Today's longread looks at a field that is glorified on TV (in crime scene shows like CSI) but that in reality requires diligent work to solve complex challenges. In particular, this article focuses on identifying remains with DNA. It highlights one leader in the field and her efforts to help identify the dead at Ground Zero as well as her role in resolving numerous other high- and low-profile cases. I found the profile of Dr. Roby to be a refreshing contrast to the glamorous criminal forensics experts that are found on prime time TV dramas.
"Naming the Dead at Ground Zero" by Julia Heaberlin
Published in D Magazine, November 2012
http://www.dmagazine.com/Home/D_Magazine/2012/November/Rhonda_Roby_Naming_the_Dead_at_Ground_Zero.aspx?p=1&src=longreads
Eric
I like the fact that '...quality control is at the heart of good DNA science...' since usually TV shows and movies show some sketchy science going on in the background:)
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