The Cremains Workshop

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🔎 Have You Ever Analyzed Cremated Human Remains?

Cremated or burned human remains require specialized expertise beyond the scope of general osteological analysis. Have you ever wondered what it takes to reconstruct a biological profile from highly fragmented and thermally altered bones? Or perhaps you’re interested in learning proper excavation and documentation techniques for cremated burials from archaeological sites?

The Cremains Workshop offers a unique opportunity to:
✔ Understand the burning and cremation process of the human body
✔ Gain practical skills in excavation, documentation, and analysis
✔ Work directly with archaeological cremated remains


📌 Course Overview

🎯 Course Objectives

The Cremains Workshop is designed to introduce students and professionals to the excavation, identification, and analysis of human cremated remains. The experience gained during this course is directly applicable to Forensic Anthropology, Forensic Archaeology, and Bioarchaeology.

🧑‍🏫 Instructor: A highly experienced researcher with 13+ years of expertise in cremated remains analysis.

📚 Course Structure:

30 hours of lectures (theoretical foundations)
30 hours of hands-on laboratory work
Duration: 2 weeks


📍 Course Location

The workshop takes place at the Faculty of Archaeology, University of Warsaw, located in the heart of Poland’s vibrant capital.

Why Warsaw?

🏛 Historic & Modern: A city rich in history, yet rapidly developing as a modern European hub.
🌍 Global Recognition:

The University of Warsaw is renowned for its architectural elegance, blending 17th-century historical buildings with state-of-the-art facilities like the University Library. The Main School Building, home to the Faculty of Archaeology, will serve as the primary venue for the workshop.

📌 Bonus Tip: Warsaw is especially beautiful in summer—why not extend your stay and explore the city?