Birth of Turi Emma King in Nottingham, England, later a Canadian‑British geneticist and archaeologist known for leading the DNA identification of King Richard III.
Turi Emma King was born on December 31, 1969, in Nottingham, England. Raised with British and Canadian influences, her journey from an early fascination with history and science gradually led her to become a renowned geneticist and archaeologist.
Her work transcends traditional academic boundaries by combining archaeology and genetics, a move that has enabled her to contribute significantly to historical DNA analysis projects, notably the identification of King Richard III's remains through DNA analysis. This groundbreaking work has placed her at the forefront of forensic genetics and public science communication.
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