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The British Museum holds and cares for human remains from around the world, representing diverse cultures over thousands of years. The collection is a unique record of the varied ways different societies have conceived of death and disposed of the remains of the dead. It is also a source of information on past lives, human biology, burial practices and belief systems.
7 de oct. de 2020 · Human remains preserve a clear record of past life to later generations. These remains, even if dated hundreds or thousands of years ago, maintain their human dignity and force the community to reflect on the ethical issues related to their analysis, curation and display.
15 de ago. de 2019 · Forensic anthropologists use fingerprint, dental, DNA and other methods to identify human remains from unidentified cases. They can also use medical implants, x-rays, tattoos, bones and other clues to piece together the person's identity, cause and manner of death. Learn more about the challenges and limitations of forensic identification.
19 de ene. de 2024 · 19 January 2024. By Christine Ro,Features correspondent. Getty Images. Amid growing controversy, museums are grappling with collections from the colonial era – and one issue in particular. What...
The Smithsonian has acquired human remains for scientific research since 1846, but acknowledges the need to respect and return them with dignity and honor. Learn about the history, policies, and practices of the Smithsonian's human remains collection and care.
20 de oct. de 2021 · Published: 20 October 2021. Ethics of DNA research on human remains: five globally applicable guidelines. Songül Alpaslan-Roodenberg, David Anthony, Hiba Babiker, Eszter Bánffy, Thomas Booth,...
14 de ago. de 2023 · The Smithsonian’s collection of human remains is one of the largest in the world. It includes mummies, skulls and teeth, representing an unknown number of people. It also has a collection of...
