Anna G. Warrener

Anna G. Warrener is an Assistant Professor in the Department of Anthropology at the University of Colorado Denver, specializing in the evolution of the human musculoskeletal system through biomechanical analysis. Her research explores how anatomical variations in the pelvis affect locomotion and childbirth.

Education:

• Ph.D., Anthropology (2012), Washington University in St. Louis
• M.A., Anthropology (2006), Washington University in St. Louis
• B.A., Anthropology (Summa Cum Laude) (2003), University of Colorado

Research Focus:

• Human pelvic evolution and biomechanics
• Locomotor performance and bipedalism
• Obstetric dilemma and multifactorial pelvic analysis

Courses Taught:

• INTRODUCTION TO BIOLOGICAL ANTHROPOLOGY
• HUMAN EVOLUTION
• HUMAN VARIATION
• QUALITATIVE METHODS IN ANTHROPOLOGY
• BIOLOGICAL ANTHROPOLOGY CORE: MODERN HUMAN VARIATION
• BIOLOGICAL ANTHROPOLOGY CORE: THE FOSSIL RECORD

Recent Publications:

• Evolutionary perspectives on pelvic floor disorders
• Hyperandrogenism and bone health in athletes
• Metabolic constraints on human altriciality