Forensic details

Today, he continues to write posts and share videos that promote knowledge of forensic science on various social media platforms.

He has attracted nearly 6 million followers on Sina Weibo, and his channel on the video-sharing platform Bilibili, which enjoys great popularity among younger online users, has notched up around 570,000 subscribers.

He is asked some bizarre questions, such as, can a dead woman give birth to a baby? Is it possible for a man to commit suicide by biting off his own tongue? Why do those freezing to death often rip off their clothes? Or whether hickeys are dangerous. These are all answered in a clear and humorous way in his videos.

When asked why he insists on spreading knowledge of forensics among the public, he says he hopes that the information will help people to apply a level of critical thinking to discussions about influential, newsworthy cases, preventing them from being misled by rumor or gossip.

The films and drama series that were adapted from Qin's novels have brought viewers closer to the jobs of forensic workers and helped him to reach a larger audience.

As an aspiring writer enjoying a growing profile, he has sought to create more absorbing and thought-provoking stories that cause readers to reflect on life, death and the depth of human depravity, as well as address public concerns about certain social topics.

He has planned a series of books that touch upon topics including social responsibility, women's rights, domestic violence and adolescent mental health.

For instance, the novel, Doll, released last year, unfolds 10 criminal cases revolving around violence in intimate relationships, exploring the mentality of both the victims and their abusers.

"The novel looks at school bullying, romance scams, psychological manipulation by an intimate partner, alongside other social problems, which shows the author's care for vulnerable groups," comments a user of the review site Douban.

The reader adds that the book illustrates how forensic experts work under strict guidelines to prevent and control the spread of COVID-19 pandemic, noting that Qin's novels often reflect the times.