Wayne Bensley

Wayne Bensley serves as Professor in the Physical and Life Sciences school at Alfred State College, specializing in forensic chemistry and analytical techniques. His academic career spans teaching foundational chemistry courses and developing forensic science curriculum since 2007, complemented by 12 years of practical forensic laboratory experience.

His educational credentials include:

• Master of Science in Forensic Science, University of Alabama at Birmingham (1994)
• Bachelor of Arts in Chemistry, Syracuse University (1992)

Dr. Bensley's research centers on drug analysis through mass spectrometry and trace evidence examination, with emphasis on methodological improvements for forensic toxicology. His work bridges academic instruction with real-world forensic applications, particularly in controlled substance identification and analytical validation protocols. He has contributed significantly to curriculum development for forensic science education while maintaining active engagement with law enforcement training.

His publications demonstrate consistent focus on chromatographic and spectrometric techniques for drug analysis, with particular attention to barbiturates and amphetamine-class compounds. The research reflects methodological rigor in sample preparation, internal standardization, and fragmentation pattern interpretation essential for courtroom-admissible forensic results.

Professional recognition includes:

• Nominee for Chancellor's Award for Teaching Excellence (2008)

Dr. Bensley maintains active service through forensic science organizations and law enforcement training initiatives. He serves on the Alfred State College Faculty Senate Nominations Committee and Science Fair judging panel while providing specialized instruction in drug testing methodologies for multiple police departments. His professional affiliations demonstrate commitment to advancing forensic science standards through the American Academy of Forensic Sciences, Midwestern and Northeast Associations of Forensic Scientists, and American Society of Crime Lab Directors.