Dr. William Campbell

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Biography

William Campbell is an Assistant Teaching Professor in the Forensic Science Program at Penn State University, where he has been involved since Fall 2003. He received his Doctorate in Organometallic Chemistry from Montana State University, under the supervision of Dr. Wyn Jennings. His doctoral research focused on the study of toxic substances in native plants, employing advanced techniques such as Infrared, NMR, and EI Mass Spectroscopy. Following his doctorate, William undertook a Post-Doctoral appointment at the University of Minnesota, where he conducted research on the synthesis and analysis of transition metal organometallic complexes, utilizing advanced NMR and Mass Spectroscopic techniques alongside X-ray photoelectron Spectroscopy. He transitioned into the industrial sector with Central Research at Dow Corning Corporation, specializing in organosilicon chemistry and leading studies on surface modifications of silica particles for chromatographic applications. Throughout his industrial career, he contributed to the advancement of HPLC technology for the analysis of biological molecules, pharmaceuticals, and metabolites. Currently, he co-owns Phase Analytical Technology, focusing on HPLC technology for pharmaceutical clinical analysis while continuing to educate students in Forensic Chemistry, Advanced Chromatographic Science, and Forensic Toxicology.

Research Interests

Experience

Assistant Teaching Professor

2003-08-01 — Present

Penn State University • University Park, PA

Teaches courses in the Forensic Science Program including General, Organic, and Environmental Toxicology.

Post-Doctoral Researcher

— Present

University of Minnesota • Minneapolis, MN

Conducted research on synthesis and analysis of transition metal organometallic complexes.

Central Research

— Present

Dow Corning Corporation • Midland, MI

Led studies on surface modifications of silica particles and contributed significantly to HPLC technology.

Co-Owner

— Present

Phase Analytical Technology • University Park, PA

Produces HPLC technology for pharmaceutical clinical analysis.

Courses

Forensic Chemistry (427) Advanced Chromatographic Science (831) Forensic Toxicology (532)

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.

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
Verbal
Required:154
Quantitative
Required:164
Overall
Required:154
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:24
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree in Economics or related quantitative field Strong background in calculus and linear algebra
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three Letters of Recommendation
  • Official Transcripts
  • GRE General Test scores
Specialization Notes

Focus on high quantitative scores for GRE.

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Introductory courses in geosciences, chemistry, physics Mathematics through integral calculus 15 credits of intermediate-level science/math work
Application Checklist
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official transcripts
Specialization Notes

GRE is not required.

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:80
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Baccalaureate degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field
Application Checklist
  • Resume/CV
  • Statement of Purpose
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official Transcripts
Specialization Notes

GRE required for MS and M.Eng, but no longer required for PhD.

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:19
Total
Required:80
Prerequisites
Degree from diverse academic backgrounds accepted (CS, Law, Social Sciences, etc.)
Application Checklist
  • Writing Sample
  • Personal Statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official Transcripts
Specialization Notes

The College of IST does not accept GRE scores.

Doctorate Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Speaking
Required:20
Total
Required:100
Prerequisites
Advanced calculus/analysis Abstract and linear algebra with proofs
Application Checklist
  • Personal Statement
  • Three letters of recommendation
  • Official Transcripts
Specialization Notes

Masters degree is typically earned 'on the way' to PhD.