The Hidden Witnesses to Murders: An Introduction to Forensic Entomology

Kasture, Poorva

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Title

The Hidden Witnesses to Murders: An Introduction to Forensic Entomology

Author(s)

Kasture, Poorva

Issue Date

2025-07-14

Keyword(s)

• forensic entomology
• entomotoxicology
• postmortem interval

Date of Ingest

2025-11-14T17:02:34-06:00

Abstract

Forensic entomology, the study of insects in legal investigations, plays a crucial role in determining the postmortem interval (PMI) and other factors that can help determine the time since death. For instance, forensic entomology has applications in identifying toxicological influences and helping re­construct potential crime scenes. This article aims to provide an overview of forensic entomology in the context of how it is used to determine the postmortem interval, providing a general overview of the techniques used-such as successional waves and entomotoxicology-and highlighting its significance in its field. Furthermore, future implications and interdisciplinary collaborations will be explored, redefining the field with new technological innovation. However, potentially concerning impacts from climate change may arise as a result. By highlighting both the present and future, this article aims to showcase the nature of forensic entomology in modern criminal investigations as a valuable tool to bring justice to victims of violent crime.

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text

Genre of Resource

article

Language

eng

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