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Narrative Review: The Influence of Carcass Placement on Insect Algazali, Mohamad Assegaf; Abid, Istiana Firqah
Photon: Jurnal Sain dan Kesehatan Vol. 14 No. 2 (2024): Jurnal Photon
Publisher : LPPM Universitas Muhammadiyah Riau

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37859/jp.v14i2.7697

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Forensic entomology is crucial in providing information related to insects and legal cases involving both animals and humans. Insects serve as indicators of the time of death, with their presence influenced by the cause and placement of the corpse. This study aims to examine the effect of carcass placement on insect arrival. The method used in this narrative review involves searching for articles with the same or similar topics to obtain data relevant to the topic under discussion. The results of this narrative review revealed that insects arriving on rabbit carcasses placed both indoors and outdoors, as well as on pig carcasses placed outdoors in Warri, Southern Nigeria, belong to seven orders: Diptera (Muscidae, Calliphoridae, Sarcophagidae, Formicidae, Tachinidae), Coleoptera (Chrysomelidae, Staphylinidae, Scarabaeidae, Silphidae, Cleridae, Dermestidae, Histeridae), Hymenoptera (Formicidae), Hymenoptera, Lepidoptera, Blataria, and Orthoptera (Grillidae). Additionally, the difference in placement affected larval growth, with carcasses placed in enclosed spaces showing higher larval growth compared to those placed in open spaces. Keywords: Forensic Entomology, Decomposition, Insects
Article Review: The Role of Botany in Forensic Investigations Afdhil, Zakia; Abid, Istiana Firqah
Photon: Jurnal Sain dan Kesehatan Vol. 16 No. 1 (2025): Journal Photon
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37859/jp.v16i1.7768

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Botany is the study of plants and plant life. Forensic botany is the study of plants, their relation to law and legal issues and can be used as evidence in a case. The characteristics and parts of each plant can be used as evidence when found on the body or things related to a person or the scene of a case. Botanical evidence found at a crime scene can be used to assist the investigation process related to the relationship between the victim, the perpetrator and the scene. The evidence found can be evidence that can be seen directly and microscopic evidence that requires laboratory analysis for identification, therefore forensic botanical analysis must be carried out by experts in the field of botany. Forensic botanical evidence in an investigation can provide information related to the estimated time of death, how long the victim was buried, the cause and manner of death.
Forensic Anthropology: Morphometric Study of The Sternum Using Computed Tomography Scan to Differentiate Sex Across Various Countries (Literature Review) Toisuta, Chrisma Virginia; Abid, Istiana Firqah
Photon: Jurnal Sain dan Kesehatan Vol. 16 No. 1 (2025): Journal Photon
Publisher : LPPM Universitas Muhammadiyah Riau

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.37859/jp.v16i1.7769

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The discovery of bodies in Indonesia is a frequent occurrence. Identifying these bodies requires determining the gender, height, and other physical characteristics to narrow down the search for the victim's identity. Computed tomography (CT) is the modality of choice for evaluating the anatomical details and pathological conditions of the sternum, sternoclavicular joints, and surrounding soft tissues. Given this issue, the researchers were interested in conducting a literature review on morphometric studies of the sternum using computed tomography scans to differentiate gender in various countries. The research method employed was descriptive observational, utilizing a literature review design from several articles published within the last 15 years. The articles selected for this study were based on specific inclusion and exclusion criteria set by the researchers. A total of 20 articles were used in this study. Conclusion, The literature review shows that the increasing number of morphometric studies, particularly in different populations, provides valuable data for researchers. CT can be utilized for the morphometric analysis of living subjects or discovered bones. If parts of the skeleton, such as the pelvis or skull, are not found or are damaged, forensic specialists and forensic anthropologists can accurately estimate gender using the sternum.