Forensic Recovery of Human Remains: Archaeological ApproachesAn essential reference for both forensic experts and non-experts alike, Forensic Recovery of Human Remains: Archaeological Approaches is a comprehensive guide that focuses on the practical aspects of excavating and recovering human remains, along with any associated evidence, from crime scenes. It highlights the protocols and techniques that ar |
Contents
An Introduction to Forensic Anthropology and Forensic Archaeology | 1 |
Tools and Equipment | 13 |
Search Techniques Used in Locating Human Remains | 23 |
GPR and Other Geophysical Search Technologies | 51 |
The Collection of Botanical and Entomological Evidence | 69 |
Survey and Mapping Techniques | 81 |
The Application of Forensic Archaeology to Crime Scene Investigations | 103 |
Forensic Archaeological Case Study | 129 |
Entomology Specimen Log Sheet | 189 |
Entomology Data Form After Byrd 2001 | 191 |
Entomological Preservation Solutions Terrestrial | 193 |
Measurement Equivalents and Conversion Factors | 195 |
Hypotenuse Table for Constructing Grids | 199 |
Adult Skeletal Inventory Form | 203 |
Adult Skeleton Inventory Image | 205 |
Juvenile Skeleton Inventory Image | 207 |
Identification of Human Remains | 137 |
Distinguishing Nonhuman Skeletal Remains | 161 |
Basic Equipment Checklist | 183 |
Entomology Kit Checklist | 185 |
Entomology Notation and Collection Checklist | 187 |
Glossary | 209 |
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