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  2. Forensic anthropology - Wikipedia

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    Forensic anthropology is the application of the anatomical science of anthropology and its various subfields, including forensic archaeology and forensic taphonomy, [1] in a legal setting. A forensic anthropologist can assist in the identification of deceased individuals whose remains are decomposed, burned, mutilated or otherwise ...

  3. Forensics in antiquity - Wikipedia

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    The first recorded example of forensic dentistry may be the account of Agrippina, the Roman emperor Nero's mother, who sent for the head of her enemy Lollia Paulina to verify her death. While the face was distorted beyond recognition, Agrippina could recognize a distinctively colored front tooth that she had previously noticed in Lollia’s mouth.

  4. Forensic science - Wikipedia

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    Forensic archaeology is the application of a combination of archaeological techniques and forensic science, typically in law enforcement. ... For example, it was ...

  5. Glossary of archaeology - Wikipedia

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    forensic archaeology Forensic archaeologists employ their knowledge of archaeological techniques and theory in a legal context. This broad description is necessary as forensic archaeology is practiced in a variety of ways around the world. [12] funerary archaeology Funerary archaeology is the study of the treatment and commemoration of the dead.

  6. Forensic facial reconstruction - Wikipedia

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    An example of a 2D facial reconstruction conducted by forensic artist Karen T. Taylor, and the subsequent identification, April Dawn Lacy. [6] Forensic facial reconstruction of Alberto di Trento by Arc-Team and the 3D artist Cicero Moraes. Two-dimensional facial reconstructions are based on ante mortem photographs, and the skull. Occasionally ...

  7. History Cold Case - Wikipedia

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    History Cold Case is a British documentary television series in which scientists use modern forensic techniques to investigate ancient remains. Two series of History Cold Case aired on BBC Two between 6 May 2010 and 21 July 2011. The television series is recommended for age 17 and above due to graphic images and maturity.

  8. Dying To Be Free - The Huffington Post

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    The last image we have of Patrick Cagey is of his first moments as a free man. He has just walked out of a 30-day drug treatment center in Georgetown, Kentucky, dressed in gym clothes and carrying a Nike duffel bag.

  9. Subfields of archaeology - Wikipedia

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    Classical archaeology is the study of the past using both material evidence (i.e. artifacts and their contexts) and documentary evidence (including maps, literature of the time, other primary sources, etc.). Classical archaeology specifically pertains to the Mediterranean area and the archaeology of Greece and its surrounding areas.