Friday, October 5th, 2007
The Body Farm
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In 1992, Ira investigated how forensic anthropologists solve crimes using bugs. Plus, take a tour of "The Body Farm." Beware: it is as gruesome as it sounds. (Credits: ) Viewed 9472 times. See More Videos
Join Ira for a talk with "Body Farm" founder and forensic anthropologist Bill Bass on what bones can tell police about a crime.
Guests
Bill Bass
Forensic Anthropologist
Author, "Beyond the Body Farm: A Legendary Bone Detective Explores Murders, Mysteries, and the Revolution in Forensic Science"
Knoxville, Tennessee
Related Links
- Jefferson Bass - The Official Website
- CNN.com - Health - Pastoral putrefaction down on the Body Farm ...
- Spoiled Rotten at the Body Farm
- August 12, 2005, Hour One: Evolution and the Church / Forensic Science
Segment produced by:Annette Heist
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