Abstract
The field of forensic anthropology is a scientific discipline, within the broader field of physical anthropology, which is focused on the analysis and interpretation of human remains in medicolegal contexts. Historically, the role of the forensic anthropologist was aimed at providing a biological profile derived from the detailed study of the skeletal tissues, which included an assessment of age, sex, stature, and ancestry of the individual, in order to assist in identifying the unknown person. Since then, the field has expanded to include the forensic archaeological recovery of remains as well as forensic taphonomic and trauma evaluations. As such, the forensic anthropologist is tasked with not only aiding in uncovering the identity of the individual, but also the circumstances surrounding their death. Forensic anthropologists are employed in a variety of settings, including academia, medical examiners' offices, government agencies, and human rights agencies.
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