Doctor of Forensic Sciences (D.F.S.), Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences
M.S., Forensic Science - Oklahoma State University Center for Health Sciences
B.A., Anthropology - University of West Florida
Biography: Dr. Cathryne Smith is the Interdisciplinary STEM Instructor at the Alabama School of Math and Science (ASMS), where she teaches forensic science, biology electives, and mathematics. She also serves as an Instructor of Forensic Science and the Forensic Science Program Development Lead at the University of South Alabama. Dr. Smith collaborates with law enforcement agencies throughout the Mobile area by providing forensic consultation, expert witness testimony, skeletal identification, and decomposition analysis. She serves on the Advisory Council for the Department of Political Science and Criminal Justice and is a member of Forensic Times’ Women in Forensic Science. She is passionate about connecting students with authentic, research-driven STEM experiences that prepare them for success in higher education and scientific careers.
Professional Areas of Expertise: Forensic Science, Biology, Mathematics Education, Applied Statistics, Criminal Investigation, Forensic Genetics, Human Decomposition, Forensic Entomology, DNA Analysis, Crime Scene Investigation, Skeletal Identification, Expert Witness Testimony, Predictive Modeling, Explainable Artificial Intelligence, STEM Education, Scientific Research, Curriculum Development, Student Research Mentorship, and Program Development
Award(s) / Honor(s) - Granting Organization(s) and Date: Selected Research Proposal Presenter - Center for Advanced Research in Forensic Science (CARFS), July 2026
Special Certification(s) and Granting Organization(s):
Florida:
Professional Educator Certificate (Biology 6–12) - Florida Department of Education
Professional Educator Certificate (Exceptional Student Education (K–12)) - Florida Department of Education
Alabama:
Professional Educator Certificate (Biology 6–12) - Alabama State Department of Education
Professional Educator Certificate (Collaborative Special Education (K–12)) - Alabama State Department of Education
