New Aspects of Forensic Investigation and Autopsy
A special issue of Forensic Sciences (ISSN 2673-6756).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 28 October 2026 | Viewed by 26
Special Issue Editor
Interests: forensic pathology; crime scene investigation; forensic anthropology; forensic psychiatry; forensic radiology; forensic toxicology; forensic entomology
Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
This Special Issue will explore and share the latest advancements in forensic science and legal medicine, with a specific focus on the integration of novel analytical techniques and investigative procedures. We invite the submission of original research articles, reviews, and case studies showcasing innovative approaches across all stages of forensic investigation, from the crime scene to autopsy and laboratory analyses.
The Special Issue will highlight interdisciplinary methodologies that enhance the accuracy, reliability, and efficiency of forensic processes. Topics of interest include, but are not limited to, digital forensics in crime scene documentation, advances in post mortem imaging and autopsy techniques, molecular and toxicological innovations, and new protocols in trace evidence analysis.
By bridging the gap between traditional forensic methods and emerging technologies, this Special Issue will foster collaboration among forensic pathologists, laboratory scientists, and legal experts. Our aim is to contribute to the evolution of best practices in forensic investigations and support the scientific community in addressing complex medico-legal challenges.
We encourage submissions from researchers and professionals working at the intersection of forensic science and legal medicine who are committed to advancing this field.
Dr. Sara Sablone
Guest Editor
Manuscript Submission Information
Manuscripts should be submitted online at www.mdpi.com by registering and logging in to this website. Once you are registered, click here to go to the submission form. Manuscripts can be submitted until the deadline. All submissions that pass pre-check are peer-reviewed. Accepted papers will be published continuously in the journal (as soon as accepted) and will be listed together on the special issue website. Research articles, review articles as well as short communications are invited. For planned papers, a title and short abstract (about 100 words) can be sent to the Editorial Office for announcement on this website.
Submitted manuscripts should not have been published previously, nor be under consideration for publication elsewhere (except conference proceedings papers). All manuscripts are thoroughly refereed through a single-blind peer-review process. A guide for authors and other relevant information for submission of manuscripts is available on the Instructions for Authors page. Forensic Sciences is an international peer-reviewed open access quarterly journal published by MDPI.
Please visit the Instructions for Authors page before submitting a manuscript. The Article Processing Charge (APC) for publication in this open access journal is 1200 CHF (Swiss Francs). Submitted papers should be well formatted and use good English. Authors may use MDPI's English editing service prior to publication or during author revisions.
Keywords
- forensic investigations
- crime scene investigation
- autopsy
- laboratory investigations
- forensic sciences
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