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Forensic Sciences Template

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About the Forensic Sciences format

Forensic Sciences is a peer-reviewed journal published by MDPI, covering Forensic Anthropology and Bioarchaeology Studies, Forensic and Genetic Research, Forensic Entomology and Diptera Studies. Over its lifetime it has published 309 papers, which have received 1,300 citations.

PublisherMDPI
Reference styleNumbered (MDPI)
Numbered — [1], [2] in the text
1. Smith, A.; Jones, B.; Lee, C. A Representative Article Title. Forensic Sciences 2023, 12, 45–58.

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Abbreviation (ISO-4)Forensic Sci.
Publishes research inForensic Anthropology and Bioarchaeology Studies Forensic and Genetic Research Forensic Entomology and Diptera Studies Autopsy Techniques and Outcomes Paleopathology and ancient diseases
ISSN2673-6756
Citation impact (2-yr)1.62
h-index17
i10-index34
Open accessYes — indexed in DOAJ
Top institutions publishing hereUniversity of Coimbra
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Papers published in Forensic Sciences per year

1
2020
22
2021
57
2022
45
2023
48
2024
79
2025

Citation impact of Forensic Sciences by publication year

3
2020
237
2021
584
2022
178
2023
189
2024
97
2025

Citations each year’s papers have accumulated so far — the most recent years are still building up.

Most-cited papers in Forensic Sciences

Conceptualizing Cybercrime: Definitions, Typologies and Taxonomies

Kirsty Phillips, Julia Davidson, Ruby Farr et al. · 16 Apr 2022

Cybercrime is becoming ever more pervasive and yet the lack of consensus surrounding what constitutes a cybercrime has a significant impact on society, legal and policy response, and academic research. Difficulties in understanding cybercrime begin with the variability in terminology and lack of consistency in cybercrime legislation across jurisdictions. In this review, using a structured…

A Study of 3D Digitisation Modalities for Crime Scene Investigation

George Galanakis, Xenophon Zabulis, Theodoros Evdaimon et al. · 30 Jul 2021

A valuable aspect during crime scene investigation is the digital documentation of the scene. Traditional means of documentation include photography and in situ measurements from experts for further analysis. Although 3D reconstruction of pertinent scenes has already been explored as a complementary tool in investigation pipelines, such technology is considered unfamiliar and not yet widely…

The Pretoria Bone Collection: A 21st Century Skeletal Collection in South Africa

Ericka N. L’Abbé, Gabriele C. Krüger, Charlotte E. G. Theye et al. · 8 Dec 2021

The Pretoria Bone Collection (PBC) began in 1942 with the opening of a medical school at the University of Pretoria (UP) in Pretoria, South Africa, where this skeletal collection is housed in the Department of Anatomy. The purpose of this paper is to provide information on the national legislation associated with obtaining, curating and researching…

Documented Skeletal Collections and Their Importance in Forensic Anthropology in the United States

Vanessa Campanacho, Francisca Alves Cardoso, Douglas H. Ubelaker · 15 Dec 2021

Documented skeletal collections are the backbone of forensic anthropology due to their associated biohistories. This paper describes the identified skeletal collections and their relevance in forensic anthropological research, education and training in the US. The establishment of documented skeletal collections in the US can be distinguished into two modus operandi, depending on the stance towards…

Postmortem Interval Estimation: New Approaches by the Analysis of Human Tissues and Microbial Communities’ Changes

Sara C. Zapico, Joe Adserias‐Garriga · 19 Feb 2022

There are several methodologies available to estimate time since death based on different changes that a corpse undergoes after death. However, these methods are imprecise due to the decomposition process being affected by several factors, principally temperature and humidity. Current trends for the determination of the Postmortem Interval (PMI) attempt to estimate the PMI in…

Forensic Sciences template — frequently asked questions

How do I write a paper in the Forensic Sciences format?
In DocuGuru you write your manuscript in a normal editor — no LaTeX setup required — and select the Forensic Sciences template. When you export, DocuGuru compiles the paper into the official MDPI format and hands you a submission-ready PDF along with the editable LaTeX source.
What reference style does Forensic Sciences use?
Forensic Sciences uses Numbered (MDPI) references, shown as numbered [1], [2] markers in the text. DocuGuru formats every in-text citation and the reference list in this exact style automatically. A reference appears like this: 1. Smith, A.; Jones, B.; Lee, C. A Representative Article Title. Forensic Sciences 2023, 12, 45–58.
Do I need to know LaTeX to submit to Forensic Sciences?
No. DocuGuru generates the mdpi LaTeX class and compiles the PDF for you in the background, so you get a MDPI-ready Forensic Sciences document without writing any LaTeX. If you do want it, the LaTeX source is included in the export.
Can I import an existing draft into the Forensic Sciences template?
Yes. Paste or upload your current manuscript — Word, LaTeX, Markdown, or plain text — and DocuGuru reflows it into the Forensic Sciences format with correct headings, figures, tables, and numbered citations.
What is Forensic Sciences?
Forensic Sciences (Forensic Sci.) - MDPI Journal. It is a multidisciplinary journal, published by MDPI.
Can I export a submission-ready Forensic Sciences PDF?
Yes — DocuGuru produces a PDF built with the official Forensic Sciences template (the mdpi class) that is ready to submit to MDPI, together with the matching LaTeX source files.
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