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  • Forensic Anthropology
  • Forensic Science
  • Linguistics

Background:

  • Discussions on ancestry and ancestry estimation lack examination of terminology and theoretical underpinnings.
  • Current concepts like race, ancestry, and ethnicity are inconsistently applied to illustrate population groups.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the concepts of race, ancestry, and ethnicity in forensic science literature.
  • To examine the consistency between concepts used and the groups they represent.
  • To identify patterns in language usage related to ancestry estimation.

Main Methods:

  • Analysis of articles from the Anthropology, Odontology, and General sections of the Journal of Forensic Sciences (2009-2019).
  • Recording concepts, examples, and bibliographic information for ancestry-related language.
  • Cross-tabulation of data and use of Cramer's V to assess relationships and associations.

Main Results:

  • The concept of ancestry predominates in recent literature, showing significant association with most variables.
  • Despite the prevalence of 'ancestry,' racially based terms for specific groups remain common.
  • Inconsistent language usage was observed, potentially impacting clarity and data interpretation.

Conclusions:

  • The shift towards using 'ancestry' over 'race' in forensic contexts may be primarily a linguistic change.
  • Inconsistencies in terminology hinder clear communication and can lead to misinterpretation of forensic data.
  • There is a critical need for diverse perspectives and consistent definitions in forensic anthropology, particularly in ancestry estimation discussions.