Craniofacial Anatomy and Forensic Identification

• Author : Gloria Nusse
• Publisher : Academic Press
• Release Date : 2021-09-15
• ISBN : 0128092882

Craniofacial Anatomy and Forensic Identification covers all aspects of facial reconstruction and anatomy of the body, including post cranial, facial expression, anatomical basis for facial development, innervations and the effects of life and muscle movement. Written by a world-renowned forensic artist with decades of experience as an artist and professor, the book demonstrates how our bodies are recording devices for what happens to us physically throughout our lives. Our bodies tell us how we used our joints as children and

• Author : Caroline Wilkinson,Christopher Rynn
• Publisher : Cambridge University Press
• Release Date : 2012-05-03
• ISBN : 9780521768627

Draws together a wide range of elements relating to craniofacial analysis and identification, examining the latest advances in the field.

• Author : Sergio Damas,Oscar Cordón,Oscar Ibáñez
• Publisher : Springer
• Release Date : 2019-11-05
• ISBN : 9783319111377

This open access handbook presents a trustable craniofacial superimposition methodological framework. It includes detailed technical and practical overviews, and discussions about the latest tools and open problems, covering the educational, technical, ethical, and security aspects of this forensic identification technique. The book will be of particular interest to researchers and practitioners in forensic anthropology and forensic ID, and also researchers in computational intelligence. It is the final result of a European project, New Methodologies and Protocols of Forensic Identification by

• Author : TW. Fenton
• Publisher : Unknown
• Release Date : 2002
• ISBN : OCLC:1251673499

This excellent volume on craniofacial identification is evidence that the frontiers of forensic science are being advanced on a global scale; the 28 contributions are from Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The editors of this book should be commended for their excellent work. Comprehensive and well written, it consists of 20 chapters organized into four parts, bringing together an impressive amount of information on craniofacial anatomy, analysis, documentation, and identification. What sets this book apart from others is

• Author : Mehmet Yasar Iscan,Richard P. Helmer
• Publisher : Wiley-Liss
• Release Date : 1993-11-08
• ISBN : UOM:39015028910407

This engrossing book offers detailed coverage of forensic implications and methods of craniofacial identification. Race, sex and age morphology are explored along with video superimposition and computer imaging techniques. Several case studies are also included.

• Author : Karen T. Taylor
• Publisher : CRC Press
• Release Date : 2000-09-15
• ISBN : 9781420036954

As the number of stranger-on-stranger crimes increases, solving these crimes becomes more challenging. Forensic illustration has become increasingly important as a tool in identifying both perpetrators and victims. Now a leading forensic artist, who has taught this subject at law enforcement academies, schools, and universities internationally, off

• Author : Adrian Bloom
• Publisher : Firefly Books
• Release Date : 2017-02-28
• ISBN : 177085908X

"Covers virtually every aspect of conifer use and culture in a format accessible to horticultural students and home gardeners alike ... Magnificently highlighted by more than 250 striking color photographs ... Conifers are showcased in their full glory as richly textured, brilliantly colored, and subtly structured plants deserving of a spot in every garden." -- Booklist Fifteen years after this review, we present a revised and expanded edition of this highly acclaimed reference. Among the changes is the addition of a foreword by

• Author : Caroline Wilkinson
• Publisher : Cambridge University Press
• Release Date : 2008-11-13
• ISBN : 9781107268760

Forensic facial reconstruction is the reproduction of an individual's face from skeletal remains. Used when other forms of identification are very difficult or impossible, it can give a name to the dead in forensic cases, or in archaeological contexts, provide a tangible impression of real individuals from our past. This comprehensive work starts with a discussion of the importance of the face in society and the history of facial reconstruction, going on to evaluate the accuracy of modern reconstruction methods.

• Author : Gregory E. Berg,Sabrina C Ta'ala
• Publisher : CRC Press
• Release Date : 2014-12-13
• ISBN : 9781439815755

Ancestry determination in the identification of unknown remains can be a challenge for forensic scientists and anthropologists, especially when the remains available for testing are limited. There are various techniques for the assessment of ancestry, ranging from traditional to new microbiological and computer-assisted methods. Biological Affinity in Forensic Identification of Human Skeletal Remains: Beyond Black and White presents a range of tools that can be used to identify the probable socio-cultural "race" category of unknown human remains. Gathering insight from

• Author : Robert George
• Publisher : Xlibris Corporation
• Release Date : 2018-08-09
• ISBN : 9781984533012

On the morning of the second of May, 1519, Leonardo Da Vinci, unquestionably the greatest of geniuses in the intellectually congested Renaissance, was laid to rest in a churchyard on the castle grounds of Amboise, the fortress/estate of Francis the first, the reigning king of France. Francis, an ardent admirer of Leonardos artistic and scientific achievements, had invited the Maestro to Amboise where he was to serve as the kings production designer for court events. For this service Leonardo was

• Author : Max M. Houck
• Publisher : Elsevier
• Release Date : 2016-12-30
• ISBN : 9780128025239

Forensic Anthropology serves as a graduate level text for those studying and teaching forensic anthropology, as well as an excellent reference for forensic anthropologist libraries or for use in casework. Covers taphonomy, recovery and analysis, identification, statistical interpretation, and professional issues. Edited by a world-renowned leading forensic expert, the Advanced Forensic Science Series grew out of the recommendations from the 2009 NAS Report, Strengthening Forensic Science: A Path Forward, and is a long overdue solution for the forensic science community. Provides

• Author : Paul M. Rea
• Publisher : Springer Nature
• Release Date : 2021-05-04
• ISBN : 9783030611255

This edited book explores the use of technology to enable us to visualise the life sciences in a more meaningful and engaging way. It will enable those interested in visualisation techniques to gain a better understanding of the applications that can be used in visualisation, imaging and analysis, education, engagement and training. The reader will also be able to learn about the use of visualisation techniques and technologies for the historical and forensic settings. The reader will be able to

• Author : Steven N. Byers
• Publisher : Routledge
• Release Date : 2015-08-27
• ISBN : 9781317347361

Comprehensive and engaging, Introduction to Forensic Anthropology uses thoughtful pedagogy to lead students step-by-step through the most current and detailed forensic anthropology material available today. The book offers coverage of all of the major topics in the field with accuracy, intensity, and clarity. Extensive illustrations and photos ensure that the text is accessible for students. As one reviewer says, “there is no other source available that is so comprehensive in its coverage of the methods and issues in the current

• Author : Joshua Blau
• Publisher : Routledge
• Release Date : 2016-06-03
• ISBN : 9781315427768

Over the last 10 years interest in the disciplines of forensic anthropology and archaeology has exploded. In order to provide archaeologists and their students with a reliable understanding of these disciplines, this authoritative volume draws contributions from fifty experienced practitioners from around the world to offer a solid foundation in both the practical and ethical components of forensic work. Over 40 chapters weave together historical development, current field methods in analyzing crime, natural disasters and human atrocities, an array of laboratory techniques,

• Author : Susan Standring
• Publisher : Elsevier Health Sciences
• Release Date : 2021-05-22
• ISBN : 9780702077074

Susan Standring, MBE, PhD, DSc, FKC, Hon FAS, Hon FRCS Trust Gray’s. Building on over 160 years of anatomical excellence In 1858, Drs Henry Gray and Henry Vandyke Carter created a book for their surgical colleagues that established an enduring standard among anatomical texts. After more than 160 years of continuous publication, Gray’s Anatomy remains the definitive, comprehensive reference on the subject, offering ready access to the information you need to ensure safe, effective practice. This 42nd edition has been meticulously