SCIENCE & JUSTICE
Scope & Guideline
Where Scientific Innovation Meets Justice Integrity.
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Forensic Methodologies and Techniques:
Focuses on the development and validation of novel forensic techniques and methodologies, including advanced imaging technologies, chemical analysis, and DNA profiling methods. - Forensic Applications of Technology:
Explores the integration of cutting-edge technologies such as artificial intelligence, machine learning, and augmented reality in forensic science, enhancing investigative processes and evidence analysis. - Interdisciplinary Research:
Encourages collaborations across various disciplines, including anthropology, biology, chemistry, and digital forensics, to address complex forensic challenges and improve investigative outcomes. - Ethical and Legal Considerations in Forensics:
Addresses the ethical implications and legal frameworks surrounding forensic practices, particularly in relation to evidence handling, data privacy, and the use of forensic evidence in court. - Environmental and Contextual Forensics:
Investigates the role of environmental factors and contextual elements in forensic analysis, including the study of trace evidence, decomposition processes, and the use of environmental DNA.
Trending and Emerging
- Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity:
An increasing number of publications focus on digital forensics, including the analysis of digital evidence, cybersecurity threats, and the implications of digital data in criminal investigations. - Forensic Genetics and DNA Analysis:
Research on advanced DNA analysis techniques, including next-generation sequencing and probabilistic genotyping, has gained traction, reflecting the critical role of genetics in forensic identification. - Integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Forensics:
There is a growing interest in the application of AI and machine learning algorithms for predictive modeling, evidence analysis, and enhancing forensic methodologies. - Environmental Forensics and eDNA:
The use of environmental DNA (eDNA) for wildlife crime investigations and other forensic applications is emerging as a key area of research, emphasizing the intersection of ecology and forensics. - Ethics in Forensic Science:
A noticeable trend towards exploring ethical issues in forensic science, including the implications of bias, data privacy, and the responsibilities of forensic practitioners, is becoming more prominent in recent publications.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Forensic Evidence Collection Techniques:
There has been a noticeable decrease in research focusing on conventional evidence collection methods, as newer technologies and methodologies become more prevalent in forensic practice. - General Crime Scene Management Practices:
The emphasis on generic crime scene management techniques appears to be waning, with more focus shifting towards specific forensic applications and technological innovations. - Non-Scientific Approaches to Forensic Analysis:
Papers that rely on anecdotal evidence or non-scientific methodologies are becoming less frequent, as the journal prioritizes rigorous scientific approaches and empirical research.
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