Medicine, Science and the Law

Aims & Scope

Medicine, Science and the Law is the official journal of the British Academy for Forensic Sciences (BAFS).

It is a peer reviewed journal dedicated to advancing the knowledge of forensic science and medicine.

The journal aims to inform its readers from a broad perspective and demonstrate the interrelated nature and scope of the forensic disciplines.

Through a variety of authoritative research and practice articles submitted from across the globe, it covers a range of topical medico-legal issues.

The journal keeps its readers informed of developments and trends through reporting, discussing and debating current issues of importance in forensic practice.

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Metrics & Ranking

Impact Factor

Year	Value
2025	1.7
2024	1.50

SJR (SCImago Journal Rank)

Year	Value
2024	0.454

Quartile

Year	Value
2024	Q1

h-index

Year	Value
2024	42

Journal Rank

Year	Value
2024	12534

Journal Citation Indicator

Year	Value
2024	288

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Abstracting & Indexing

Journal is indexed in leading academic databases, ensuring global visibility and accessibility of our peer-reviewed research.

• Scopus
• Google Scholar
• Web of Science
• Medline

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Subjects & Keywords

Journal’s research areas, covering key disciplines and specialized sub-topics in Medicine, Nursing and Social Sciences, designed to support cutting-edge academic discovery.

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Most Cited Articles

The Most Cited Articles section features the journal's most impactful research, based on citation counts. These articles have been referenced frequently by other researchers, indicating their significant contribution to their respective fields.

• Microscopical Focal Destruction (Tunnels) in Exhumed Human Bones

  Citation: 275

  Authors: C.J.

• The Sadistic Murderer

  Citation: 222

  Authors: Robert P.

• Risk factors for child maltreatment recurrence: An updated systematic review

  Citation: 132

  Authors: Oliver G, Nick, David PH

• Infanticide in England and Wales

  Citation: 118

  Authors: M N, R

• Facial-recognition algorithms: A literature review

  Citation: 106

  Authors: Paramjit, Kewal, Suresh K., Tanuj

• The Neuropathology of Status Epilepticus

  Citation: 100

  Authors: R. M.

• Parents Who Kill Their Children

  Citation: 96

  Authors: P. D.

• Can Shaking Alone Cause Fatal Brain Injury?

  Citation: 93

  Authors: C Z, M D

• Sudden Natural Deaths Associated with Commercial Air Travel

  Citation: 92

  Authors: R.

• Children's Memories for Stressful and Non-Stressful Events

  Citation: 91

  Authors: Kim, Sandra

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