#forensic science

[morbidology]

Upon first glance, one might mistake the Nutshell Studies of Unexplained Death for an innocent child's plaything. However, a closer inspection reveals something far more sinister. These intricate dollhouses, created by Frances Glessner Lee, depict anything but happy families. 

The series consists of eighteen dollhouses, each designed to aid in the solving of unsolved murders at a time when forensic science was virtually non-existent. Frances would attend crime scenes and autopsies to create accurate and detailed miniature crime scenes, complete with blood spatter, furniture placement, and other subtle clues that could be used to solve the crimes.

[a-very-tired-jew]

The forensic analysis for the Bibas children has been completed and according to news outlets Yarden himself wants people to know how they died.

Now, if you're not someone who can handle this type of stuff I strongly suggest you do not read further. Edit: The Bibas family has asked that the details of Shiri and the boys' deaths not be discussed. They want the world to know they have been murdered, but not in extreme detail. While Hagari has stated that Yarden told him to tell the world, it is likely that Yarden and the rest of the family did not understand what that entailed. I've run into this problem when having to do press releases myself where we go into what we believe is a proper amount of detail regarding a victim(s)'s murder, what was done, and what the public should know. This is not always in line with the family's intent and that can change after the information is already out there.

For their sake I am reducing the amount of detail in this post and removing the article. However, the information is already out there and if you so desire you can find articles about it on many news sites.

They were killed and then mutilated post mortem in an attempt to cover up what had been done. The mutilation was done to simulate a building collapse to try and falsify that they'd be killed in an airstrike.

This is what forensic science does. It can determine peri and post mortem injuries and provide us a timeline of what likely occurred due to the evidence, rather than listening to the terrorists who have lied repeatedly.

Post mortem mutilation typically falls into three general categories; One is done to obfuscate forensics and hide what was done to the victim(s). Another is done in crime of passion scenarios where the perpetrator is not completely unaware of what they are doing and simply go above and beyond the act of killing. And the third is done to cause psychological distress to the victim(s), victim families, and community.

Regardless, it is one of the few things that will get you the death penalty here in the USA and I have been part of a number of cases where the accused will vehemently deny the mutilation and openly confess to the killing because it is such a heinous thing to do. Forensic pathology can determine what wounds were caused peri and post mortem, and determine how much time likely passed in the interim.

This means that even if the crime itself was one of passion there can be a cool down period before post mortem mutilation occurs. Meaning that regardless of emotional highs during the initial crime, the secondary act was done with one of the other two intentions. For all we know it could likely be that it was done to obfuscate and cause psychological distress.

Consider that Hamas has previously stated that the Bibas children were killed in Israeli airstrikes, I don't think either intention is out of the picture. Furthermore, there are a number of "anti-Zionist" accounts on here that range from neo-Bundists, to tankies, to Jew fakers who repeated the Hamas lie that Israel killed the children during an airstrike. They are going to goalpost, and actually are right now as I am typing this, that Israel is now lying about the forensic science.

Repeatedly these accounts and persons have had to goalpost and mental gymnastic their positions in order to maintain that Israel and (((Zionists))) are the worst thing ever and Hamas and its affiliates are just innocent freedom fighters.

This is conspiracy thinking. We saw this with Sandy Hook Truthers and, I guess, you can label these accounts/persons as Bibas Family Truthers. Another person on jumblr said we were going to see this behavior and it hasn't even been 24 hours before the usual suspects started.

And I give credit where credit is due to Israel because they knew this type of conspiracy thinking would come out about their forensics, so they've shared their results and evidence with international labs. While it may be some time before it gets further verified, we will likely see these same accounts move the goalpost again to try and blame Israel for the death of the Bibas children, take the onus of responsibility off of Hamas and affiliates, and accuse Zionists of being Nazis once again. And remember, if you're doing any one of these things (or a combination of them) then you're not a good person.

You're an antisemitic bigot (even if you're one of us, and especially if you're pretending to be).

[kill-your-poets]

I made it through exams, thanks to the support of my wonderful friends who dragged me to coffee shops and the library for day long revision sessions :)

[ethereal-w0lf]

This post is for anyone interested in forensic science.

Forensic science is separated into what I call The three B’s Blood, Bodied and Bones. I’ll lay out the pros and cons for each option and things that will make each one easier.

Blood: easier if you like physics and math.

Pros: Learning liquid physics, easier to keep a consistent work schedule, smells the least bad

Cons: if you don’t like math it will suck, getting comments about Dexter EVERY TIME you say your job, sometime really mentally taxing.

Bodies: easier if you have an interest in medicine and surgery and if you have a strong stomach around guts

Pros: Learning some things that can apply in first aid situations, learning how to identify COD (kinda cool), medical examiner pays really well

Cons: Sometimes smells the worst, hardest on people emotionally, requires really steady hands, usually less consistent work schedule.

Bones: easier if you are comfortable with various temperatures, like puzzles, have a strong gut for rotting stuff and are fine with bugs

Pros: least emotionally taxing, you aren’t working for law enforcement, you get to travel, you get to solve puzzles, you get to discover historical sites with skeletons.

Cons: sometimes the body isn’t fully decomposed and it stinks, a LOT of bugs, never home, grave robbing jokes.

They are all good options it’s just depends on what you like

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[thorn-rosed]

forensic scientist evan keeps a part of every victim. a hand, a skull, a leg... he's got an entire room for human remains full of shelves and a big examination table in the middle. there's also a pinboard with pictures of decomposed bodies and murder victims on the wall.

[forensicfield]

[beyondcrimescenetapes]

Title: The First Forensic Case in China: The Farmer’s Sickle and the Flies

In the annals of forensic science, one of the earliest and most ingenious cases of using insects to solve a crime comes from medieval China. This story, recorded in a historical text from the Song Dynasty, showcases the remarkable use of forensic entomology to uncover the truth.

The Crime Scene

The case unfolded in a rural village where a farmer was found murdered, his body slashed repeatedly with what appeared to be a sickle, a common tool used for harvesting rice. The local magistrate, faced with the challenge of identifying the murderer, devised a clever plan to use the natural behavior of insects to solve the crime.

The Investigation

The magistrate gathered all the villagers who owned sickles and instructed them to place their tools on the ground in a designated area. He then stepped back and waited. Within minutes, blowflies, attracted by the scent of blood, began to swarm around one particular sickle. The flies, with their keen sense of smell, were drawn to invisible traces of blood and tissue that remained on the blade, even after the murderer had attempted to clean it.

The Confession

The owner of the sickle, realizing that the flies had exposed his crime, broke down and confessed. The magistrate, using the natural behavior of the blowflies, had successfully identified the murderer without relying on human testimony or physical evidence alone. This case marked the first documented use of forensic entomology in history.

The Legacy of Song Ci

A scholar named Song Ci documented this groundbreaking case in a book that laid the foundation for modern forensic science. His meticulous observations and detailed instructions on how to conduct autopsies and investigate crimes have been revered for centuries. Song Ci emphasized the importance of personal examination, accurate documentation, and the use of natural evidence to avoid miscarriages of justice.

The Importance of Forensic Entomology

This case highlights the significance of forensic entomology, the study of insects and their role in criminal investigations. Blowflies, in particular, are known for their ability to detect the scent of decomposing bodies within minutes of death. By studying the life cycle and behavior of these insects, forensic entomologists can estimate the postmortem interval (PMI), or the time since death, which is crucial in solving crimes.

Conclusion

The story of the farmer’s sickle and the flies is a testament to the ingenuity of early Chinese investigators and the enduring principles of forensic science. It serves as a reminder that even in the absence of modern technology, careful observation and the use of natural evidence can lead to justice. This historical case remains a cornerstone of forensic science, inspiring generations of investigators to seek truth through meticulous examination and scientific rigor.

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To everyone who asked what the high school math they were learning was good for, the Pythagorean theorem is actually used in forensic science to find the point of origin of blood splatter 😊

[faedastudies]

24.03.2024

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I did a bit of forensic work and ignored the essay I have due in 3 weeks 🥲

I haven’t really been doing the best mentally so I’m taking it all one step at a time (studying enough to keep me from falling too far behind, but not enough to burn me out). Friendly reminder: there is no shame in prioritising your mental health!

And yes, my pen is shaped like a syringe (it used to have red liquid inside but it dried up :/)

[morbidology]

Nicolae Minovici is known as the doctor who hanged himself for science.

He had studied at the Faculty of Medicine and Bucharest where he developed a keen interest in forensic medicine and criminology. He was particularly fascinated in the changes in the body during violent deaths, especially hanging which was a common form of execution at the time.

After his graduation, he founded the first Institute of Legal Medicine in Bucharest and his work laid the foundation for modern forensic practices in Romania and influenced the development of criminology and forensic pathology in Europe.

Among his contributions to science was his experiments in hangings. In an effort to understand the physical and physiological effects of hanging, Minovici decided to conduct experiments on himself. Beginning in 1904, he hanged himself multiple times under controlled conditions. To avoid death, he used a system of ropes and pulleys that allowed him to control the pressure exerted on his neck.

The results of Minovici's self-experiments were groundbreaking. He described the sensations he experienced during hanging, including a tightening sensation in the throat, severe headaches, vision changes, and an overwhelming feeling of impending death. He also observed that the face quickly became congested and discolored due to the interruption of blood flow, a condition known as facial cyanosis.

Minovici's work contributed valuable insights into the mechanics of hanging and its effects on the body. His findings were published in a monograph titled Studies on Hanging, which became an important reference for forensic scientists and criminologists. His research helped to better understand the processes of asphyxiation and the physical signs of hanging, which were crucial for accurate post-mortem examinations in cases of suspected hanging.

[crimeforcryingoutloud]

Forensic science funfact #1 : mummification

Tw: suicide, court medicine, discussion of dead bodies, suicide mention, explaining a ritualistic suicide method in the cultural context

After death, the body in need to mummificate needs to be kept in certain conditions: mostly very warm, away from the external factors (bugs, animals, chemicals, mold etc).

Its a long term process, usually more than 1-2 years post mortem, but there were cases where the mummification process took 2 months! -in this case, the body was found in home, with the body perfectly mummified under the covers.

There is also a process of ritual suicide of automummification called sokushinbutsu. Those people use specific diet (vaguely eating only seeds for years) and gradually commiting the suicide by actively trying to get their body into the perfect conditions for mummification.

The final step of this process is locking themselves in their final coffin where they finish the process of gradually starving themselves to death while entering the staye of deep meditation.

Another funfact: DID YOU KNOW THE REASON WHY THEY ARE SO LITTLE MUMMIES FROM THE ANCIENT TIMES IS BECAUSE WE USED TO EAT THEM IN XI CENTURY. Let me repeat, WE ATE THE MUMMIES.

Gore/sensitive photos:

Auromummified body

77-years old man found in sauna

[delusionaldebutante]

Best criminal minds character❤️❤️❤️

[the-good-neighbors]

Batman Script wip

I think he deserves to be a little[very] autistic

I'll probably tidy up the diologue here and there, maybe add some more idk i just need to get it out of my head first

(BTW this is for my 1920's batman comic of which the current working title is "Gotham: In a Bottle". Since I finally got the arching done I'm getting to woek on the script and will probably be sharing bits of it here and there)

btw you can buy blood from butchers, I know this bc I took a forensic science class and we bought 16 gallons of it . . .

[forensicfield]

Forensic Linguistics

Here is a glossary of key terms related to Forensic Linguistics:

1. Forensic Linguistics: The application of linguistic knowledge, methods, and techniques to legal and criminal investigations, including the analysis of spoken and written language for legal evidence.

2. Linguistic Analysis: The systematic examination and interpretation of language, including its structure, usage, and meaning, to uncover insights and evidence in legal contexts.

3. Authorship Attribution: The process of determining the author or origin of a written text by analyzing linguistic features, such as writing style, vocabulary, and grammar.

4. Linguistic Profiling: The analysis of language to create a profile of an individual, including their demographic information, cultural background, and psychological characteristics.

5. Discourse Analysis: The study of language in use, focusing on how language is structured and used in different contexts, such as conversations, interviews, and legal proceedings.

6. Stylistic Analysis: The examination of linguistic features, such as word choice, sentence structure, and tone, to identify patterns and characteristics that can help identify the author or origin of a text.

7. Phonetics: The study of the physical aspects of speech sounds, including how they are produced, transmitted, and perceived.

8. Phonology: The study of the organization and patterns of sounds in languages, including the rules and structures that govern their use.

9. Morphology: The study of the structure and form of words, including how words are constructed from smaller meaningful units called morphemes.

10. Syntax: The study of the structure and arrangement of words to form grammatically correct sentences and phrases.

11. Semantics: The study of meaning in language, including how words and sentences convey ideas and information.

12. Pragmatics: The study of how language is used in real-world contexts, including the role of context, social factors, and implied meanings in communication.

13. Linguistic Variation: The study of how language varies across different speakers, dialects, regions, and social groups.

14. Sociolinguistics: The study of how language and society interact, including the social and cultural factors that influence language use and variation.

15. Language Documentation: The process of recording and preserving endangered languages, including their grammar, vocabulary, and cultural context.

16. Expert Witness: A professional who provides specialized knowledge and expertise in a particular field, such as forensic linguistics, to assist in legal proceedings and provide expert testimony.

17. Legal Discourse: The language and communication used in legal contexts, including legal documents, court proceedings, and legal arguments.

18. Miranda Rights: The rights of individuals in the United States, as established by the Supreme Court case Miranda v. Arizona (1966), which include the right to remain silent and the right to have an attorney present during police interrogations.

19. Linguistic Evidence: Language-based evidence, such as written documents, recorded conversations, or linguistic analysis, that is used to support or refute claims in legal proceedings.

20. Linguistic Proficiency: The level of skill and competence in a particular language, including the ability to understand, speak, read, and write in that language.

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Forensic Sciences vs ACAB

Okay so I really want to help people. Victims of crimes especially but I’m very adamantly ACAB. Forensic sciences interest me and have since like the fifth grade. I want to help people so badly but I also need to survive as a queer disabled person who lives in this capitalistic society. Help !!!