The workgroup for prehistoric anthropology/paleopathology has been investigating human bones from archaeological excavations since 2008. The direct involvement of the prehistoric anthropology group in the most recent worldwide excavations of the institute allows access to a uniquely wide variety of material. The examinations of the skeletons include physical anthropological, osteological and paleopathological methods and answer questions, about, amongst others, demographic trends, burial customs, development and distribution of diseases and trauma.