Rebekah Taylor
PhD Student
Rebekah Taylor received a First in BSc (Hons) Forensic science in 2022 from Wrexham University. During this time serval small scale research projects were conducted into various aspects of forensic anthropology.
In 2023 Rebekah completed her MRes Forensic anthropology and Bioarcheology with a Distinction. with the focus of the research being within the world of 3D analysis and reconstruction.
She is currently enrolled on the MPhill /PhD researchers degree, where once again the focus is 3D forensic anthropology.
| Year | Project title |
|---|---|
| 2021 |
Does Alternating Toothed Blades Result in Greater Bone Loss Than Straight Toothed Blades? And How Does Width Play a Factor? Establishing how blade type effects bone mass loss in relation to dismemberment. |
| 2022 |
Comparison of Human Long Bones when Measured and Reconstructed in the Physical Plane and Measured and Reconstructed in the Virtual plane. Investigated the use of 3D scanners in reconstructing fractured human remains. |
| 2023 |
Establishing Identity through 3D Reconstruction of Fragmented Skeletal Remains Current Research |
Professional Associations
| Association | Function |
|---|---|
| BAFA | Student Member |
| CSFS | Student Member |
| RAI | Student Member |
Employment
| Employer | Position | From/To |
|---|---|---|
| Wrexham University | Student Ambassador | 2022 - 2026 |
Education
| Institution | Qualification | Subject | From/To |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wrexham University | MRes | Forensic Anthropology and Bioarcheology | 2022 - 2023 |
| Wrexham University | BSc (Hons) | Forensic Science | 2018 - 2022 |
Outreach Activities
| Title | Description |
|---|---|
| Teaching | Teach various workshops including: Forensic histories Fingerprinting/ Dusting Facial Reconstruction Skeletal analysis |
| Conference Facilitator | Contributed to conference preparation, assembling attendee materials, and setting up the venue. Actively welcomed and guided attendees, ensuring smooth event coordination. |
| Trainee Archaeologist | Gained foundational knowledge in archaeology, mastering the proper use of excavation tools and an awareness of site health and safety. Successfully excavated multiple trenches, leading to the discovery of significant artefacts |
| Forensic Anthropology Laboratory Technician | Assisted in forensic research, including specialist storage for decomposition studies. Aided in the curation and maintenance of the university's forensic anthropology collection |
| Volunteer Teaching Assistant |
Assisted in teaching, monitored student progress, and managed exam invigilation during Human Osteology module. • Supported instructional activities, prepared dissection materials, and maintained cleanliness post-dissection for Anatomy Pathology & Forensic Investigation of Human Remains module. |