Call for Papers – Volume 4
NFSU Journal of Forensic Justice
School of Law, Forensic Justice and Policy Studies
National Forensic Sciences University (NFSU)
Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India
About the Journal
The NFSU Journal of Forensic Justice is the flagship peer-reviewed academic publication of the School of Law, Forensic Justice and Policy Studies at the National Forensic Sciences University, an Institution of National Importance under the Ministry of Home Affairs, Government of India.
The journal is double-blind, peer-reviewed, and international in scope, and it promotes interdisciplinary scholarship in Law and Forensic Science. It is an online journal and holds the eISSN: 2584-0924.
Themes for Volume 4 (Tentative Release: July 2025)
Submissions are invited on the following illustrative themes (original topics related to these broad categories are welcome):
Procedural Themes
- Review of Legislations Relating to Forensic Justice
- Critical Review of New Legislations and Policies
- Procedural Safeguards in Forensic Investigations
- Ensuring Fair Trials and Effective Use of Forensic Evidence
Investigation & Crime Scene Management
- Advancements and Challenges in Crime Scene Management
- Role of Technology in Scene Investigation
- Evidence Preservation vs. Privacy: A Legal Perspective
Judicial & Admissibility Issues
- Role of Judges in Interpreting Scientific Evidence
- Admissibility Standards Across Jurisdictions
Scientific Areas
Ballistics
- Ballistics in Mass Shootings and Terror Attacks
- AI in Firearm Forensics
DNA Evidence
- Ethics in DNA Profiling and Databases
- Using DNA to Solve Cold Cases
Environmental Forensics
- Investigating Pollution Crimes
- Climate Change and Legal Accountability
Digital Forensics
- Trends in Cybercrime Investigations
- Deepfakes, Encryption & AI Challenges
Medico-Legal Toxicology
- Forensic Toxicology in Drug Overdose & Warfare
- Post-Mortem Toxicology and Rare Substances
Behavioral Forensics
- Profiling in Serial Crimes
- Psychological Autopsies
Forensic Anthropology & Wildlife Forensics
- Wildlife Crime Investigations
- Forensic Tools in Combating Illegal Trade
International & Humanitarian Forensics
- Forensic Justice in Disaster & Post-Conflict Zones
- Mass Atrocities and Victim Identification
Marine & Conflict Zone Forensics
- Maritime Crimes & Underwater Investigations
- War Crimes Documentation
Criminal Justice System and Technology
- Interoperable Criminal Justice System (ICJS)
- Digital Forensics and CCTNS
Contemporary & Emerging Topics
- Innovations in Forensic Science
- Impact of Tech on Justice Delivery
- Virtual Hearings and E-Courts
- Forensics and Access to Justice
Who May Contribute?
Submissions are welcome from:
- Academicians and Legal Professionals
- Research Scholars and Doctoral Candidates
- Undergraduate and Postgraduate Students
- Practitioners working in Forensics, Law, or Public Policy
Co-authorship is allowed (maximum two authors).
Submission Categories & Word Limits
- Research Articles: 6,000–8,000 words
- Notes/Comments: 3,000–4,000 words
- Critical analysis of legislation, case law, or policy developments
- Book Reviews: 1,500–2,500 words
- Review of recent publications in forensic law/science
Note: Word limits exclude footnotes.
Submission Process
- Submissions can be made either through the online portal (available on the website) or via email.
- For submission guidelines, formatting style, and checklist, refer to the [Call for Papers here].
Submission Deadline
February 18, 2025
Contact Details
Email: journalofforensicjustice@nfsu.ac.in
- Click here to apply- https://jfj.nfsu.ac.in/Register
- Visit the official website- https://jfj.nfsu.ac.in/
