NCJ Number
120414
Journal
Forensic Science Review Volume: 1 Issue: 1 Dated: (June 1989) Pages: 23-42
Date Published
1989
Length
20 pages
Annotation
The methodology involved in the various superimposition techniques used in forensic science for human skull identification is discussed.
Abstract
The authors evaluate the anatomical relationships between skull and face in detail, and review unique anatomical traits and pathological findings for the practitioner. They discuss photographic, video, and radiographic methods of superimposition. 6 tables, 23 figures, 134 references. (Author abstract modified)