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Diagnosing Invasive Parasites (2023)
Book Chapter
Bojko, J., Collings, A. J., Burgess, A. L., & Goode, J. A. (2023). Diagnosing Invasive Parasites. . Centre for Agriculture and Bioscience International (CABI). https://doi.org/10.1079/9781789248135.0002

Microorganisms are everywhere and biological invasions are no exception. In this chapter, we present an arsenal of diagnostic and research tools that can help the invasion biologist to identify, characterize, quantify and understand the symbiotic ass... Read More about Diagnosing Invasive Parasites.

3D Forensic Science: An introductory statement from the members of the Forensic Capability Network (FCN) Visual Technologies Research Group (VTRG) (2023)
Journal Article
Carew, R. M., & Collings, A. (2023). 3D Forensic Science: An introductory statement from the members of the Forensic Capability Network (FCN) Visual Technologies Research Group (VTRG). Forensic Imaging, 33, Article 200546. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fri.2023.200546

The Forensic Capability Network (FCN) Visual Technologies Research Group (VTRG) is a collective of academics, consultants, forensic practitioners, and law enforcement with expertise in the developing field of 3D forensic science (3DFS) that was estab... Read More about 3D Forensic Science: An introductory statement from the members of the Forensic Capability Network (FCN) Visual Technologies Research Group (VTRG).

Enamel growth variation in pathological samples and its potential uses as a diagnostic tool in biological and forensic anthropology (2023)
Presentation / Conference
Aris, C., Hemer, K., Weale, M., Street, E., & Collings, A. J. (2023, April). Enamel growth variation in pathological samples and its potential uses as a diagnostic tool in biological and forensic anthropology. Paper presented at 92ND ANNUAL MEETING OF THE AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF BIOLOGICAL ANTHROPOLOGISTS, Online and in Reno, Nevada, USA

A preliminary study into the impact of using three-dimensional models in forensic anthropology learning and teaching. (2022)
Journal Article
Collings, A., & Craik, K. (2022). A preliminary study into the impact of using three-dimensional models in forensic anthropology learning and teaching. Science and Justice, 814 - 821. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scijus.2022.04.006

Forensic anthropology has traditionally relied on two-dimensional (2D) images, such as photographs and sketches, to perform analyses, and disseminate findings. However, as 3D imaging technology advances, it has become more widely implemented into for... Read More about A preliminary study into the impact of using three-dimensional models in forensic anthropology learning and teaching..

A survey of case studies on the use of forensic three-dimensional printing in England and Wales. (2022)
Journal Article
Collings. (2022). A survey of case studies on the use of forensic three-dimensional printing in England and Wales. International Journal of Legal Medicine, https://doi.org/10.1007/s00414-022-02872-4

3D printing has rapidly developed and been applied in forensic science due to its use in creating demonstrations for courts of law. Much of the literature on this specific topic has focused on the use of 3D printed models in academia, the potential i... Read More about A survey of case studies on the use of forensic three-dimensional printing in England and Wales..

Functional Analysis of Anuran Pelvic and Thigh Anatomy Using Musculoskeletal Modelling of Phlyctimantis maculatus (2022)
Journal Article
Collings. (2022). Functional Analysis of Anuran Pelvic and Thigh Anatomy Using Musculoskeletal Modelling of Phlyctimantis maculatus. Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology, https://doi.org/10.3389/fbioe.2022.806174

Using their abundant musculature, frogs are able to exhibit outstanding behavioural versatility. However, understanding the dynamic motion of their 30 + hindlimb muscles, with multi-joint action, and curved pathways, is challenging. This is particula... Read More about Functional Analysis of Anuran Pelvic and Thigh Anatomy Using Musculoskeletal Modelling of Phlyctimantis maculatus.

Reconstruction and physical fit analysis of fragmented skeletal remains using 3D imaging and printing (2020)
Journal Article
Collings. (2020). Reconstruction and physical fit analysis of fragmented skeletal remains using 3D imaging and printing. Forensic Science International: Reports, 100114 - 100114. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.fsir.2020.100114

Physical fit analysis (PFA) entails physically fitting fragmented evidence together to determine shared origin. PFA can be challenging to conduct with bone fragments particularly when fragile, sharp, or embedded in other materials. Three-dimensional... Read More about Reconstruction and physical fit analysis of fragmented skeletal remains using 3D imaging and printing.

Digital dissection of the pelvis and hindlimb of the red-legged running frog, Phlyctimantis maculatus, using Diffusible Iodine Contrast Enhanced computed microtomography (DICE µCT). (2019)
Journal Article
Collings. (2019). Digital dissection of the pelvis and hindlimb of the red-legged running frog, Phlyctimantis maculatus, using Diffusible Iodine Contrast Enhanced computed microtomography (DICE µCT). PeerJ, e7003 - ?. https://doi.org/10.7717/peerj.7003

BACKGROUND: The current study applies both traditional and Diffusible Iodine Contrast Enhanced computed microtomography (DICE µCT) techniques to reveal the musculoskeletal anatomy of Phlyctimantis maculatus. DICE µCT has emerged as a powerful tool to... Read More about Digital dissection of the pelvis and hindlimb of the red-legged running frog, Phlyctimantis maculatus, using Diffusible Iodine Contrast Enhanced computed microtomography (DICE µCT)..

The impact of pelvic lateral rotation on hindlimb kinematics and stride length in the red-legged running frog, Kassina maculata (2019)
Journal Article
Collings, A. J., Porro, L. B., Hill, C., & Richards, C. T. (2019). The impact of pelvic lateral rotation on hindlimb kinematics and stride length in the red-legged running frog, Kassina maculata. Royal Society Open Science, 6(5), Article 190060. https://doi.org/10.1098/rsos.190060

Some frog species, such as Kassina maculata (red-legged running frog), use an asynchronous walking/running gait as their primary locomotor mode. Prior comparative anatomy work has suggested that lateral rotation of the pelvis improves walking perform... Read More about The impact of pelvic lateral rotation on hindlimb kinematics and stride length in the red-legged running frog, Kassina maculata.

The dynamic role of the ilio-sacral joint in jumping frogs. (2018)
Journal Article
Collings. (2018). The dynamic role of the ilio-sacral joint in jumping frogs. Biology Letters, https://doi.org/10.1098/rsbl.2018.0367

A striking feature among jumping frogs is a sharp pelvic bend about the ilio-sacral (IS) joint, unique to anurans. Although this sagittal plane hinge has been interpreted as crucial for the evolution of jumping, its mechanical contribution has not be... Read More about The dynamic role of the ilio-sacral joint in jumping frogs..

Kinematic control of extreme jump angles in the red-legged running frog, Kassina maculata. (2017)
Journal Article
Collings. (2017). Kinematic control of extreme jump angles in the red-legged running frog, Kassina maculata. Journal of Experimental Biology, 1894 - 1904. https://doi.org/10.1242/jeb.144279

The kinematic flexibility of frog hindlimbs enables multiple locomotor modes within a single species. Prior work has extensively explored maximum performance capacity in frogs; however, the mechanisms by which anurans modulate performance within loco... Read More about Kinematic control of extreme jump angles in the red-legged running frog, Kassina maculata..

Inverse dynamic modelling of jumping in the red-legged running frog, Kassina maculata. (2017)
Journal Article
Collings. (2017). Inverse dynamic modelling of jumping in the red-legged running frog, Kassina maculata. Journal of Experimental Biology, 1882 - 1893. https://doi.org/10.1242/jeb.155416

Although the red-legged running frog, Kassina maculata, is secondarily a walker/runner, it retains the capacity for multiple locomotor modes, including jumping at a wide range of angles (nearly 70 deg). Using simultaneous hind limb kinematics and sin... Read More about Inverse dynamic modelling of jumping in the red-legged running frog, Kassina maculata..