An investigation by NBC News has revealed troubling practices involving unclaimed bodies used for medical research in Texas. The probe found that bodies, often of destitute individuals, were collected and used without the consent of their families, raising ethical concerns. In response to the investigation, Tarrant County has decided to terminate its program with the University of North Texas Health Science Center (UNT HSC), which involved using unclaimed remains for research purposes. This decision follows allegations from the family of a U.S. veteran who claimed that their relative's body was dismembered and sold for research without their consent. The UNT HSC has also suspended its unclaimed bodies program amid growing scrutiny and public backlash. This series of events highlights the need for clearer guidelines and consent procedures regarding the use of unclaimed bodies in medical research.