the person in question [4]. Yet, these positive identification methods are not feasible if there ... more the person in question [4]. Yet, these positive identification methods are not feasible if there is no antemortem data available [4, 7]. In this event, presumptive or possible identification methods are used to narrow down possible identities by eliminating mismatching data. The presumptive identification method consists of the anthropological examination of skeletal remains and requires establishing the biological profile of an unknown individual [8]. This profiling includes age, sex, stature, ancestral background, skeletal variation/ abnormalities and congenital or pathology/trauma-related anomalies on bones [2, 9-13]. When positive and presumptive identification methods are insufficient in pointing an identity, the facial approximation of an unidentified individual is performed as a last resort to create a face that resembles the appearance of the deceased in life to reach individuals who might know the possible identity [14]. The method relies on the application of facial soft tissue depth (FSTD) and the creation of facial features (eyes, nose, mouth, ears, etc.) [13]. To date, several population-specific FSTD datasets have been set to create precise depth datasets for facial approximation [15-26]. People of Greek ancestry are one of the population groups for which a FSTD dataset has not been generated yet. Therefore, the aim of this study is to fill the gap in the field and establish a FSTD database for adult Greeks.
This project is an innovative mixture of medical imaging and forensics with holography, animation... more This project is an innovative mixture of medical imaging and forensics with holography, animation, art and virtual reality. This alliance of art and science explores, presents and communicates the history of violence and the violence of history to diverse audiences. Anatomical detail provides the substrate for forensic analysis and interpretation while digital technologies and creative art nourish fictitious scenarios on unexplained historical crimes. The aesthetics of the virtual world create an immersive environment for diverse audiences. The emotional, ethical and aesthetic impact of violence becomes a site of reflection, empathy, learning and performative imagination.
the person in question [4]. Yet, these positive identification methods are not feasible if there ... more the person in question [4]. Yet, these positive identification methods are not feasible if there is no antemortem data available [4, 7]. In this event, presumptive or possible identification methods are used to narrow down possible identities by eliminating mismatching data. The presumptive identification method consists of the anthropological examination of skeletal remains and requires establishing the biological profile of an unknown individual [8]. This profiling includes age, sex, stature, ancestral background, skeletal variation/ abnormalities and congenital or pathology/trauma-related anomalies on bones [2, 9-13]. When positive and presumptive identification methods are insufficient in pointing an identity, the facial approximation of an unidentified individual is performed as a last resort to create a face that resembles the appearance of the deceased in life to reach individuals who might know the possible identity [14]. The method relies on the application of facial soft tissue depth (FSTD) and the creation of facial features (eyes, nose, mouth, ears, etc.) [13]. To date, several population-specific FSTD datasets have been set to create precise depth datasets for facial approximation [15-26]. People of Greek ancestry are one of the population groups for which a FSTD dataset has not been generated yet. Therefore, the aim of this study is to fill the gap in the field and establish a FSTD database for adult Greeks.
This project is an innovative mixture of medical imaging and forensics with holography, animation... more This project is an innovative mixture of medical imaging and forensics with holography, animation, art and virtual reality. This alliance of art and science explores, presents and communicates the history of violence and the violence of history to diverse audiences. Anatomical detail provides the substrate for forensic analysis and interpretation while digital technologies and creative art nourish fictitious scenarios on unexplained historical crimes. The aesthetics of the virtual world create an immersive environment for diverse audiences. The emotional, ethical and aesthetic impact of violence becomes a site of reflection, empathy, learning and performative imagination.
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