William Bass

William Bass is a renowned American anthropologist known for pioneering the field of forensic anthropology. He developed techniques for identifying human remains and determining causes of death, which are widely used by law enforcement and forensic teams. Bass founded the Body Farm at the University of Tennessee, a research facility where studies on decomposition help forensic scientists solve criminal cases more accurately. His work has significantly advanced understanding of how bodies decompose in different environments, improving the ability to identify victims and provide evidence in criminal investigations.