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Effects of contaminants of emerging concern on Megaselia scalaris (Lowe, Diptera: Phoridae) and its microbial community. [PDF]

, 2017
Drought, rising temperatures, and expanding human populations are increasing water demands. Many countries are extending potable water supplies by irrigating crops with wastewater.
Gan, Jay, Jones, Michael B, McFrederick, Quinn S, Pennington, Marcus J, Rothman, Jason A, Trumble, John T   +5 more
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Harnessing 50 years of tick population genetics: Choosing the right molecular tool for contemporary research

Journal of Animal Ecology, Volume 94, Issue 11, Page 2159-2177, November 2025.
Population genetics reveals how ticks interact with hosts, microbiomes and environments. This review guides researchers in choosing the best tool for the job, weighing cost, resolution, reproducibility and throughput to study tick population structure. Abstract Ticks are ectoparasites of major medical, veterinary and ecological importance, transmitting
Xavier Barton, Joseph B. Fontaine, Shanan S. Tobe, Charlotte L. Oskam   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Temporal and Spatial Impact of Human Cadaver Decomposition on Soil Bacterial and Arthropod Community Structure and Function [PDF]

, 2018
As vertebrate carrion decomposes, there is a release of nutrient-rich fluids into theunderlying soil, which can impact associated biological community structure andfunction. How these changes alter soil biogeochemical cycles is relatively unknown and may
Benbow, M. Eric, Crippen, Tawni L., Minick, Kevan J., Pechal, Jennifer L., Singh, Baneshwar, Strickland, Michael S., Sufrin, Ness, Tarone, Aaron M., Tomberlin, Jeffery K, Wickings, Kyle G.   +9 more
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Seasonal decomposition and the effect of clothing in Cape Town, South Africa

Journal of Forensic Sciences, Volume 70, Issue 6, Page 2183-2197, November 2025.
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, Devin A. Finaughty, Louise J. Friedling, Victoria E. Gibbon   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Foraging behavior of fire ant Solenopsis saevissima (Smith) (Hymenoptera: Formicidae) in Felis catus Linnaeus (Carnivora: Felidae) carcass [PDF]

, 2016
Solenopsis saevissima fire ants were found foraging in a Felis catus carcass over tissues an secretions present in holes and mucosa.
Barbosa, Bruno Corrêa, Maciel, Tatiane Tagliatti, Prezoto, Fabio   +2 more
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Recent African derivation of Chrysomya putoria from C. chloropyga and mitochondrial DNA paraphyly of cytochrome oxidase subunit one in blowflies of forensic importance [PDF]

, 2004
Chrysomya chloropyga (Wiedemann) and C. putoria (Wiedemann) (Diptera: Calliphoridae) are closely related Afrotropical blowflies that breed in carrion and latrines, reaching high density in association with humans and spreading to other continents.
Avise J.C., Baumgartner D.L., Brower A.V.Z., Clary D.O., Crandall K.A., Dear J.P., Erzinclioglu Y.Z., Greenberg B., Guimaraes J., Guimaraes J., Lothe F., Louw S.V.D.M., Meskin I., Pont A.C., Smit B., Sperling F.A.H., Swofford D.L., Ullyett G.C., Vincent S., Wells J.D., Wells J.D., Zumpt F., Zumpt F.   +22 more
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Differentiating homicidal, suicidal, and autoerotic neck compression deaths

Journal of Forensic Sciences, Volume 70, Issue 6, Page 2360-2374, November 2025.
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

Forensic Entomology: A Comprehensive Review

Advancements in Life Sciences, 2019
Determination of post mortem interval is done with various methods depending upon the condition of the dead body and the circumstances in which it is found.
Sundus Mona, Muhammad Jawad, Saadia Noreen, Saqib Ali, Allah Rakha   +4 more
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Quality issue management and disclosure in forensic science: A survey of practice and perceptions

Journal of Forensic Sciences, Volume 70, Issue 5, Page 1866-1881, September 2025.
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, Max M. Houck, Gavin R. Turbett, Simon W. Lewis   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

Traumatic Myiasis Caused by an Association of <i>Sarcophaga tibialis</i> (Diptera: Sarcophagidae) and <i>Lucilia sericata</i> (Diptera: Calliphoridae) in a Domestic Cat in Italy [PDF]

, 2016
received: 2015-05-07 accepted: 2015-06-30 published: 2015-08-25© 2015, Korean Society for Parasitology and Tropical Medicine This is an Open Access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution Non-Commercial License (http ...
Chicca, M, Lanfredi, M, Leis, M, Pezzi, M, Whitmore, D   +4 more
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