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22The publishing of this journal marks a major achievement for the ASFSFM  This journal will provide an effective platform for Arab and international forensic scientists to present their latest research and will facilitate cooperation and discussion between experts in all elds related to forensic science and forensic medicineAbout the JournalThe Arab Journal of Forensic Sciences and Forensic Medicine is a biannual peer-reviewed, open access, international journal dedicated to the development and application of forensic science and forensic medicine knowledge and research for the purpose of law and justice in the world  The AJFSFM is the of cial publication of the Arab Society for Forensic Sciences and Forensic Medicine, and is under the patronage of Naif Arab University for Security Sciences, Riyadh – Kingdom of Saudi Arabia  VisionA leading journal that contributes to the growth of forensic science education, research and practice by delivering the latest information contained in original research papers that enhance the understanding, knowledge and skills of forensic scientists in the Arab world and across the globe   Aims Sharing knowledge, research experience, recent achievements and new technologies in various disciplines of forensic sciences and forensic medicine Education and research are indispensable tools for the scienti c and economic growth of a nation  and it is of the greatest importance to have effective mechanisms which provide the academic and scienti c community with the latest research and recent developments in their respective elds of expertise  This rapid broadcasting of scienti c information not only facilitates their research but also contributes towards exciting new discoveries  Scienti c journals and magazines are one of the best means to facilitate the dissemination of vital research and other information essential to the academic and scienti c community  At present, there are more than ,  scholarly journals serving the scienti c community, researchers, students and professionals worldwide   The Arab Journal of Forensic Sciences and Forensic Medicine )AJFSFM( is the academic journal of the Arab Society for Forensic Sciences and Forensic Medicine )ASFSFM(, and was launched in April  The Arab Journal of Forensic Sciences and Forensic Medicine (AJFSFM): A new era of sharing knowledge and researchAbdul Rauf Chaudhary Bashir, M.Sc, M.Phil, AIBMSManaging EditorArab Journal of Forensic Science & Forensic MedicineCollege of Forensic Sciences, Naif Arab University for Security SciencesP.O Box: 6830, Riyadh 11452, KSAEmail  bashir nauss edu sa-  AJFSFM. This is an open access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial License.doi  /Arab Journal of Forensic Sciences and Forensic Medicine  olume  Issue ) (, -Naif Arab University for Security Scienceswww nauss edu sahttp //ajfsfm nauss edu saArab Journal of Forensic Sciences and Forensic MedicineOpen AccessProduction and hosting by NAUSSIntroductory Articleamong forensic scientists from Arab countries and the rest of the world   Achieving a leading position in its eld by publishing genuine, outstanding, trustworthy, and unpublished research submitted by ambitious researchers, spreading to all scientists, pathologists, jurists, medicolegal professionals and students in the eld of forensic sciences and forensic medicine   Playing a vital role in global forensic science research and development by disseminating superior and innovative research and information to all those involved in serving justice, and to those who believe in adapting modern scienti c tools and technologies for the investigation, detection, prosecution and prevention of crime Serving the needs of academics as well as security personnel working on the ground in forensic investigation  ScopeThe AJFSFM will publish original contributions in many different disciplines of forensic medicine, forensic science and criminal justice including but not limited to Forensic pathology Odontology Histochemistry Toxicology )drugs, alcohol, poisons, etc ( Forensic biology )body uids, human DNA pro ling, population studies of human identity markers, entomology  hair and ber, non-human DNA(  Forensic Chemistry )inks, paints, dyes, explosives, re accelerants and propellants( Forensic psychiatry and Hypnotics Forensic anthropology and archeology Impressions ) ngerprints, tool-marks, tires, writing( Firearms White collar crimes )counterfeit and forgery, questioned documents( Digital forensics )cybercrimes, credit card crimes( Criminal justice Investigations of value to public healthThe AJFSFM will publish contributions submitted from any part of the world that fall under any of the following categories Original research papers Case reports Review articles Rapid Communications  Brief /Technical notes Letters to the Editor Book Reviews Conferences / Symposia Proceedings Society news AnnouncementsAJFSFM Editorial TeamAn editorial team plays very crucial role in the success of a journal  Routinely, an editorial team comprises an editor-in-Chief, Deputy- or an Assistant Editor)s(, Associate Editor)s(, Managing Editor, Editorial Board, and/or an Advisory Board  The Editorial/Advisory Boards constitute an essential and fundamental unit of a journal and their members are the pillars upon whom the entire structure of the journal stands  Their academic and professional competency in their respective elds is well recognized all over the world  At present, the editorial team of the AJFSFM comprises of an Editor-in-Chief, three Associate Editors, one Managing Editor,  members of the Editorial Board,  members of the Advisory Board, and a team of staunch peer reviewers  Members of the AJFSFM editorial team are highly quali ed and well-known scholars from the Arab world as well as international academia  They include forensic pathologists, toxicologists, molecular biologists, forensic chemists, geneticists, forensic serologists, biostatisticians, crime scene experts, and criminal justice specialists  Their outstanding academic research and vast experience in various disciplines of forensic science and forensic medicine is well established  Responsibilities of the Editorial/Advisory Board include the following Providing input on editorial needs and reviewing manuscripts, as requested   Peer reviewing and offering mutually respectful and constructive reviews of manuscripts to assist in providing the highest quality papers   Maintaining con dentiality and objectivity with regard to manuscripts and the review process Encouraging authors whose primary language is not English to seek mentorship or assistance from a colleague prior to submitting a manuscript for review   Acting as Journal ambassadors and sourcing potential authors, readers, and potential subscribers in their region  They can also encourage their students and colleagues to read and cite the journal   Advising on editorial strategy, providing inspiration and advice and playing a productive role in the development of the Journal  The Arab Journal of Forensic Sciences and Forensic Medicine )AJFSFM(  A new era of sharing knowledge and researchOpen Access24 Planning for the future strategy of the Journal and formulating new ideas and innovations   Monitoring the output of the Journal to ensure that it meets the needs of the community Analyzing and comparing the performance of the AJFSFM to other similar journals  Are we doing better than others   Maintaining the editorial independence of the Journal s editors   Supporting journal editors to run their journals ethically and transparentlyThe following is the list of AJFSFM Editorial Team members along with their areas of specializationEditorial DirectorDr. Jamaan Rashid ben RagoshPresident, Naif Arab University for Security SciencesRiyadh - Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaEditor-in-ChiefDr. Abdulsallam Bakdash, Ph.DForensic Toxicology / Forensic ChemistryCollege of Forensic SciencesNaif Arab University for Security SciencesRiyadh - Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaAssociate editorsProf. Abdul Rahman A. Alwarthan, Ph.DForensic and Analytical ChemistryCollege of ScienceKing Saud UniversityRiyadh - Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaProf. Maciej J. Bogusz, M.D, Ph.DClinical and Forensic ToxicologySinsheim - GermanyProf. Osama AL Madani, MBBS, PhD, CFFM, MFFLM.Forensic Pathology Forensic Medicine Department Ministry of HealthDammam - Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaManaging EditorThe Managing Editor is responsible for coordinating the peer-review and publication processes and is the central point of contact among authors, reviewers, the editorial team, and the publisherAbdul Rauf Chaudhary, M.Sc, M.Phil. AIBMSForensic Serology / DNA Analysis / Population GeneticsCollege of Forensic SciencesNaif Arab University for Security SciencesRiyadh - Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaEditorial BoardProf. Sherien Salah Ghaleb, M.D, FFLM, FRSMForensic Medicine / Pathology / Clinical ToxicologyFaculty of MedicineBeni Suef UniversityCairo - Egypt Prof. Michael Tsokos, M.DForensic Medicine / Pathology / Clinical Toxicology Institut of Forensic Sciences and legal medicine Charité Universitätsmedizin BerlinBerlin -GermanyDr. Omar El Essam, Ph.DForensic Chemistry / ToxicologyPolice Training AcademyMinistry of InteriorDoha - QatarProf. Muataz.A.Al-Qazzaz, DCM, M.Sc, FIBMS, BFM Forensic Pathology College of Medicine University of Al-NahrainBaghdad – Iraq Dr. Alaa Althubaiti, Ph.DBiostatistics / Medical StatisticsCollege of Medical Sciences, King Saud bin Abdulaziz University for Health SciencesRiyadh - Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaDr. Samar Alzeer, Ph.DPharmacology & ToxicologyFaculty of PharmacyUniversity of DamascusDamascus - SyriaA R BashirProf. Ashraf Mozayani, Ph.D., DABFTForensic Biology / Serology / Quality Control Barbara Jordan-Mickey Leland School of Public Affairs Department of Administration of Justice Houston, Texas - USAProf. Arjumand Warsy, Ph.DBiochemistry / Molecular Biology/ GeneticsCenter for Science and Medical Studies for Girls King Saud UniversityRiyadh - Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaDr. Nagi Abdul-Wahab Abdullah, M.B.B.S, M.Sc, Ph.DForensic pathologyFaculty of MedicineAden UniversityAden - YemenDr. Marwan Shareef Saeed Al Qahaf, Ph.D Criminal JusticeCollege of Criminal JusticeNaif Arab University for Security SciencesRiyadh - Kingdom of Saudi ArabiaDr. Frank T. Peters, PhDToxicologyInstitute of Forensic MedicineUniversity Hospital JenaJena - GermanyAdvisory BoardProf. Hans H. Maurer, Ph.DExperimental & Clinical ToxicologyInstitute of Experimental and Clinical ToxicologySaarland UniversityHomburg, Saar - GermanyProf. Frederick P. Smith, Ph.DToxicology / Analytical ChemistryUniversity of New HavenWest Haven, Connecticut- USADr. Mohammad Ashraf Tahir, Ph.DForensic serology / DNA Profiling / Crime ScenePunjab Forensic Science AgencyLahore - PakistanProf. Ogail El Nour Mohammaed Swar El Dahab, M.B.B.CH, Ph.DForensic Medicine / PathologyForensic Medicine Department of SudanMinistry of HealthKhartoum - SudanProf. Alain G. Verstraete, MDClinical Biology / ToxicologyLaboratory of Clinical Biology - ToxicologyGhent University HospitalGhent - BelgiumProf. Pascal Kintz Jean, Ph.DForensic Toxicology / PharmacologyX-Pertise Consulting,Oberhausbergen - France Prof. Dina A. Shokry, MBBS., Ph.DForensic Medicine and Clinical ToxicologyFaculty of MedicineCairo - Egypt Prof. Petr Hejna, Ph.D., M.D., MBAForensic PathologyDepartment of Forensic MedicineUniversity Hospital in Hradec KrálovéHradec Králové - Czech RepublicProf. Anil Aggarwal, M.D,Forensic PathologyMaulana Azad Medical CollegeNew Delhi -IndiaTerms and conditions of publication in the AJFSFMThe Journal welcomes original contributions from scholars, researchers, academics and forensic science practitioners from all over the world, under the following terms and conditions   Papers must be written in Arabic or English Papers written in Arabic should have an abstract in English and vice versa Each manuscript must be accompanied by a statement that the manuscript has not been submitted for publication elsewhere in Arabic or English, unless it was a conference paper  If it was a conference paper, then this should be noted together with a statement that The Arab Journal of Forensic Sciences and Forensic Medicine )AJFSFM(  A new era of sharing knowledge and researchthe paper has been completely re-written and that eithera( It was not originally copyrighted or b(That the author has cleared any necessary permission with the copyright owner if it has been previously copyrighted   Any previous publication of a paper in another language should also be disclosed All papers are refereed, and the Editor-in-Chief reserves the right to refuse any manuscript, whether on invitation or otherwise, and to make suggestions and /or modi cations before publication   The AJFSFM places great emphasis on the originality and quality of the papers published in this journal  Submitted manuscripts are rst reviewed by the Editor-in-Chief )EIC( who has the authority to reject the paper or refer it to one of the Associate Editors )AE( for further review  The AE evaluates the paper and decides whether it describes a suf cient body of work to support a major advance in a particular eld  If the AE does not judge the manuscript to be suitable for the journal, alone or in consultation with other AEs, the manuscript may be rejected outright, without external peer review, with the reasons outlined in the decision letter sent to the author  If the AE does judge the manuscript to be suitable for the journal, it will then be subject to external peer review with the consent of EICPeer Review Process A full double-blind refereeing process is applied in which papers are sent to -  experts for their peer review  The opinions of up to three experts are sought to evaluate the manuscript fully with respect to its signi cance, relevance, quality, and clarity  On receipt of all reviewer comments, and potentially further consultation amongst other editors, a decision is made by the AE and co-signed by the EIC, who will send the decision to the corresponding author  The whole process may take -  months  Possible decisions include Accept Minor Revision Major Revision RejectFor papers which require changes, the same reviewers will be used to ensure that the quality of the revised paper is acceptable   The AJFSFM shall furnish authors of accepted papers with proofs for the correction of printing errors  The proofs shall be returned within  calendar days of submittal  Reviewers and the AJFSFM shall not be held responsible for errors which are the result of authors  oversight Manuscripts which have been accepted for publication will be freely available online  The AJFSFM is an open access journal and will strictly adhere to this policy as per the terms and conditions laid down in the Creative Commons Attribution-Non-commercial-No Derivatives License  Use for commercial purposes, and alteration or transformation of the article in some derivative work is strictly prohibited   For detailed instructions about the preparation of manuscripts, online submission and author guidelines, kindly visit the AJFSFM website  http //ajfsfm naussedu sa  You may also visit http //www icmje org/recommendations/ for more publication guidelines  Initially, the AJFSFM shall be published biannually  However, when the number of scholarly articles received for publication increases then the editorial team may consider publishing it -  times a year  In order to achieve this objective, the AJFSFM needs immense support and cooperation from researchers, scholars, the scienti c community and forensic science practitioners, and must encourage them to submit their research work to be published in the JournalFinally, the AJFSFM of ce would like to extend its sincere appreciation and gratitude to His Excellency, Dr  Jamaan Rashid ben Ragosh, the President of Naif Arab University for Security Sciences, for his guidance and immense support in facilitating the launch of the AJFSFM  The Journal is also grateful to the honorable panel of Associate Editors )Prof  Maciej J  Bogusz, Prof  Osama AL Madani and Prof  AbdulRahman A  Alwarthan(, respected members of the Editorial & Advisory Board, and team of reviewers for their tremendous efforts in making this journal succeed and play a vital role in the development of forensic science education and research in the Arab world and internationally - our, vision, mission and goalA R Bashir

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