What is a forensic palynologist? describe the case that mildenhall worked on in new zealand. how can a forensic palynologist a crime investigation? what are the challenges of using a forensic palynologist in crime investigations? tiny witnesses read/listen to this npr audio story. what are some of the ways that investigators try to determine time of death? why is the time of death important? how are microbes being used to determine time of death? beyond the time of death, how else could microbes potentially be used in crime investigations?