The Yard of Knowledge
Age is among the important features to establish the identity of an individual. It is usually based on the principles of forensic anthropology. Age estimation of the deceased is common practice in forensic medicine. But there are certain circumstances where Continue reading
Pugmarks are studied under the category of track-mark evidence. They are the footprints or paw prints of all the animals and confirm their presence in a particular area. They are analogous to fingerprints and footprints of human beings and unique Continue reading
The planet earth is filled with a lot of beauty because it has life on it and one of the most important forms of life is wildlife (fauna and flora). But due to the increasing greed of humans many wildlife Continue reading
Fentanyl is a potent synthetic opioid similar to morphine and it produces analgesia to a greater extent i.e. 50-100 times more than morphine. A dose of only 100 micrograms can produce equivalent analgesia to approximately 10 milligrams of morphine. It Continue reading
Amphetamine is a psychoactive drug stimulating the central nervous system and produces a false sense of euphoria which is followed by depression. It affects the chemicals in the brain and nerves that contribute to hyperactivity and impulse control. It also Continue reading
Heroin is a potent analgesic drug with a strong euphoric effect. It is the phenanthrene derivative of the somniferous plant Papaver somniferum (poppy plant). Heroin is a semisynthetic opioid derived from the acetylation of morphine and called diacetylmorphine or diamorphine. Continue reading
Drug addiction has become the most common threat for the youth all around the world. It is engulfing them deep and destroying their lives. In today’s busy and competitive world, people are facing a lot of pressure to stay in Continue reading
There are a lot of microorganisms present in the environment that are not visible to the naked eye. Therefore we are more prone to the diseases and harmful effects caused by these microorganisms. And because of this peculiar feature of Continue reading
Bioterrorism, also referred to as biological warfare, is the intentional release of biological agents that threaten to cause disease or death among the human population, food crops and livestocks. Biological agents are the organisms like bacteria, viruses, fungi, insects or Continue reading
The human hereditary material known as Deoxyribonucleic acid or DNA holds several hereditary characters in each organism. This long molecule which contains information that is needed for organisms to both develop and reproduce is a complex structure made up of Continue reading
Forensic investigators are called to the crime scene to collect evidence and examine them, which will help law enforcement agencies to use the report for the further proceeding of the case. Crime scene investigation is an exact science. Crime scene Continue reading
“Tales of the Grim Sleeper” is a crime film premiered on HBO. It’s a real-life story of an American Serial killer that will leave you with fear in the pit of your stomach. To put it most simplistically: This movie Continue reading
With the invention of the Cell by Robert Hooke came different cell components, and so did Mitochondria, our very own powerhouse of the cell invented by Albert von Kolliker. Located in the cytoplasm, Mitochondria is known to be the source Continue reading
Forensic odontology is a branch of dentistry that deals with the examination and analysis of dental evidence and analysis of marks created by the teeth on the victim’s body relating it to be presented as in the interest of justice. Continue reading
Interesting question, right! Do you know not only in every individual but fingerprints differ in your fingers too? Yeah, you read that correctly. Let me give you a practical example. We all use smartphones, where we put our fingerprints as Continue reading
