Bioarchaeology is the study of human remains from archaeological sites to understand past populations. This field combines techniques from archaeology and biological sciences to analyze skeletal remains, providing insights into health, diet, and lifestyle of ancient peoples. Researchers in bioarchaeology often examine factors like disease, nutrition, and mortality rates, which can reveal how environmental and social conditions affected communities. By studying burial practices and grave goods, bioarchaeologists also gain insights into cultural beliefs and social structures of past societies.