Nicolae S. Minovici (23 October 1868 – 26 June 1941) was a Romanian forensic scientist and criminologist who served as head of his country's anthropometric service.

[1][2] He is known for his studies investigating connections between tattooing and criminal behaviour,[2] as well as his research on hanging and its physiological effects on the human body.

[9] In this configuration, after a progressive series of experiments each lasting longer than its predecessor, he was able to remain hanging for a maximum of twenty five seconds.

[9] He also performed choking experiments on volunteers by applying pressure on their carotid arteries and jugular veins for up to five seconds, until the faces of his subjects became red.

[1] He died a bachelor, bequeathing his estate, including his home, which was built by architect Cristofi Cerchez,[10] and a collection of Romanian folk art, to his country.