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A new human skeletal reference collection from Athens, Greece, offers valuable data for researchers. This modern collection of 225 skeletons provides crucial information for skeletal biology and forensic anthropology studies.

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Area of Science:

  • Anthropology
  • Human Physiology
  • Forensic Science

Background:

  • The University of Athens Human Skeletal Reference Collection is a recently established resource.
  • It comprises 225 skeletons from individuals who lived in the latter half of the 20th century.
  • The collection is housed at the Department of Animal and Human Physiology, University of Athens, Greece.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To present the demographic composition of the Athens Collection.
  • To describe the available documentary and supporting data for the skeletal remains.
  • To highlight the significance of this modern collection for research and teaching.

Main Methods:

  • Compilation of data on age, sex, occupation, and cause of death for the skeletal remains.
  • Analysis of the demographic profile of the individuals represented in the collection.
  • Cataloging of the provenance of the remains from Athenian cemeteries.

Main Results:

  • Detailed demographic data are available for almost all 225 skeletons.
  • The collection represents individuals from the second half of the twentieth century.
  • Comprehensive documentation enhances the utility of the skeletal remains.

Conclusions:

  • The Athens Collection is a valuable modern resource for palaeopathology, skeletal biology, and forensic anthropology.
  • Such well-documented skeletal collections are essential for advancing teaching and research in related fields.
  • The collection's data supports diverse scientific investigations into past human populations.