Biomarkers in Forensic Diagnosis
A special issue of Diagnostics (ISSN 2075-4418). This special issue belongs to the section "Pathology and Molecular Diagnostics".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2026 | Viewed by 7
Special Issue Editors
Interests: toxins; public health; human rights; abuse; forensic sciences; legal medicine; biomarkers
Interests: autopsy; forensic diagnostics; legal medicine; forensic sciences
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Dear Colleagues,
Biomarkers have emerged as pivotal tools in forensic diagnosis, offering objective, quantifiable, and reproducible evidence that can enhance the accuracy and reliability of medico-legal investigations. Advances in molecular biology, toxicology, genetics, and imaging have significantly broadened the spectrum of potential forensic biomarkers, enabling the earlier detection of pathological changes, improved estimation of the postmortem interval, and more precise differentiation between natural and unnatural causes of death. This Special Issue aims to gather original research articles and reviews, exploring innovative biomarkers with applications in forensic pathology, forensic toxicology, forensic anthropology, and related disciplines. Contributions addressing the validation of analytical methods, the integration of biomarkers into routine forensic practice, and their role in legal proceedings are particularly encouraged. By highlighting emerging trends and challenges, this Special Issue seeks to promote the development of standardized protocols and foster collaboration between forensic scientists, pathologists, clinicians, and legal professionals.
Dr. Matteo Antonio Sacco
Prof. Dr. Isabella Aquila
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- forensic biomarkers
- postmortem interval estimation
- forensic toxicology
- molecular autopsy
- sudden death investigation
- forensic pathology
- genetic markers
- thanatology
- forensic anthropology
- cause of death determination
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