As forensic sciences are multidisciplinary, it is possible for multiple disciplines to work together in associating and solving crimes based on the findings obtained from the evidence. The nature of the crime and the conditions under which it is committed determine which branches of science will be utilized. In recent years, there have been significant technological developments in every field of science. Alongside these advancements, the nature of criminal activities has also evolved. In forensic investigations, it is crucial to evaluate the evidence obtained from crime scenes correctly and to solve cases quickly and accurately. All biological evidence related to the incident is examined within the scope of forensic biology, which constitutes a vital part of forensic sciences. This branch of science utilizes a wide variety of biological samples, such as human, animal, plant, or microbial remains collected from crime scenes, to answer questions such as the identification of individuals involved in the crime, the time of death, and any changes in the body's location after death.

'Forensic Biology: In Pursuit of Justice with the Traces of Nature' is presented to our readers as a comprehensive resource for undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral students studying forensic sciences and forensic biology. In the first volume of our book, we aimed to cover a wide range of topics on animals, plants, and microbiology. In the second volume, we delve into the collection of biological evidence, serology, forensic DNA analysis, and identification. Written by experts in the field of forensic biology, this book seeks to impart knowledge in the field to our readers by presenting both fundamental information and current approaches.

Assoc. Prof. Gönül FİLOĞLU
Assoc. Prof. Özlem BÜLBÜL