Forensic

AnthropologyAna Soares, 9ºC

What is Forensic

Anthropology? Anthropology is the study of humankind,

culturally and physically.

Forensic Anthropology is the application

of anthropological knowledge and

techniques in a legal context.

What is Forensic

Anthropology?

It involves detailed knowledge of

osteology to aid in the identification and

cause of death of skeletal remains.

Where do Forensic

Anthropologists work?

Most forensic anthropologists are

university professors who work on

casework as it comes to their university.

Some work for, or as consultants to,

city/state/federal government - for

example, in a medical examiner's office,

or in a governmental lab.