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August 9, 2026Latin American AntiquityOpen Access

Diverse Perspectives on the Study of Precolonial Maya Human Remains

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ASA. SchererJohn Brown UniversityEREdwin Román-RamirezProyecto EspañolFGFernando GodosBrown University

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This article explores ethical considerations in studying human remains from Maya archaeological sites, emphasizing local stakeholder involvement.

Key Points

  • This article examines the ethical complexities surrounding the study of precolonial Maya human remains across several Central American countries.
  • Case studies from archaeological sites in Chiapas, Mexico, and La Técnica Agropecuaria and Tikal in Guatemala.
  • Reflections on the excavation, analysis, and disposition of human remains considering local stakeholder perspectives.
  • Highlighted the diverse viewpoints of local and national stakeholders involved in the study of Maya skeletons.
  • Illustrated the importance of integrating local perspectives in ethical discussions surrounding human remains.

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Scherer et al. (2026) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/6a782d5f2e1896536c840614https://doi.org/10.1017/laq.2026.10192
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