The University of Trieste, the Department of Medical Sciences, and the School of Specialization in Forensic Medicine express their deep sorrow at the passing of Dr. Fulvio Costantinides, former Researcher in Forensic Medicine.

A graduate in Medicine and Surgery from the University of Trieste, Dr. Costantinides was among the first members of the Trieste School to obtain a Specialization Diploma in Forensic Medicine (1981). From the very beginning of his career, he dedicated himself to crime scene investigations and post-mortem examinations, including external inspections and autopsies. He carried out these activities on behalf of the Judicial Authorities with great commitment and enthusiasm throughout his professional life.

A knowledgeable and empathetic educator, he was a forensic pathologist distinguished by a rigorous methodological approach and exceptional analytical, synthetic, and intuitive abilities. His colleagues remember him as a highly skilled and meticulous forensic physician when dealing with expert assessments and medico-legal cases. In this field, discussion and debate were always welcomed, conducted openly and honestly, while maintaining the strictest adherence to procedural rules.

Always present, approachable, and willing to contribute, he taught Forensic Pathology to at least two generations of forensic medicine specialists, leaving a lasting impact on his students and colleagues alike.