The World's Largest Experiment Simulating Dead Bodies in Suitcases Is Underway

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The World's Largest Experiment Simulating Dead Bodies in Suitcases Is Underway
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A crime scene can present itself in any form and size.

. Both studies show carrion insects are extremely resourceful when it comes to getting access to concealed bodies.Hidden in a patch of bushland in Western Australia, we are currently running the largest-ever experiment on decomposition process in suitcases and wheelie bins, with almost 70 samples.

We have placed instruments for recording temperature, humidity, and amount of rain both in the field and inside the containers. As we opened the suitcases at set intervals, we found the larvae of blowflies, along with coffin flies and some beetles active in the remains. This means the offspring of large flies and beetles must reach the body through the teeth of the zipper.

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