Tim Kalafut is a recovering 20+ year lab practitioner that made the jump to the world of academia in 2020. He is currently teaching the next generation of forensic DNA examiners as they complete their masters and PhD level research projects at SHSU. His research interests are heavily involved in DNA interpretation, such as mixture interpretations of related persons, NGS mixtures, and the interpretations and limitations of DNA findings given activity level interpretations. He maintains an active presence in the practitioner world by way of case consulting and testimony and providing training and continuing education.
