SESSIONS & SPEAKERS

anthropologists, including the skeletal analysis and trauma examination to provide critical evidence that aids law enforcement in solving homicides. The presentation emphasizes the interdisciplinary nature of forensic anthropology and its significant contributions in unraveling mysteries and bringing justice to victims and their families.

Dr. Meredith Tise, Owner and Forensic Anthropologist, Suncoast Forensics

Dr. Meredith Tise is the owner of Suncoast Forensics, where she provides training and consulting services in forensic anthropology, forensic quality assurance, and criminal investigations. She is the consulting forensic anthropologist for the District Six Medical Examiner’s Office in Largo, Florida, as well as the Forensic Quality Assurance Coordinator for the Pinellas County Sheriff’s Office. Most proudly, Dr. Tise worked as a forensic anthropologist and recovery leader with History Flight on the MIA Project where she conducted American WWI MIA/KIA recoveries in both the Central Pacific and Europe.

THURSDAY, AUGUST 10

8:30am - 9:30am

Helping Solve More Crime with DNA Technology

Join us as we unlock the potential of DNA technology to help solve more crimes. Explore our advanced technologies, delve into processing time, discuss real case studies and how these advancements in DNA technology have played a pivotal role in solving complex crimes. DNA Labs International (DLI) is a private DNA forensic laboratory with a 19-year history supporting law enforcement agencies, attorneys, and government forensic labs. DNA Labs International is ANAB ISO 17025 and FBI QAS accredited laboratory. When it comes to forensic casework, we are one of the top labs in the country, and we work with hundreds of agencies across the United States, Canada, and Caribbean Nations.

Danielle Gluth, Director of Client Experience, DNA Labs International

Dani Gluth is the Director of Client Experience at DNA Labs International (DLI) and a UCF graduate where she received her BA degree majoring in Psychology. She is at the forefront of educating law enforcement with the latest advancements in forensic technology, ensuring they are equipped with the knowledge and tools necessary to solve crimes and minimize errors throughout the investigative process.

Rachel Oefelein, Chief Scientific Officer, DNA Labs International

Rachel Oefelein is currently the Chief Scientific Officer at DNA Labs International (DLI) and a PhD candidate with Griffith University located in Brisbane, Australia. She received her MSc in Forensic Science from the University of Strathclyde, and her BS in Criminal Justice, with a Forensic Science Minor, from Loyola University of New Orleans. Since joining DNA Labs International in 2014, Rachel was instrumental in implementing STRmix™ for five profiling systems, rootless hair shaft testing, and Next Generation Sequencing in three profiling systems. She also innovated and implemented DLI’s successful SpentShell™ technology for fired cartridge casings.