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Forensic Entomology - With Chris Shreve

North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics via YouTube

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Explore the fascinating field of forensic entomology in this 23-minute video lecture by Duke University Laboratory Instructor Chris Shreve. Discover how insects play a crucial role in death investigations and learn about the various applications of forensic entomology, including stored-product and medico-legal cases. Delve into the complete metamorphosis process of insects, understand the impact of day length and photoperiod on insect development, and examine forensically relevant insect species. Learn about the predictable life cycle of the black blowfly at a steady temperature and its significance in determining time of death. Gain insights into the role of ants in forensic investigations. For a deeper understanding, access an interactive online lesson on calculating the postmortem interval through the provided link.

Syllabus

Intro
Forensic entomology is used in different
Stored-Product Forensic Entomology
Medico-legal Forensic Entomology
Complete metamorphosis
Day length/Photoperiod
Forensically relevant insects
At a steady 70°F, the black blowfly life cycle has a VERY predictable time table
Question
Ants

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North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics

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4.8 rating, based on 15 Class Central reviews

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  • Profile image for Jean Carlos Rodríguez Capellán
    Jean Carlos Rodríguez Capellán @Jcbravo809
    Chris Shreve provides a clear and practical introduction to forensic entomology. The explanations are straightforward, supported by real case examples, and focused on how insect evidence is applied in criminal investigations. The content on estimating the post-mortem interval and identifying key species at death scenes is especially valuable. A useful, professional, and well-organized presentation.
  • Profile image for Jamie Florence
    Jamie Florence @secretnerd
    4
    This is a field I am very interested in, and I think the presenter was exceptional in the presentation of the material. It was kept interesting and engaged me in the lesson. I believe this has sparked and piqued my interest in getting to know more in this area. Very well presented and kept it fun and light. Very informative!
  • Mohamadreza Soufi
    This course was incredibly helpful and well-structured. The explanations were clear, the examples were relevant, and the instructor did a fantastic job breaking down complex topics. I feel much more confident in this subject now. Highly recommended for anyone interested in learning deeply and efficiently.
  • Profile image for S Mohnish
    S Mohnish
    Great course with keen learning how insects live, grow, reproduce and other activities and this also helps me to get a basic knowledge on forensic entamology in forensic science
  • Profile image for Arpitha. Mohan.L
    Arpitha. Mohan.L
    Nice class. Each and everythings well explained in MedicoLegal aspects, stages of flys, the way of teaching is very good and well explained
  • S.Jency Dharshini Priya
    It is so interesting to learn about how insects takes part in the crime.
    By entomology, we can come to know about the time of death of the victim.
    It is so useful to learn it in online because, time will be saved.
    This course is so good to me in my perspective.
  • Profile image for Owen John
    Owen John
    Well presented, highlighted topic well, gave a clear introduction, over view and insight to this branch of forensics
  • Anonymous
    It is very useful and helpful for my higher studies. It is easy to understand.This is a field I am very interested.
  • Profile image for S N E K A
    S N E K A
    This course is quite interesting.
    As I'm a undergoing post grad in entomology field, it was really fun to recall things and gather some new information.
    This course would be useful for many beginners who are willing to choose and study entomology.
    I need to thank the lecturer who clearly explained everything and simple definitions for the terms which would be easy for anyone who are willing to learn.
  • HRIDYA A S
    Hi.... The class was pretty good and informative. Lecturing the class with slides was so helpful, so that i was able to note down the notes so quickly.
  • NAMAN SONGARA
    amazing course, great information. really liked the way of teaching and explaining about the insects which are helpful in forensic field.
  • Muhammad Mudasser
    Course is very helpful about the forensic entomology and the way of teaching is also very good. The knowledge that I am looking forward about the forensic entomology, I get that from this course.
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    Muhammad Amjad
    Before this course, I had no idea about the medical entomology, its types and how its work. And also I had no ideas what types of insects are involved and how these insects are used to identify the suspects.
  • Profile image for The Physics Dog
    The Physics Dog
    This was quick, easy, and understandable. Perfect for beginners, and being able to find out more about the world of Entomology!
  • Mohammad Zahid Shah
    It was an interesting experience i learned i lot of new things about entamology and especially forensic entamology
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