Morphological Evidence Concerning the Problem of Skin Ridge Formation*

Hirsch, Walter; Schweichel, J.-U.

doi:10.1111/j.1365-2788.1973.tb01186.x

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“…The fact is that the individual's brain (intellect) has genetic dispensation (Campbell, 1998) likewise his/her palm and finger dermatoglyphic pattern (Schaumann and Alter, 1976). Again, the brain and epidermal ridge patterns on fingers (fingerprints) and palms (palmprints) develop at the same period from embryonic ectoderm (Hirsch and Schweighel 1973). Individual's with simian or single transverse palmar crease, which joins the proximal and distal creases to produce a single horizontal crease across the width of the palm, or with Sydney crease, which represents an extension of the proximal transverse crease near the ulnar border of the palm as seen in the individuals with Down syndrome, Rubinstein-Taybi syndrome, Trisomy 18 (Edward's syndrome) and Trisomy 13 (Patau's syndrome) are characterized by delayed development, learning difficulties and/or behavioural disorders (Bagga, 1991).…”

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“…There are ample scientific evidences to suggest that the palm and fingerprints are closely associated with brain functions. For instance, the development of dermatoglyphical marking of the hand occurs at the same period the brain develops from embryonic ectoderm (Hirsch and Schweighel, 1973). That is why a number of genetic diseases have left marks on both the brain and the hand.…”

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“…(ii) the brain and epidermal ridge (or papillary peaks) patterns on fingers (fingerprints) and palms (palmprints) develop at the same period from embryonic ectoderm (Hirsch and Schweighel, 1973). (iii) the hand and the fingers have high brain innervation density that is said to determine the dermatoglyphic characteristics of individual (Dell and Munger, 1986).…”

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Relationship between Palmar Dermatoglyphic Pattern and Academic Performance of Students in a Ghanaian Secondary School

Offei¹,

Abledu²,

Osabutey³

et al. 2014

J. Med. Biomed. Sci.

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Dermatoglyphics which is a scientific study of epidermal ridge patterns on fingers (fingerprints) and palms (palmprints) is an important tool that has been used in the areas of personal identification, criminality as well as medical diagnosis of several congenital diseases. In this study, we hypothesized a positive relationship between academic performance and the dermatoglyphic pattern of the hand. The palmprints and fingerprints of 320 3 rd and 4 th year students of Ghana Senior High School, Koforidua were analyzed according to the number of Primary crease, Intersections of primary crease and Complete transverse Crease (PIC) model of classification and FBI system of fingerprint classification respectively. The dermatoglyphic patterns of each student were compared to the cumulative academic results of five consecutive academic terms. The study revealed that students with symmetrical palmprints performed better academically than those with asymmetrical palmprints (p<0.001). Strikingly, students with Central Pocket Loop Whorl located on the ring and middle fingers performed better academically than those with other fingerprints (p<0.0001). None of the students displayed PIC 101, 201 and 211 palmprint patterns which characterize individuals with learning difficulties. The results thus demonstrate a close association between dermatoglyphic pattern of the hand and brain cognitive functions. Dermatoglyphics can therefore be used to identify potentially weak students and to design teaching and counseling strategies for them. Further research using large sized samples are recommended for further elucidation of established linkages.

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Relationship between Palmar Dermatoglyphic Pattern and Academic Performance of Students in a Ghanaian Secondary School

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Osabutey³

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“…Azizul Haque and Hem Chandra Bose were two Indian fingerprint experts who primarily developed a fingerprint classification system, named after their supervisor and it was known as Henry classification system. 30,31 First paper on fingerprint was published in the scientific Journal 'Nature' by Dr Henry Faulds in 1880 valuing of the friction ridge skin for individualization, especially its use as evidence. 32 Sir Francis Galton then further worked on it and published details on fingerprint analysis and identification and showed that chance of false positive fingerprint was about 1 in 64 billion people.…”

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Fingerprint: A Unique and Reliable Method for Identification

Bose¹,

Kabir

2017

J Enam Med Col

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“…For instance, the establishments of the epidermal ridge pattern take place from the 10 th to 16 th weeks of development [4][5][6][7][8]. Accordingly, the 11 th week marked the period of formation of primary ridges.…”

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Anatomy in Forensics: Applications and Need for Collaboration

Jervas¹

2017

FRCIJ

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Anatomical Sciences are important in medical and forensic education and investigations. Areas of Anatomical Sciences which are important in forensic education and investigations have been highlighted and discussed. Therefore there is need for collaboration among Anatomist who are interested in forensic education and investigations with other Forensic Scientists. This collaboration will create opportunity for exchange of ideas required for proper investigations in Forensics as well as employment opportunity.

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Morphological Evidence Concerning the Problem of Skin Ridge Formation*

Cited by 27 publications

References 20 publications

Relationship between Palmar Dermatoglyphic Pattern and Academic Performance of Students in a Ghanaian Secondary School

Relationship between Palmar Dermatoglyphic Pattern and Academic Performance of Students in a Ghanaian Secondary School

Fingerprint: A Unique and Reliable Method for Identification

Anatomy in Forensics: Applications and Need for Collaboration

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