Forensic anthropology adopts principles from physical anthropology, archaeology, and forensic science to assist in the identification of deceased individuals and the investigation of crimes. This laboratory provides students with the necessary skills and knowledge to analyze skeletal remains, determine demographic information, and contribute to legal investigations. In this laboratory, students will engage in both theoretical and practical training, learning how to recover, analyze, and interpret skeletal remains.

In this laboratory, students will engage in both theoretical and practical training, learning how to recover, analyze, and interpret skeletal remains. The curriculum emphasizes the application of anthropological methods to solve medico-legal cases, making it an integral part of forensic science education.

The laboratory is equipped with a variety of tools and technologies essential for forensic anthropology, including:

• Skeletal Reference Collections: A collection of human skeletal remains for comparative analysis and training.
• Excavation Tools: Equipment for the careful excavation of remains, including trowels, brushes, and measuring devices.
• Photography and Imaging Equipment: Cameras and imaging software for documenting findings and creating visual records of skeletal analysis.
• Microscopes: Tools for detailed examination of bone structure.
• DNA Analysis Kits: Equipment for genetic testing to assist in the identification of remains.
• Anthropological Measurement Kit: For determination of Age, Sex, Race etc.

Students will participate in a range of activities designed to enhance their practical knowledge, including:

• Recovery and Excavation of Remains: Practical training for recovering skeletal remains from various contexts.
• Skeletal Analysis: Detailed analysis of skeletal remains to determine demographic characteristics and identify any signs of trauma or disease.
• Fieldwork Simulations: Simulated crime scene exercises to practice excavation, documentation, and recovery techniques in realistic settings.
• Case Studies: Examination of real forensic cases to understand the application of forensic anthropology in legal investigations.
• Expert Testimony Preparation: Training in how to present findings in court and respond to cross-examination as an expert witness.