DVI System International: software assisting in the Thai tsunami victim identification process

Area of Science:

• Forensic Science
• Information Technology
• Disaster Management

Background:

• The DVI System International is a PC-Windows software designed for victim identification.
• It is particularly advantageous in managing cases involving victims of multiple nationalities during major disasters.
• The system utilizes Interpol forms for standardized input and transfer of antemortem and postmortem data.

Purpose of the Study:

• To explain the design concepts behind the DVI System International's dental forms (F1 and F2).
• To describe the operational functionality of the DVI System International software.
• To detail adjustments made to the system during the Thai Tsunami Victim Identification process.

Main Methods:

• Focus on the conceptual framework of the DVI System International's dental forms.
• Description of the software's operational workflow.
• Analysis of system modifications implemented during a real-world disaster response.

Main Results:

• The DVI System International software effectively manages victim identification data.
• Interpol forms serve as a standardized protocol for data handling.
• The system demonstrated utility and adaptability during the Thai Tsunami Disaster response.

Conclusions:

• The DVI System International software provides a robust solution for mass disaster victim identification.
• Standardized protocols like Interpol forms are crucial for international disaster response.
• The system's design and adaptability proved valuable in complex identification scenarios.