Forensic Seismology

Forensic Seismology is the application of seismic techniques to the understanding of large and small-scale events. It is used to identify, characterize and analyze seismic events, such as earthquakes, landslides and explosions. It is an essential tool for understanding natural hazards and for engineering and environmental applications, like site investigations and seismic risk assessment. Forensic Seismology is also an important tool for law enforcement, allowing the location and characterization of sources of explosions, providing evidence for criminal and civil cases. It is also used for the forensic investigation of earthquakes, to help understand their origins and reduce the risk of similar events occurring in the future.