Some Forensic Anthropology May Mistakenly Support False Ideas around Race
All research dealing with documenting human populations needs to use appropriate terminology
Articles by Boston University School of Medicine
Sample Preparation in Forensic Toxicological Analysis May Have Huge Impacts
Overview of routine biological samples, their components, and ways to process them for downstream analysis
Examining Forensic Anthropology's Knowledge of Transgender Bodies
How frequently transgender individuals are represented in forensic anthropological casework is currently unknown
Study Finds Field of Forensic Anthropology Lacks Diversity
The lack of diversity in the STEM fields and the forensic sciences is concerning because it can limit the types of questions being asked in research
Experimental PET Scan Detects Abnormal Tau Protein in Brains of Former NFL Players
Researchers found the more years of tackle football played, the higher the tau protein levels detected by the PET scan
Longitudinal Studies Provide Excellent Research Learning Environment for Trainees
Ongoing studies often have well-established research teams and senior investigators with extensive experience
Searching for Human Remains: Study Suggests Methodology to Improve Results
Narrow searcher spacing and double passes increases chances
Genetic Risk Factor for CTE Detected
Findings may offer insight into how the disease occurs