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10 de jul. de 2021 · The British Museum holds and cares for human remains from around the world, representing diverse cultures and periods. Learn about the ethical and scientific aspects of displaying, studying and applying for human remains in the collection.
7 de oct. de 2020 · Human remains preserve a clear record of past life to later generations. These remains, even if dated hundreds or thousands of years ago, maintain their human dignity and force the community to reflect on the ethical issues related to their analysis, curation and display.
15 de ago. de 2019 · Forensic scientists use fingerprints, teeth, DNA, implants, x-rays, tattoos, bones and more to identify human remains. Learn about the methods, limits and examples of forensic identification in Australia and beyond.
19 de ene. de 2024 · 19 January 2024. By Christine Ro,Features correspondent. Getty Images. Amid growing controversy, museums are grappling with collections from the colonial era – and one issue in particular. What...
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The Smithsonian has acquired human remains for scientific research since 1846, but acknowledges the need to respect and return them with dignity and honor. Learn about the history, policies, and practices of the Smithsonian's human remains collection and care.
28 de feb. de 2020 · Summary. Working with human remains raises a host of ethical issues. This chapter explores whether there is a universal ethical approach to human remains or whether this idea is so general as to be little more than a broad statement. The chapter also provides a more general introduction to ethics.
8 de jun. de 2023 · Human remains identified by name are the most controversial, especially those obtained surreptitiously or unethically. London’s Hunterian Museum at the Royal College of Surgeons of England decided in January to remove the skeleton of Charles Byrne from its display cases.
