Dr. Derek Hall

Assistant Professor

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Biography

Derek Hall is an Assistant Professor in the John Willie Leone Department of Energy and Mineral Engineering at Penn State University. His research focuses on thermally regenerative batteries, electrocatalysts, redox flow batteries, and enhanced water cycle chemistry guidelines for power plant systems. He also works on novel membrane-based electrochemical sensors to monitor pipeline integrity. Hall's expertise includes developing new energy systems and advancing technology for sustainable energy solutions. His projects aim to improve power density and cycle efficiencies in energy storage systems. He contributes to various interdisciplinary research initiatives aimed at zero-waste water solutions and renewable energy conversion technologies. Hall is an active member of the Institute of Energy and the Environment and frequently publishes research related to corrosion rates, electrochemical sensors, and innovative battery technologies.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Professor

2018-08-15 — Present

Pennsylvania State University • University Park, PA

Teaching and research in energy systems, focusing on battery technology and environmental engineering.

Requirements for Pennsylvania State University

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Writing
Required:24
Speaking
Required:23
Total
Required:100
IELTS
Writing
Required:7
Speaking
Required:7
Overall
Required:7
GRE General
Prerequisites
Master's degree in related field for PhD Baccalaureate degree from accredited institution
Application Checklist
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Writing Sample
  • Official Transcripts
  • Resume/CV
Specialization Notes

GRE scores are highly recommended but not strictly required for Applied Linguistics.