Assesment of the L1 vertebra shape and size variation for age determination in the Malaysian adult population using geometric morphometric approach

Key Points

• Finds significant shape and size variation in the L1 vertebra across ages, aiding in age determination.
• The study reports variations observed through geometric morphometric analysis across 200 samples.
• Assessment focuses on the L1 vertebra, utilizing geometric morphometrics to evaluate its morphology.
• These results may enable better forensic age estimation based on skeletal remains, enhancing investigative techniques.