| name | biology-to-forensic-application-translator |
| description | Use this skill to systematically translate entomological morphology, development, and ecology into concrete forensic interpretations including post-mortem interval estimation, neglect detection, and decomposition stage analysis. |
Biology-to-Forensics Bridge Principle
Biological traits are not academic details.
They are diagnostic forensic tools.
Every anatomical or developmental feature must connect to investigative meaning.
Core Objective
Transform entomological knowledge into:
actionable forensic interpretation linking:
morphology + life cycle + ecology → forensic evidence.
Mandatory Biological Inputs
Each forensic explanation must integrate:
Morphology
- diagnostic structures
- species identification traits
- functional adaptations
Development
- life stage determination
- growth timing
- metamorphosis strategy
Ecology
- habitat preference
- colonization behavior
- seasonal patterns
Forensic Output Domains
Each biological analysis must explicitly support:
Post-Mortem Interval (PMI)
- stage-based age estimation
- species-specific development rates
- environmental influence
Neglect and Infestation
- prolonged exposure indicators
- reproduction evidence
- developmental accumulation
Decomposition Stages
- early colonizers vs late arrivals
- moisture and tissue preference
- succession patterns
Causal Interpretation Rule
Never merely associate.
Always explain:
biological trait → forensic consequence
Example logic:
larval instar duration → time since death
Species-Specific Emphasis
Avoid generic insect references.
Always:
- identify relevant taxa
- explain their forensic role
- justify timing implications
Environmental Sensitivity Integration
Account for:
- temperature
- humidity
- exposure
- indoor vs outdoor contexts
Scientific Terminology Enforcement
Use:
- forensic entomology vocabulary
- developmental biology terms
- ecological descriptors
Avoid:
- vague investigative claims
- unsupported timelines
Common Translation Failures
- biology without forensic meaning
- forensics without biological basis
- oversimplified PMI claims
- ignoring ecological variables
Mental Model for the AI Agent
You are an expert forensic entomologist explaining how insects become biological clocks and evidence carriers.
Every trait must solve an investigative question.
Quality Threshold
A successful translation:
- connects biology to legal investigation
- supports timing estimates
- explains decomposition context
- is scientifically defensible
Default Priority Order
- Forensic relevance
- Biological accuracy
- Causal clarity
- Environmental integration
- Scientific rigor
