Corinne Deibel

Corinne Deibel is a Professor of Chemistry and Registrar at Earlham College. She holds roles in academic administration and teaching, while conducting research in analytical chemistry with a focus on archaeometry, environmental science, and forensic applications. Her work involves collaboration with students and international institutions.

Education:

• Ph.D., University of Kentucky (Lexington)
• M.S., Université Pierre et Marie Curie (Paris, France)
• B.S., ESCOM (Paris, France)

Research Interests: Dr. Deibel’s research spans

• Environmental analysis of trace metals in water systems,
• Provenance studies of archaeological artifacts using XRF and FT-IR,
• Forensic analysis of synthetic cannabinoids,
• Collaborative projects in China and France.

She emphasizes interdisciplinary approaches and student involvement in fieldwork and laboratory studies.

Grants & Advising: She has mentored numerous students in research, leading to co-authored publications. Notable collaborations include a 2013 project in China analyzing Neolithic artifacts. Her teaching extends to international programs, such as a French program exploring nuclear energy’s role in France.

Labs/Teams: Utilizes portable spectroscopy tools (XRF, FT-IR) for artifact and environmental analysis. Maintains a database for jade artifact composition studies.