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  • Bioanthropology
  • Forensic Sciences
  • Archaeology
  • Soil Sciences

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  • The study addresses the exhumation and transfer of human remains from cemeteries in Sabanalarga, Peque, and Buriticá.
  • These actions are part of the Social Management and Integral Restitution programs for the Ituango Hydroelectric Project.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To realize the exhumation and transfer of human remains from three specific cemeteries.
  • To manage human remains within the framework of a large-scale development project and community restitution programs.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized methods from bioanthropology, forensic sciences, archaeology, and soil sciences.
  • Conducted field assessments including 2,883 pit tests and soil probes over 2,288 square meters.
  • Characterized cemeteries with unconventional and non-patterned burial practices.

Main Results:

  • Exhumed 349 skeletonized human remains, exceeding initial expectations.
  • Determined age at death for 59% and sex for 49% of the remains, despite significant deterioration.
  • Recovered personal artifacts and clothing items alongside skeletal remains.

Conclusions:

  • Successfully exhumed and transferred human remains, facilitating community restitution.
  • The diverse burial practices highlight the need for specialized forensic and archaeological approaches in such projects.