THE IMPORTANCE OF FORENSIC ANTHROPOLOGY IN LEGAL INVESTIGATIONS

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  • Akbarova Dildora Abduvaliyevna Andijan State Medical Institute, Uzbekistan

Keywords:

forensic anthropology, skeletal analysis, human identification, trauma interpretation, mass disasters, forensic medicine, human rights

Abstract

Forensic anthropology is a subfield of forensic medicine and physical anthropology that applies the study of human skeletal remains to legal contexts. By analyzing bones, forensic anthropologists can determine biological profiles such as age, sex, stature, and ancestry, as well as identify trauma and pathological changes. This article explores the historical development of forensic anthropology, its methodologies, and its role in criminal justice, mass disaster victim identification, and human rights investigations. Challenges such as skeletal preservation, ethical considerations, and the integration of advanced technologies are also discussed, with emphasis on the growing importance of interdisciplinary collaboration.

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Published

2025-09-02

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Akbarova Dildora Abduvaliyevna. (2025). THE IMPORTANCE OF FORENSIC ANTHROPOLOGY IN LEGAL INVESTIGATIONS. Journal of Applied Science and Social Science, 15(08), 633–636. Retrieved from https://www.internationaljournal.co.in/index.php/jasass/article/view/1695

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Vol. 15 No. 08 (2025): Volume 15 Issue 08

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