The Transformative Impact of Artificial Intelligence in Traditional Forensic Disciplines
Executive Summary Artificial Intelligence (AI) is profoundly reshaping traditional forensic science, introducing unprecedented levels of accuracy, efficiency, and reliability across various disciplines. This report explores AI's strategic value and current applications in critical areas such as DNA analysis, questioned document examination, forensic biology, forensic chemistry, and forensic medicine. AI's ability to construct standardized identification models, enhance diagnostic capabilities through multimodal data fusion, and provide multi-dimensional solutions marks a significant evolution in forensic practices. 1 While AI offers substantial advancements, persistent challenges related to ethical considerations, data quality, algorithmic interpretability, and the need for a balanced approach that augments, rather than replaces, human expertise remain crucial considerations for its responsible integration into the pursuit of justice. 1. Introduction: The Evolving Landscape ...