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The Mason Forensic Science Research and Training Laboratory (FSRTL) is a specialized facility dedicated to the scientific study of forensic taphonomy. It supports the George Mason University Forensic Science Program by offering comprehensive research, educational, and training experiences. Our facility is a hub of collaboration, engaging with academic peers, investigative agencies, and law enforcement to advance forensic science.

Image 1 of students studying skeletal remains at a fenced protected site
The image above depicts students conducting research on false skeletal remains. Photos of real human remains are prohibited from the public view
Image 1 of students studying skeletal remains at a fenced protected site
The image above depicts students conducting research on false skeletal remains. Photos of real human remains are prohibited from the public view
Image 1 of students studying skeletal remains at a fenced protected site
The image above depicts students conducting research on false skeletal remains. Photos of real human remains are prohibited from the public view
Image 2 of students studying skeletal remains at a fenced protected site
The image above depicts students conducting research on false skeletal remains. Photos of real human remains are prohibited from the public view
Image 2 of students studying skeletal remains at a fenced protected site
The image above depicts students conducting research on false skeletal remains. Photos of real human remains are prohibited from the public view
Image 2 of students studying skeletal remains at a fenced protected site
The image above depicts students conducting research on false skeletal remains. Photos of real human remains are prohibited from the public view

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Join us in shaping the future of forensic science through your support. At the Forensic Science Research and Training Laboratory, contributions go beyond funding—they become part of a legacy in scientific discovery and education. Learn more about how you can impact our pursuit of knowledge by visiting our Support Us page, where you can also find comprehensive information on Body Donation, a profound way to contribute to our research endeavors and training.

View of the fenced border of the body farm

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Forensic and archaeological research conduction at the Body Farm

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