COMPREHENSIVE CASE REPORT UMFC#140

Author

MaryMargaret C. PrattFollow

Year of Award

2024

Document Type

Professional Paper

Degree Type

Master of Arts (MA)

Degree Name

Anthropology (Forensic and Biological Anthropology)

Department or School/College

Anthropology

Committee Chair

Dr. Randall Skelton

Commitee Members

Dr. Katherine Baca, Dr. Mark Heirigs

Keywords

Biological Profile, Population Affinity, Biological Sex, Stature, Age, Pathology

Subject Categories

Biological and Physical Anthropology

Abstract

University of Montana Forensic Collections (UMFC) Case #140 was observed and recorded fall 2024. The information included are a complete biological profile, any taphonomic features or pathological conditions present, and a literature review on forensic odontology due to the severe nature of the teeth. This individual is consistent with a 5'2"-5'6" adult male ranging between the ages of 35-50 of ambiguous population affinity. Evidence of osteoarthritis and bone spurs are present along the vertebral spine, clavicle, and articulation points throughout the post-cranial skeleton. There is severe dental attrition found along the buccal view of the maxillary and mandibular molars. The taphonomic features are consistent with a standard anatomical specimen.

Recommended Citation

Pratt, MaryMargaret C., "COMPREHENSIVE CASE REPORT UMFC#140" (2024). Graduate Student Theses, Dissertations, & Professional Papers. 12412.
https://scholarworks.umt.edu/etd/12412