Advances in Geophysical Methods Applied to Forensic Investigations

This book provides a general introduction to the most important geophysical exploration methods and their application to forensic sciences. It describes physical principles, campaign procedures and processing, as well as interpretation techniques, while also highlighting new acquisition and data analysis procedures.

A large section of the book is devoted to applications, from measurements to the interpretation of data. Further, the book shows how to design and perform a forensic survey, and offers guidance on selecting the best method for the problem at hand, and on selecting the best type of data acquisition and processing. Written in straightforward language and chiefly intended as an introductory text for students in several scientific fields, the book also offers a useful guide for specialists who want to expand their expertise in this fascinating discipline.

• geophysical exploration methods
• data processing
• Pompeii
• Ventarron
• identification of illegal landfills
• conservation of infrastructures

• Institute of Cultural Heritage Sciences, National Research Council, Lecce, Italy

  Giovanni Leucci

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