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Neuropathologic findings and age‐related differences in Finnish pediatric medico‐legal autopsies

open access: yesJournal of Forensic Sciences, EarlyView.
Abstract Neuropathological examination plays a critical role in medico‐legal cause‐of‐death investigation, especially in determining the cause and manner of death in pediatric autopsies. Although a comprehensive neuropathological examination is recommended, limited data exists of the diagnostic yield of neuropathology consultations in such cases.
Elias Hakanen   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Assessing the reliability of saw mark features: A comparative study using stereomicroscopy, micro‐XCT, and 3D printing

open access: yesJournal of Forensic Sciences, EarlyView.
Abstract Saw mark analysis is an important component of forensic anthropology, particularly in cases of postmortem dismemberment. While stereomicroscopy remains the benchmark for evaluating kerf features, recent advances in imaging technologies offer new opportunities for documenting and interpreting bone trauma.
Pieter D. de Wet   +4 more
wiley   +1 more source

Critical Evaluation Of Forensic Psychology Of Criminals In Crime Detection From Indian Legal Perception

open access: yesSouth Eastern European Journal of Public Health
Forensic psychology plays a pivotal role in the criminal justice system, bridging the gap between the complexities of the human mind and the legal proceedings that seek to understand and address criminal behaviour. This article conducts a critical assessment of the profound significance and concurrent challenges faced by forensic psychology in the ...
Dr. Keval Govardhan Ukey   +2 more
openaire   +1 more source

Psychopathological profiles of inmates convicted for femicide, other familial homicides, or attempted homicides

open access: yesJournal of Forensic Sciences, EarlyView.
Abstract Femicides and family‐related homicides represent a significant concern, with over 50% of homicides occurring within the family setting. This study aimed to explore the complex factors, including psychological aspects, behind such crimes, focusing on a sample of inmates incarcerated for homicide, attempted homicide, or femicide.
Biancamaria Treves   +9 more
wiley   +1 more source

LLM‐based keyword augmentation for title‐driven evidence selection: A practical approach

open access: yesJournal of Forensic Sciences, EarlyView.
Abstract Keyword‐based search is widely used in digital forensic investigations, yet its effectiveness depends strongly on investigator experience, leading to inconsistent results and missed evidence. While previous studies have explored machine learning and large language models (LLMs) to address this, practical deployment is often constrained by ...
Sanghyun Yoo, Doowon Jeong
wiley   +1 more source

In vitro and in vivo metabolism profiles of cathinone and pseudoephedrine: Discrimination between khat and pseudoephedrine uses

open access: yesJournal of Forensic Sciences, EarlyView.
Abstract In the present study, the metabolism of khat (Catha edulis) and pseudoephedrine was compared with the aim of identifying objective criteria that could be used to discriminate between them for forensic and doping‐control purposes. An in vitro study using human liver microsomes and an in vivo study using rat urine were performed under harmonized
Jong Suk Park   +6 more
wiley   +1 more source

From bias awareness to governance control: Regulating human factors across the forensic science evidence lifecycle

open access: yesJournal of Forensic Sciences, EarlyView.
Abstract Cognitive bias is widely recognized as a persistent source of error in forensic science, yet mitigation efforts continue to emphasize examiner awareness, ethical vigilance, and training‐based interventions. Empirical evidence from cognitive science demonstrates that such approaches are insufficient to reliably control bias under real‐world ...
Michael P. Kessler
wiley   +1 more source

Defining and measuring homicide rates for birth cohorts: Methodological and theoretical challenges and solutions

open access: yesCriminology, EarlyView.
Abstract Social scientists have long been interested in understanding how age, period, and cohort effects shape long‐term homicide trends. Yet fundamental measurement challenges remain pervasive in estimating age‐specific homicide rates for birth cohorts.
Jason Robey, Matt Vogel
wiley   +1 more source

The dynamics of criminal collaboration: Multiplex ties in mafia networks

open access: yesCriminology, EarlyView.
Abstract This study examines how social embeddedness and multiplex relationships shape criminal collaboration within organized crime networks. Drawing on data from three major investigations into the ‘Ndrangheta, we analyze how kinship, clan affiliation, leadership, and prior interactions influence participation in meetings and phone calls.
Francesco Calderoni   +2 more
wiley   +1 more source

Can prisons move people into better jobs? A look at correctional vocational training programs and sectoral employment outcomes

open access: yesCriminology, EarlyView.
Abstract Three‐quarters of US prisons offer vocational training programs, which aim to place trainees in middle‐skills jobs in specific occupational sectors post‐release. These middle‐skills jobs may more effectively reduce recidivism than the jobs that normally characterize the labor market experience of the formerly incarcerated, yet whether ...
Britte van Tiem
wiley   +1 more source

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