Kewal Krishan

Machine learning-based comparative analysis of nasal morphology: Forensic implications for sexual dimorphism and ethnic variation

Abstract Background The human nose is a prominent facial feature whose morphoscopic traits offer valuable insights into an individual's ancestry, sex, and personal identification. The study aims to evaluate the nasal morphological features to explore sexual dimorphism and ethnic...

Self-reported aggressiveness does not follow facial masculinization in diverse South Asian populations

Abstract It has been suggested that sexually dimorphic facial traits are related to competitive behavior and aggression, but empirical evidence remains inconsistent and is based on a small number of populations and culturally homogeneous samples. We have combined geometric morpho...

A study of fingerprint ridge density amongst young adults of north India– sexual dimorphism and forensic aspects

Abstract Background Fingerprint analysis constitutes a fundamental component of forensic investigation. Friction skin ridges are highly reliable for human identification because they are distinctive and permanent, making them helpful in criminal investigations for identifying sus...