Journal of Forensic Sciences
As the official publication of AAFS, the Journal of Forensic Sciences (JFS) brings you original investigations, observations, scholarly inquiries and reviews in various branches of the forensic sciences. Through the JFS, we aim to strengthen the scientific foundation of forensic science in legal and regulatory communities around the world. If you are not a member of the Academy, you must subscribe to JFS in order to access full length articles or utilize the purchase instant access option.
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What is the JFS Noteworthy Articles initiative?
JFS Noteworthy Articles is a collection of JFS articles chosen to feature some of the most impactful scientific articles representing the breadth and multidisciplinary nature of forensic science. JFS Editors select the articles annually, which are in turn featured as a special collection made openly available and free to read for a limited period of time. Selection of an article for the collection highlights the published work of author(s) or a research team.
I would like to express our heartfelt gratitude once again for your invaluable assistance in facilitating the publication of our research. We are truly delighted with the exceptional quality of work displayed throughout the rigorous evaluation process. Your commitment to excellence is evident and greatly appreciated.
Based on our positive experience, I am excited to share with you that we will definitely be submitting our future manuscripts to this esteemed journal. Your dedication to advancing scholarly research is commendable, and we look forward to collaborating again in the future.
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- Dr. Evangelos DragonasVirtual Issue Celebrating National Forensic Science Week!
The articles in this collection illustrate how JFS has been an important vehicle in helping the forensic science community understand the breadth, depth, and complexity of the digital world – which truly touches all aspects of forensic science.
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From the Journal
There are over 6,000 current JFS articles that are digitally available, and that number is continuously increasing as authors are aiming to publish new research everyday in order to keep up with the tremendous advancement of forensic science. Use these resources to properly navigate JFS content.
- May 2025 Issue
- September 2024 Issue with Special Section on Disaster Victim Identification
- September 2023 Issue with Special Section on Fentanyl and its Analogs in Forensic Science
- Early View
- Most accessed
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- 2024 Noteworthy Articles
- 2023 Noteworthy Articles
- 2022 JFS Noteworthy Articles
- 2021 JFS Noteworthy Articles
- 2020 JFS Noteworthy Articles
- 2019 JFS Noteworthy Articles
- 2024 JFS Virtual Issue: Artifacts in Digital & Multimedia Forensics
- 2023 JFS Virtual Issue: The Path Forward – Forensic Sciences Response to the National Academies of Sciences Report 2009
- 2022 JFS Virtual Issue: Role of Forensic Anthropology in Mass Disaster Identification
- 2021 JFS Virtual Issue: Forensic Science and Terrorism
- 2020 JFS Virtual Issue: Advances in Pattern Recognition
- All issues
For Authors
Each year, JFS publishes scientific research from authors around the world. We welcome original manuscript submissions focusing on research with theoretical or practical implications for the forensic sciences.
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As a dues paying AAFS member, you receive a digital subscription to the Journal of Forensic Sciences. Students of AAFS receive discounted journal access.