The University of Crete proudly launches its 1st Summer School in Forensic Anthropology!
On July 14, 2025, the University of Crete proudly launched the 1st Summer School in Forensic Anthropology (The UOC Forensic Anthropology Fieldschool), welcoming 18 participants from 12 countries to its School of Medicine in Heraklion.
Co-organized with the University’s Forensic Medicine Unit and under the scientific supervision of Associate Professor of Forensic Medicine, Dr. Elena Kranioti, the Summer School is being held at the School of Medicine from July 14 to 29, 2025.
Throughout the program, lectures are delivered by members of the University of Crete’s academic staff alongside internationally renowned researchers in the fields of Osteology and Forensic Anthropology. Importantly, participants will have the opportunity to develop hands-on skills using the Cretan Osteological Collection, working on biological profile assessments, diagnosis of skeletal pathologies, and more.
On opening day, participants were introduced to the scientific activities of the Forensic Medicine Unit. For the first time before an international audience, the groundbreaking Virtual Reality application “VR AUTOPSY” was also presented — an innovative educational tool simulating the autopsy process.
With participants from Thailand, Saudi Arabia, Hungary, Portugal, United Kingdom, Philippines, Germany, Mexico, Serbia, France, Australia, and Greece, the program showcases a rich multicultural dimension, significantly enhancing the international visibility and reputation of the University of Crete.
