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Dr. Candice Small is a Lecturer in the Department of Anatomical Sciences within the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of the Witwatersrand. Her work bridges clinical anatomy, surgical education, and forensic anthropology, with a strong emphasis on morphometric analysis and anatomical variation in diverse populations.
Her research interests focus on:
- Geometric morphometrics applied to human skeletal remains
- Sex estimation using cranial and pelvic features
- Topographical anatomy of the recurrent laryngeal nerve in both adult and pediatric populations
- Development and validation of 3D-derived interlandmark distances for forensic identification
- Population-specific anatomical variation, particularly in South African samples
Dr. Small's recent publications demonstrate a consistent trajectory in applying quantitative anatomical methods to both clinical and forensic challenges. Her work frequently appears in high-impact journals such as Forensic Science International and International Journal of Legal Medicine, with a growing focus on surgical anatomy, particularly the recurrent laryngeal nerve—a critical structure in thyroid surgery. The integration of 3D imaging and morphometrics across her studies highlights her methodological rigor and interdisciplinary approach.
Her scientific contributions include several peer-reviewed journal articles, though no formal awards or fellowships are listed in the available information.
Dr. Small is actively involved in research and academic instruction, with no indication of advising students listed on her profile. She utilizes advanced imaging and statistical techniques in her anatomical investigations and contributes to the development of locally relevant forensic standards.
