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Forensic Anthropology as a Discipline
Nicholas V Passalacqua1, Marin A Pilloud2, Derek Congram3
1Department of Anthropology and Sociology, Western Carolina University, Cullowhee, NC 28723, USA.
Biology
|August 27, 2021
Summary
Forensic anthropology in the US needs stronger professionalization, including clear qualifications and ethical guidelines. Defining expertise is crucial to prevent ethical violations and ensure quality practice for all stakeholders.
Area of Science:
- Forensic Anthropology
- Bioarchaeology
Background:
- Forensic anthropology in the United States is a distinct and evolving discipline.
- Increasing specialization necessitates enhanced professionalization.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the current state of forensic anthropology in the US.
- To highlight the need for strengthened professionalization, including qualifications, training, standards, certification, and ethical guidelines.
- To examine the concept of expertise in relation to professional practice.
Main Methods:
- Literature review and conceptual analysis of professionalization in forensic anthropology.
- Discussion of expertise distinctions between forensic anthropology and bioarchaeology.
Main Results:
- Forensic anthropology requires clearly defined qualifications, training, standards, and ethical codes.
- Distinct areas of expertise exist in bioarchaeology and forensic anthropology.
- Working outside one's expertise is an ethical violation.
Conclusions:
- Professional organizations must establish clear qualifications, standards, and ethical codes.
- Robust ethical guidelines are essential for professional integrity and stakeholder trust.
- Strengthened professionalization will benefit both practitioners and the wider community.
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