The detection of metallic residues in skin stab wounds by means of SEM-EDS: A pilot study

In this study, Scanning Electron Microscopy-Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy (SEM-EDS) was applied to the study of cadaveric stab wounds performed with kitchen knives composed of iron, chromium and nickel, in order to verify the presence of metallic residues on the wound's edge.

Source: Science and Justice - December 30, 2017 Category: Forensic Medicine Authors: Elisa Palazzo, Alberto Amadasi, Michele Boracchi, Guendalina Gentile, Francesca Maciocco, Matteo Marchesi, Riccardo Zoja Source Type: research