Dr. Jason Brooks

Professor

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Biography

Jason Brooks is the Director of the Forensic Science Program and a Teaching Professor at Penn State University’s Eberly College of Science. As a veterinary pathologist and diplomate of the American College of Veterinary Pathologists (ACVP), he plays a pivotal role in veterinary forensic pathology. Brooks is a founding fellow of the ACVP Veterinary Forensic Pathology and serves as a Deputy Coroner for the Centre County Coroner’s Office. He has held significant positions within the International Veterinary Forensic Sciences Association and is a member of the American Academy of Forensic Sciences, contributing to various committees including the Veterinary Forensic Pathology certification. His research primarily focuses on pathology-related issues such as gunshot wound estimation and postmortem interval investigations. In addition to his administrative and research roles, Brooks is active in academic publishing, having contributed to textbooks and journals including 'Veterinary Forensic Pathology' and 'Forensic Science International'. He also teaches graduate courses related to Medicolegal Death Investigation, shaping the next generation of forensic science professionals.

Research Interests

Experience

Director

2018-08-01 — Present

Forensic Science Program • Penn State University, University Park, PA

Leading the Forensic Science Program, overseeing curriculum and research.

Teaching Professor

2010-08-01 — Present

Penn State University • University Park, PA

Teaching various courses related to forensic science and pathology.

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