INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF NOVEL RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT International Peer Reviewed & Refereed Journals, Open Access Journal ISSN Approved Journal No: 2456-4184 | Impact factor: 8.76 | ESTD Year: 2016
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Post-mortem interval (PMI) estimation plays a crucial role in forensic investigations, aiding in criminal investigations, identifying human remains, and providing closure to families. Various methods have been developed to estimate PMI, ranging from traditional techniques like entomology and forensic pathology to modern advancements in molecular biology and forensic anthropology. This review provides a comprehensive overview of the current methodologies and technologies used for PMI estimation, highlighting their strengths, limitations, and emerging trends.
The review begins by discussing classical methods such as rigor mortis, livor mortis, and algor mortis, which rely on the physical changes that occur in the body after death. It then explores the role of entomology, focusing on the succession of insect species on decomposing remains and their correlation with PMI. Additionally, advancements in forensic pathology, including the examination of post-mortem changes in tissues and organs, are examined.
The review further delves into modern techniques such as molecular biology, which utilize the degradation patterns of DNA and RNA to estimate PMI. The potential of microbiome analysis, utilizing the microbial communities present in decomposing remains, is also discussed as a promising avenue for PMI estimation.
Moreover, forensic anthropology techniques, including skeletal analysis and taphonomic studies, are explored for their contribution to PMI estimation, especially in cases of skeletonized remains.
Throughout the review, emphasis is placed on the interdisciplinary nature of PMI estimation, where combining multiple methods often yields more accurate results. Challenges such as environmental factors, variability among individuals, and the lack of standardized protocols are addressed, along with potential solutions and future directions.
"Post-mortem Interval Estimation", International Journal of Novel Research and Development (www.ijnrd.org), ISSN:2456-4184, Vol.9, Issue 3, page no.b106-b134, March-2024, Available :http://www.ijnrd.org/papers/IJNRD2403111.pdf
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