Patricia Cornwell

Patricia Cornwell is an American crime writer. She is known for her best-selling novels featuring medical examiner Kay Scarpetta, of which the first was inspired by a series of sensational murders in Richmond, Virginia, where most of the stories are set. The plots are notable for their emphasis on forensic science, which has influenced later TV treatments of police work.

Scarpetta

Scarpetta · S1, E1

Bridge of Time, Part One

After returning to her former position as Virginia's Chief Medical Examiner, renowned forensic pathologist Dr. Kay Scarpetta investigates a sinister and mysterious murder that eerily resembles her first big case from 28 years prior.
Criminal Minds · S7, E11

True Genius

A series of murders in San Francisco bearing the tell-tale signs of the infamous Zodiac Killer have the BAU wondering if the notorious serial killer has returned. Also, Reid ponders if he should be doing more with his genius abilities.
StarTalk · S5, E13

Author Patricia Cornwell

Host Neil deGrasse Tyson features his interview with best-selling crime novelist Patricia Cornwell. Tyson is joined in the Hall of the Universe by comedian co-host Matt Kirshen and forensic pathologist Rebecca Folkerth to get to the bottom of forensics, how crimes are solved with science. Neuroscientist Andrew Newberg adds his expertise on the intersection of mind, body and soul.