Stable isotopes (δ13C, δ15N, δ34S) of human skin during decomposition

Key Points

• Decomposition dynamics reveal distinct stable isotopic patterns in human skin.
• The isotopes δ13C, δ15N and δ34S show significant changes over time as decomposition progresses.
• Assessment of skin samples analyzed stable isotopes at multiple decomposition stages using advanced techniques.
• These findings highlight the potential for stable isotopes to assist in forensic investigations of human remains.