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Is is possible to assess identity from notes?
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Is is possible to assess identity from notes?

Could an assessment of old notes using modern techniques solve the mystery of Amelia Earhart?   The findings, published in the...
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Ongoing Research into estimating time of death
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Ongoing Research into estimating time of death

Funded by the Department of Justice, a team from several colleges, universities, and clinics is developing techniques that may be...
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Shark bite, anyone?
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Shark bite, anyone?

Taphonomic damage can be assessed, even with remains recovered from the ocean.  Scientist are using the feeding habits of sharks...
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Border Body Farm
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Border Body Farm

Forensic anthropology often involves working with materials in different states of decomposition.  Listen to the story on NPR to find...
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What Is Forensic Anthropology?

Forensic Anthropology, a sub-field of applied anthropology and physical anthropology, uses a cross-disciplinary approach to determine an individual’s identity, time since death, and the manner of death. The discipline has achieved wide recognition in North America and, like other disciplines, it has its own code of ethics for practices among others outlined in the field of anthropology.

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