrated that the strategy developed in the previous study can be applied to other NPS groups. However, it is important to note the limitations such a method may have in detecting compounds at very low concentrations.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":12341,"journal":{"name":"Forensic science international","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2024-07-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0379073824002123/pdfft?md5=f00639d32e8f4538495f6a0f1a0c3361&pid=1-s2.0-S0379073824002123-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141563161","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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In vitro metabolic studies and machine learning analysis of mass spectrometry data: A dual strategy for differentiating alpha-pyrrolidinohexiophenone (α-PHP) and alpha-pyrrolidinoisohexanophenone (α-PiHP) in urine analysis 体外代谢研究和质谱数据的机器学习分析:在尿液分析中区分α-吡咯烷酮(α-PHP)和α-吡咯烷异己酮(α-PiHP)的双重策略。
IF 2.2 3区 医学
Forensic science international Pub Date : 2024-07-06 DOI: 10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112134
Ya-Ling Yeh , Che-Yen Wen , Chin-lin Hsieh , Yu-Hsiang Chang , Sheng-Meng Wang
{"title":"In vitro metabolic studies and machine learning analysis of mass spectrometry data: A dual strategy for differentiating alpha-pyrrolidinohexiophenone (α-PHP) and alpha-pyrrolidinoisohexanophenone (α-PiHP) in urine analysis","authors":"Ya-Ling Yeh ,&nbsp;Che-Yen Wen ,&nbsp;Chin-lin Hsieh ,&nbsp;Yu-Hsiang Chang ,&nbsp;Sheng-Meng Wang","doi":"10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112134","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112134","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Synthetic cathinones are some of the most prevalent new psychoactive substances (NPSs) globally, with alpha-pyrrolidinoisohexanophenone (α-PiHP) being particularly noted for its widespread use in the United States, Europe, and Taiwan. However, the analysis of isomeric NPSs such as α-PiHP and alpha-pyrrolidinohexiophenone (α-PHP) is challenging owing to similarities in their retention times and mass spectra. This study proposes a dual strategy based on <em>in vitro</em> metabolic experiments and machine learning-based classification modelling for differentiating α-PHP and α-PiHP in urine samples: (1) <em>in vitro</em> metabolic experiments using pooled human liver microsomes and liquid chromatography tandem quadrupole time-of-flight mass spectrometry (LC-QTOF-MS) were conducted to identify the key metabolites of α-PHP and α-PiHP from the high-resolution MS/MS spectra. After 5 h incubation, 71.4 % of α-PHP and 64.7 % of α-PiHP remained unmetabolised. Nine phase I metabolites were identified for each compound, including primary β-ketone reduction (M1) metabolites. Comparing the metabolites and retention times confirmed the efficacy of <em>in vitro</em> metabolic experiments for differentiating NPS isomers. Subsequently, analysis of seven real urine samples revealed the presence for various metabolites, including M1, that could be used as suitable detection markers at low concentrations. The aliphatic hydroxylation (M2) metabolite peak counts and metabolite retention times were used to determine α-PiHP use. (2) Classification models for the parent compounds and M1 metabolites were developed using principal component analysis for feature extraction and logistic regression for classification. The training and test sets were devised from the spectra of standard samples or supernatants from <em>in vitro</em> metabolism experiments with different incubation times. Both models had classification accuracies of 100 % and accurately identified α-PiHP and its M1 metabolite in seven real urine samples. The proposed methodology effectively distinguished between such isomers and confirmed their presence at low concentrations. Overall, this study introduces a novel concept that addresses the complexities in analysing isomeric NPSs and suggests a path towards enhancing the accuracy and reliability of NPS detection.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":12341,"journal":{"name":"Forensic science international","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2024-07-06","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141598969","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Microscopic fungi on the corpse – Promising tool requiring further research 尸体上的显微真菌--需要进一步研究的有前途的工具。
IF 2.2 3区 医学
Forensic science international Pub Date : 2024-07-05 DOI: 10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112129
Klaudyna Spychała , Agata Piecuch , Łukasz Szleszkowski , Marcin Kadej , Rafał Ogórek
{"title":"Microscopic fungi on the corpse – Promising tool requiring further research","authors":"Klaudyna Spychała ,&nbsp;Agata Piecuch ,&nbsp;Łukasz Szleszkowski ,&nbsp;Marcin Kadej ,&nbsp;Rafał Ogórek","doi":"10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112129","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112129","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Forensic microbiology is a relatively new area of forensic sciences. It considers the potential of microorganisms to be used in criminal investigations. As most studies involve the role of bacteria in fields like post-mortem interval estimation, personal identification or geolocation, the data on the role of fungi is comparatively scarce. Forensic mycology involves the application of fungi and their structures in forensic cases. The aim of this review is the evaluation of the current state of knowledge on fungi associated with human cadavers and their possible role in estimating the time since death. In accordance with the available reports, we focused on the relation between microscopic fungi isolated from human corpses and the cadaver condition e.g., the stage of decomposition. We also emphasised the contrast between the reported methodologies and attempted to standardise research methods in forensic mycology from sample collection to its storage, mycological analysis and identification of the obtained fungal cultures. Moreover, the potential usage of microscopic fungi in criminal cases was discussed based on various case reports.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":12341,"journal":{"name":"Forensic science international","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2024-07-05","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141579381","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Influence of photoperiod on the developmental times of the forensically relevant blow fly species Calliphora vicina (Diptera: Calliphoridae) 光周期对与法医相关的吹蝇物种 Calliphora vicina(双翅目:Calliphoridae)发育时间的影响。
IF 2.2 3区 医学
Forensic science international Pub Date : 2024-07-04 DOI: 10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112141
Jaime López-García , Daniel Martín-Vega
{"title":"Influence of photoperiod on the developmental times of the forensically relevant blow fly species Calliphora vicina (Diptera: Calliphoridae)","authors":"Jaime López-García ,&nbsp;Daniel Martín-Vega","doi":"10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112141","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112141","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Blow flies (Diptera: Calliphoridae) are frequently used in forensic investigations due to their rapid colonization of cadavers. As with other insects, environmental temperature strongly influences their developmental rates. While published research has typically explored not only the impact of the environmental temperature, but also of other factors like tissue type and drug presence on developmental rates, the influence of photoperiod on the developmental rates of forensically relevant blow fly species has remained largely underexplored. Understanding the relationship between photoperiod and developmental times is crucial, as neglecting this aspect could compromise the accuracy of minimum post-mortem interval (minPMI) estimations. The present study investigates the impact of three photoperiod conditions (0:24, 8:16, and 12:12 light:darkness) on the developmental rates of <em>Calliphora vicina</em>, focusing on the duration of the different immature stages and on the total developmental time. Our results revealed significant variation in the intra-puparial stage and total development time across different photoperiods. Notably, a 12:12 photoperiod led to a significantly prolonged intra-puparial stage and total development time compared to the 0:24 photoperiod, suggesting that <em>Calliphora vicina</em> develops faster in total darkness. These findings highlight the importance of considering photoperiod in both laboratory rearing protocols and forensic casework to improve the accuracy and reliability of minPMI estimations. In this regard, preliminary guidelines and recommendations are provided.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":12341,"journal":{"name":"Forensic science international","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2024-07-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0379073824002226/pdfft?md5=c38777aa0007dc58aa1aa18c313c69bb&pid=1-s2.0-S0379073824002226-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141544725","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Beyond the shot: Exploring secondary transfer of gunshot residue on common surfaces and the impact of hand cleaning methods 枪声之外:探索枪弹残留物在普通表面的二次转移以及手部清洁方法的影响。
IF 2.2 3区 医学
Forensic science international Pub Date : 2024-07-04 DOI: 10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112135
Derya DEMİRCİOĞLU , Mahmut Şerif YILDIRIM , Emre ERKAN , Merve ÇAPACI , Ali Rıza TÜMER , Ramazan AKÇAN
{"title":"Beyond the shot: Exploring secondary transfer of gunshot residue on common surfaces and the impact of hand cleaning methods","authors":"Derya DEMİRCİOĞLU ,&nbsp;Mahmut Şerif YILDIRIM ,&nbsp;Emre ERKAN ,&nbsp;Merve ÇAPACI ,&nbsp;Ali Rıza TÜMER ,&nbsp;Ramazan AKÇAN","doi":"10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112135","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112135","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Understanding the presence, transfer dynamics and depletion of gunshot residues (GSR) on various surfaces is crucial for preserving evidence, reconstructing shooting incidents, and linking suspects to crime scenes. This study aims to explore the transfer and loss of GSR on commonly encountered surfaces such as ceramic, glass, metal, paper, and plastic, as well as the influence of different common hand cleaning methods on secondary transfer. Using scanning electron microscopy (SEM) combined with energy dispersive X-ray analysis (EDX) and automated detection software, we quantified highly indicative three-component characteristic particles (lead, barium, and antimony) on cups made from ceramic, glass, metal, paper, and plastic. Furthermore, we evaluated the amount of secondary transferred particles on these surfaces following various post-discharge hand cleaning methods: washing with water and soap, washing with only water, wiping with wet wipes, or using paper towels.</p><p>The results demonstrate that counts of secondarily transferred GSR particles vary significantly among surfaces. Specifically, the transferred GSR count was highest on paper, followed by plastic, ceramic, metal, and glass respectively. Post-discharge hand cleaning methods, including washing with water and soap, washing with only water, cleaning with wet wipes, or with paper towel, resulted in substantial loss of GSR count on transferred surfaces. Among these methods, washing with water and soap showed the highest depletion. The empirical evidence provided by our results underscores the importance of considering surface properties, post-shooting activities, and the methods of sample collection and analysis when interpreting transferred GSR analysis. Despite challenges, these insights enhance our ability to link suspects to shooting crimes through careful consideration of the entire context.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":12341,"journal":{"name":"Forensic science international","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2024-07-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141554463","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Fibre persistence on submerged substrates: The effect of flow rate over extended submersion periods 纤维在浸没基质上的持久性:长时间浸没时流速的影响
IF 2.2 3区 医学
Forensic science international Pub Date : 2024-07-04 DOI: 10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112137
Matthew Saunders, Xanthe Spindler, Claude Roux
{"title":"Fibre persistence on submerged substrates: The effect of flow rate over extended submersion periods","authors":"Matthew Saunders,&nbsp;Xanthe Spindler,&nbsp;Claude Roux","doi":"10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112137","DOIUrl":"https://doi.org/10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112137","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Through both casework and research, fibres have been found to have the particularly useful ability to persist and remain exploitable after submersion. However, direct analysis of the persistence ability remains in early stages, and in particular, submersion times above a day have not been thoroughly studied. This study aims to both extend understanding of the impact of flow rate and submersion periods of up to 28 days. A blended polyester/cotton green fabric was abraded to increase transfer and then dragged over a black cotton substrate. Six replicates of these substrates were then submerged in artificial flow cells at various flow rates for 28 days. These were illuminated under UV light and photographed prior to submersion, at set times during submersion and after submersion. Another set of six replicates were imaged, submerged into a river and then recovered and re-imaged after 28 days. The population of fibres was then counted using these photographs, and a mix of one-way and two-way ANOVA tests were applied, in combination with Tukey’s HSD, to detect significant differences across time and flow rate categories. Loss predominantly occurred on within the first 24 hours, in agreement with previous work. However, distinct from previous work there was a slow, approximately logarithmic loss over the balance of the submersion period. While significant differences were found between flow categories, there was no clear relationship between flow rate and persistence. The behaviour of the river samples was well-predicted by laboratory samples. 100 % fibre loss was never observed, with the maximum instead being 95.45 %. These results extend the understanding of fibre persistence on submerged substrates beyond the short submersion times in previous literature, and provide some deeper understanding of the impact of flow rate.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":12341,"journal":{"name":"Forensic science international","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2024-07-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0379073824002184/pdfft?md5=b63ea6d7c844b686668ecc558ec64cf7&pid=1-s2.0-S0379073824002184-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141540054","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Hiding the evidence: Preliminary investigation of heat-induced alterations to pre-existing saw mark trauma 隐藏证据:对热引起的原有锯痕创伤改变的初步调查。
IF 2.2 3区 医学
Forensic science international Pub Date : 2024-07-04 DOI: 10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112142
Enya K. Chang, Shameemah Abrahams, Calvin G. Mole
{"title":"Hiding the evidence: Preliminary investigation of heat-induced alterations to pre-existing saw mark trauma","authors":"Enya K. Chang,&nbsp;Shameemah Abrahams,&nbsp;Calvin G. Mole","doi":"10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112142","DOIUrl":"10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112142","url":null,"abstract":"<div><p>Dismemberment and subsequent burning are common methods employed in an attempt to conceal or destroy evidence. While kerf characteristics can be utilised to identify tool(s) used for dismemberment, further research is necessary to assess the effect of burning on these characteristics. In this study, a back (tenon) saw (13 teeth per inch) was used to manually inflict trauma on <em>Ovis aries</em> de-fleshed femur bones (<em>n</em> = 18). Three different cut marks (shallow false start, incomplete cut and complete transection) were made on the mid-shaft of each bone. Subsequently, the bones were burned for 20 minutes in a muffle furnace. Three burn temperatures were assessed: 400 °C, 600 °C and 800 °C. Saw mark characteristics of each cut type were assessed and compared pre- and post-burning. All pre-existing trauma was recognisable post-burning; however, metric and morphological alterations were apparent. An increase in kerf width was observed at 600 °C in false start lesions and 800 °C in incomplete cuts. Breakaway spur thickness decreased post-burning (at 400 °C and 800 °C) but length was not significantly affected. Mean inter-striation distance decreased post burning at all temperature groups. Saw marks were distinguishable from heat-related fractures across all temperature groups. One false start lesion was obliterated at 800 °C. Exit chipping, pull-out striae as well as striation regularity appeared to be more enhanced after heat exposure. These alterations indicate a temperature-dependent impact on these characteristics. Further research is necessary to assess the role of burn duration.</p></div>","PeriodicalId":12341,"journal":{"name":"Forensic science international","volume":null,"pages":null},"PeriodicalIF":2.2,"publicationDate":"2024-07-04","publicationTypes":"Journal Article","fieldsOfStudy":null,"isOpenAccess":false,"openAccessPdf":"https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0379073824002238/pdfft?md5=1196c9cc0b0e92e8ef6d3da60d997cee&pid=1-s2.0-S0379073824002238-main.pdf","citationCount":null,"resultStr":null,"platform":"Semanticscholar","paperid":"141563160","PeriodicalName":null,"FirstCategoryId":null,"ListUrlMain":null,"RegionNum":3,"RegionCategory":"医学","ArticlePicture":[],"TitleCN":null,"AbstractTextCN":null,"PMCID":"OA","EPubDate":null,"PubModel":null,"JCR":null,"JCRName":null,"Score":null,"Total":0}
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Area of origin estimation from multiple arbitrarily oriented surfaces using marker-guided structure from motion 利用标记引导的运动结构从多个任意方向的表面估算原点区域
IF 2.2 3区 医学
Forensic science international Pub Date : 2024-07-04 DOI: 10.1016/j.forsciint.2024.112140
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