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The impact of tree mortality and post‐disturbance management on insect diversity in temperate forests: Insights from a replicated experiment

open access: yesJournal of Applied Ecology, EarlyView.
Our experiment provides strong evidence for the importance of clustered tree mortality for comprehensive insect diversity in temperate forests and highlights the potential of forest management to enhance insect diversity in homogeneous commercial forests, particularly through the creation of canopy gaps and the retention of deadwood. Both mimic natural
Julia Rothacher   +14 more
wiley   +1 more source

Quality issue management and disclosure in forensic science: A survey of practice and perceptions

open access: yesJournal of Forensic Sciences, EarlyView.
Abstract Addressing calls for transparency regarding errors and limitations in forensic processes is an ongoing concern for the forensic science service provider community and the stakeholders it serves worldwide. Foundational to this goal is developing a consistent approach to the identification of issues that have, or could have, an impact on the ...
Anna L. Heavey   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Seasonal decomposition and the effect of clothing in Cape Town, South Africa

open access: yesJournal of Forensic Sciences, EarlyView.
Abstract Unidentified, unclaimed human remains are a substantial problem in many developing nations, including South Africa. Most forensic cases in Cape Town involve clothed individuals found in thicketed environments. To assist in local medico‐legal death investigations, we gathered taphonomic data on six clothed and four unclothed 60 kg porcine ...
Maximilian J. Spies   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Differentiating homicidal, suicidal, and autoerotic neck compression deaths

open access: yesJournal of Forensic Sciences, EarlyView.
Abstract Neck compression occurs when a mechanical force is applied to the anterior or anterolateral aspect of the neck. This can occur in various circumstances, including homicide, suicide, and autoerotic accidents. While forensic medical specialties effectively determine the cause of death in such cases, establishing the manner of death remains ...
Scotia P. Mullin, Rita Hardiman
wiley   +1 more source

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