Carlos E. Morales is a bilingual forensic DNA analyst with over 22 years of experience in human identification, DNA casework, expert testimony, and method validation. He holds a bachelor’s degree in Forensic Science from John Jay College of Criminal Justice in New York and a master’s degree in Forensic DNA and Serology from the University of Florida.
He currently serves as International Coordinator at the Center for Human Identification at UNT Health in Fort Worth, Texas. He manages a nationwide grant, supporting investigations involving unidentified human remains associated with missing migrants and American Indian and Alaska Native populations. He coordinates the submission of DNA profiles to the Humanitarian DNA Database (HDD) and facilitates collaboration among domestic and international agencies. His work also includes contributing to the development and implementation of forensic standards, evaluating technical solutions, and improving laboratory workflows and operational efficiency.
He has provided training to forensic professionals from multiple countries and is a member of the International Society for Forensic Genetics (ISFG). He remains actively committed to education, innovation, and international collaboration in forensic science.
