Description
Book Synopsis: A broad understanding of bone and tooth microstructure is necessary for constructing the biological profile of an individual or individuals within a population. Bone Histology: An Anthropological Perspective brings together authors with extensive experience and expertise in various aspects of hard tissue histology to provide a comprehensive discussion of the application of methods, current theories, and future directions in hard tissue research related to anthropological questions.
Topics discussed include:
- The biology underlying skeletal growth and development leading to adult skeletal morphology
- Current research in understanding in bone modeling
- Histological features of dental hard tissues and their utility in biological anthropology
- Histological analysis as a means to differentiate human from nonhuman bone and for the purpose of age estimation
- The biomechanics of cortical bone
- Histotaphonomy and how postmortem microstructural change can be used for taphonomic inquiry
- The application of light microscopy in paleopathology to classify pathological conditions
- The histological study of bone tissue of archaeological origin
- Researchers' access to collections of bone samples with known demographic information
- Technological aspects of hard tissue histology, including laboratory requirements and high-resolution imaging
In most cases, the physical remains of humans available to bioarchaeologists, paleopathologists, and paleontologists are limited to skeletal material. Fortunately, these hard tissues are a storehouse of information about biological processes experienced during the life of an individual. This volume provides an overview of the current state of research and potential applications in anthropology and other fields that employ a histological approach to the study of hard tissues.
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Are you interested in unraveling the secrets of the past through the study of bones? Look no further than Bone Histology: An Anthropological Perspective. This comprehensive book brings together a team of experts with extensive knowledge in hard tissue histology to provide you with a deep dive into the application of methods, current theories, and future directions in bone research. Whether you're a bioarchaeologist, paleopathologist, or paleontologist, this book is a must-have resource to help you unlock the mysteries of human skeletal material.
With Bone Histology: An Anthropological Perspective, you'll gain a broad understanding of bone and tooth microstructure, essential for constructing the biological profile of an individual or population. Explore the biology underlying skeletal growth and development, unravel the secrets of bone modeling, and learn how histological analysis can be used to differentiate human from nonhuman bone.
But that's not all – this book goes even further. Dive into the biomechanics of cortical bone, uncover the fascinating world of histotaphonomy and its applications for taphonomic inquiries, and discover how light microscopy can classify pathological conditions in paleopathology. Plus, gain insight into technological aspects of hard tissue histology and learn about laboratory requirements and high-resolution imaging to expand your research capabilities.
Bone Histology: An Anthropological Perspective offers researchers and enthusiasts access to collections of bone samples with known demographic information, allowing for a deeper exploration of our ancestors' lives. Don't miss out on this opportunity to enhance your knowledge and make groundbreaking discoveries with this invaluable resource.
Ready to embark on a journey into the fascinating world of bone histology? Order your copy of Bone Histology: An Anthropological Perspective today and start unraveling the mysteries of the past. Order now.
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