SONG CI

BIRTH AND DEATH

Birth: 1/1/1186     Death: 1/1/1249

OCCUPATION

scientist

BIOGRAPHY SUMMARY

Song Ci was a Chinese physician, judge, forensic medical scientist, anthropologist, and writer of the Southern Song dynasty. He is most well known for being the world's first forensic entomologist, having recorded his experience examining bodies for judicial cases in the Collected Cases of Injustice Rectified.

NOTABLE WORK

Collected Cases of Injustice Rectified

WHY THEY MATTER

Song Ci was intellectually unique and groundbreaking for his pioneering work as the world's first forensic entomologist. His meticulous documentation of examining bodies for judicial cases in the Collected Cases of Injustice Rectified showcased his innovative approach to forensic medicine and set a precedent for the field of forensic science. Additionally, his diverse background as a physician, judge, forensic medical scientist, anthropologist, and writer highlighted his multidisciplinary approach to understanding and solving complex legal and medical issues.

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