About
Amy Rattenbury serves as a Senior Lecturer in Forensic Science at Wrexham University, where she has been a key faculty member since 2016. Her professional journey includes prior roles as a programme leader at the University Centre Southend and extensive experience in UKAS accredited laboratories, specializing in the search, recovery, and identification of human remains.
Her academic qualifications include:
- BSc (Hons) in Forensic Biology from Staffordshire University
- MSc in Forensic Archaeology and Crime Scene Investigation from Bradford University
Ramifying from her expertise in forensic anthropology and osteology, Amy's research centers on forensic taphonomy, examining decomposition processes and their impact on identification methods. She pioneers the integration of drone technology in forensic search operations and maintains active interests in cold case analysis, concealed evidence, and forensic pathology. Her work bridges theoretical research with practical applications in disaster response and crime scene investigation through collaborations with national forensic teams.
Analysis of her scholarly output from 2017 to 2024 demonstrates a consistent trajectory in decomposition science, with particular attention to Total Body Score reliability, UK environmental challenges, and microbial indicators in saline contexts. Her publications also highlight efforts to establish collaborative frameworks and open-access databases for advancing forensic taphonomy research and education.
No scientific awards or major prizes are documented in the provided materials.
In her academic role, Amy Rattenbury mentors students in forensic science disciplines and contributes to professional development through her consultancy with Kenyon International Emergency Services. Her field deployments as a Database Manager during mass fatality incidents complement her teaching, while her collaborations with national forensic search dog units and human remains recovery programs underscore the practical relevance of her expertise.
She actively engages with the forensic community through memberships in the Chartered Society of Forensic Sciences, the British Association of Forensic Anthropologists, and the British Association of Biological Anthropology and Osteoarchaeology. Amy is currently pursuing Certified Forensic Anthropologist status (FA-III) with the Royal Anthropological Institute, further solidifying her commitment to professional excellence.
