Rhonda Roby

Rhonda Roby, a forensic scientist with a strong background in human identification, delves into her role in the quest to uncover Leonardo da Vinci’s DNA. She discusses innovative sampling techniques on historical artworks, emphasizing the challenge of working with tiny biological materials. Rhonda shares surprising discoveries, like detecting malaria in 500-year-old letters, and explores how this research could assist in authenticating art. Ethical considerations arise as they examine the potential misuse of such groundbreaking findings in the realm of art and history.