Dr. (Professor) Ma. Teresa G. De Guzman is a distinguished anthropologist and forensic scientist, currently serving as Professor 3 and Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences at the University of the Philippines Manila. She holds a doctorate and a master’s degree in anthropology from UP Diliman, as well as a bachelor’s degree in Linguistics. She has pursued specialized training in Forensic science at the Sherlock Institute of Forensic Science in India and completed the Health in Detention Short Course at the Swiss Tropical and Public Health Institute in collaboration with the International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC).
As an expert in anthropology, archaeology, and heritage forensics, Dr. De Guzman has actively contributed to disaster victim identification, indigenous knowledge systems, forensic investigations, and cultural heritage impact assessments. She is a core committee member of several international forensic science conferences and has served as a keynote speaker, plenary speaker, and resource person in multiple global and national forums, including events on forensic science, disaster risk management, and Indigenous knowledge systems.
Dr. De Guzman has received numerous accolades, including the Forensic Leadership Excellence Award from the International Association of Scientists and Researchers (IASR). She is a lifetime member of various professional organizations, such as PI GAMMA MU International Honor Society, the Philippine Anthropological Association (UGAT), and the Kapisanan ng mga Arkeologo ng Pilipinas (KAPI).
Her research spans topics such as health and well-being practices among Indigenous communities, forensic anthropology, and disaster response, with her work published in renowned academic journals and conference proceedings. She has also led archaeological and ethnographic assessments for major infrastructure projects in the Philippines, contributing her expertise in social and environmental impact assessments.
With her extensive background in forensic science, anthropology, and archaeology, Dr. De Guzman remains at the forefront of research, education, and consultancy in both academic and applied forensic settings.