The document discusses the challenges forensic scientists face in evaluating DNA and RNA sample collection methods, emphasizing the need for intact samples and proper storage. It highlights the use of Fourier Transform Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR) as a technique to assess the integrity of DNA and RNA, particularly in bone samples where heat damage is a concern. FTIR spectroscopy estimates collagen bonds that correlate with bonds in DNA, aiding in the assessment process.