Randi M. Depp

About the Author

Randi M. Depp is a distinguished forensic anthropologist and author whose work bridges the gap between scientific inquiry and social justice. With a PhD in anthropology from a leading Ivy League institution, she has spent over two decades excavating the stories hidden in human remains, particularly those of marginalized communities overlooked by history. Depp's writing illuminates the intersections of race, gender, class, and identity in mortality, challenging readers to confront systemic inequalities through the lens of forensic evidence. Her debut book, The Marginalized in Death: A Forensic Anthropology of Intersectional Identity in the Modern Era, has been praised for its rigorous scholarship and poignant narratives, earning accolades from academic and literary circles alike. Beyond the page, Depp lectures globally on ethical anthropology and advocates for inclusive practices in death investigations.