A5082608878- Forensic Anthropology and Bioarchaeology Studies
- Paleopathology and ancient diseases
- Leprosy Research and Treatment
- Infectious Diseases and Tuberculosis
- Mycobacterium research and diagnosis
- Forensic and Genetic Research
- Yersinia bacterium, plague, ectoparasites research
- Osteomyelitis and Bone Disorders Research
- Medicine and Dermatology Studies History
- Archaeological and Geological Studies
- History of Medicine and Tropical Health
- Dermatological diseases and infestations
- Dermatological and Skeletal Disorders
- Tuberculosis Research and Epidemiology
- Trauma Management and Diagnosis
- Archaeological and Historical Studies
- Ophthalmology and Visual Health Research
- Autoimmune and Inflammatory Disorders
- Cardiac Valve Diseases and Treatments
- Spinal Dysraphism and Malformations
- Cultural Competency in Health Care
- Forensic Entomology and Diptera Studies
- Interdisciplinary Research and Collaboration
- Fetal and Pediatric Neurological Disorders
- Migration, Racism, and Human Rights
University of Coimbra
2010-2025
University of Minho
2023
Centre for Research in Anthropology
2010-2022
Hospitais da Universidade de Coimbra
2012
Abstract In the last 20 years, studies on human identified skeletal collections have revealed a significant relationship between new bone formation visceral surface of ribs and pulmonary tuberculosis (TB). To improve methods differential diagnosis respiratory diseases in archaeological skeletons, an investigation was conducted 197 individuals from Human Identified Skeletal Collection Museu Bocage (Lisbon, Portugal). This sample included 109 males 88 females who lived during 19th–20th...
Hansen's disease (leprosy), widespread in medieval Europe, is today mainly prevalent tropical and subtropical regions with around 200,000 new cases reported annually. Despite its long history appearance historical records, origins past dissemination patterns are still widely unknown. Applying ancient DNA approaches to major causative agent, Mycobacterium leprae, can significantly improve our understanding of the disease's complex history. Previous studies have identified a high genetic...
Abstract Lajes Field is an Atlantic Portuguese military air base that has been used by the USA since Cold War, primarily for intercontinental refueling. For this purpose, large fuel tanks and extensive pipeline network were constructed within municipality of Praia da Vitória, on Terceira Island, Azores. Over past two decades, leaks detected confirmed to have contaminated soils aquifers supply water public use. latter, identified contaminants include TPH, PAH, BTEX, VOCs, metals. Although...
has emerged as an important nosocomial pathogen, with whole-genome sequencing (WGS) significantly improving our ability to characterize associated outbreaks. Our study sought perform a genome-wide analysis of multiclonal
Abstract Although rarely reported in the anthropological literature, rib fractures are commonly found during analysis of human skeletal remains past and modern populations. This lack published data precludes comparison between studies restricts an accurate understanding either mechanisms involved thoracic injuries or their impact on societies. The present study aimed: 1) to report fracture prevalence 197 individuals, 109 males, 88 females, with ages at death ranging from 13 years old, Human...
Abstract Diseases that culminate into vertebral collapse are of intricate diagnosis both in palaeopathology and modern clinical practice. When analysing human skeletal remains from the archaeological record this difficulty is amplified due to absence complementary medical diagnostic information. This especially evident when distinction between tuberculous pyogenic spondylitis intended. Taking consideration challenging task based on macroscopic radiological study skeleton number 8, a specimen...
Background: Recent ancient DNA studies uncovering large-scale demographic events in Iberia have focused primarily on Spain, with limited reports for Portugal, a country located at the westernmost edge of continental Eurasia. Here, we introduce largest collection Portuguese genomic datasets (n = 68) to date, spanning 5,000 years, from Neolithic 19th century. Results: We found evidence patrilocality admixture local hunter-gatherers and Anatolian farmers, persistence Upper Paleolithic...
Leprogenic odontodysplasia (LO), also known as dens leprosus, consists of anomalous root development the permanent upper incisors. This dental anomaly was first reported by Danielsen in 1968 among Danish juvenile skeletons from medieval leprosaria cemeteries. As yet, no clinical cases have been documented and etiological epidemiological significance condition are poorly understood. The aim this study is to discuss a case LO found amongst St. Jørgen’s leprosarium cemetery (13th–16th/17th...
Documentary sources refer to leprosy patients in the Portuguese territory since first century AD, and Middle Ages around 70 leprosaria were established. However, prior 2003 this historical evidence had not been confirmed by archeological findings. The excavation performed monitoring rehabilitation done Polis program area of Ermida de Santo André (hermitage Saint Andrew) allowed exhumation seven human skeletons, commingled bones from at least three individuals, vicinity Beja leprosarium....
Abstract Spina bifida (SB), a rare congenital disorder, is often mentioned as an individualizing factor in Forensic Anthropology. A lack of empirical data regarding SB noticed the scientific literature. Moreover, within scope anthropological research on disparities terminology, classification systems, and methodological approaches result incomparable results. The wide range (1,2%-50%) “spina occulta” reported prevalences good example. This aims to analyze debate standard diagnostic criteria...
Paleopathology contributes to the knowledge of health and disease in past populations. In case tuberculosis, paleopathological research a better understanding antiquity spread around globe, as well Portugal. These aspects are objectives this work. Genomic on Koch bacillus indicates co-evolution with African Homo sapiens. However, macroscopic, microscopic, imaging biomolecular analyzes human skeletal remains suggest that tuberculosis (TB) began affect humans during Neolithic period. For...
When encountering human skeletal remains in forensic contexts, one important step the identification process is estimation of sex, because it reduces number individuals to approximately half. The pelvis and skull are considered most efficient elements for this estimation; however, when unavailable, teeth may be used alternatively. This study aims evaluate usefulness specific odontometric parameters from mandibular first molar – mesiolingual-distobuccal distance (MLDB)...