Journal of Forensic Psychology

Modern Forensic Pathology: Advances in Postmortem Investigation and Medicolegal Death Analysis

6th International Conference on Forensic Science, Medicine, Research

April 27-28, 2026 | Dubai, UAE

Richard Shepherd

University College London, United Kingdom

Scientific Tracks Abstracts: J Foren Psy

Abstract:

Forensic pathology plays a vital role in determining the cause and manner of death while providing scientifically reliable ev idence for criminal investigations and public health surveillance. This presentation reviews recent advances in postmortem imaging, minimally invasive autopsy techniques, forensic toxicology, and molecular pathology. High-resolution CT, MRI, and digital autopsy technologies are enhancing diagnostic accuracy and preserving valuable forensic evidence.

The session highlights innovations in trauma assessment, sudden unexpected death investigation, and postmortem bio marker analysis that improve medico-legal decision-making. Emerging applications of artificial intelligence and digital pa thology are supporting forensic experts in interpreting complex cases while improving the efficiency of forensic laboratories. Future research focuses on integrating precision medicine and advanced imaging into routine forensic practice.

Biography :

Richard Shepherd is a Consultant Forensic Pathologist in the United Kingdom and an Honorary Professor at University Col lege London. He has investigated thousands of medico-legal cases and is internationally recognized for his contributions to forensic pathology, death investigation, and forensic education.