معرفی
Derk Wierda is a Professor in the Department of Chemistry & Forensic Science at Saint Anselm College. He teaches introductory and advanced chemistry courses for both majors and non-majors, with a focus on forensic applications, characterization techniques, and inorganic systems.
- Education:
- B.S. Summa Cum Laude in Chemistry, Loyola College (1984)
- M.A. in Chemistry, Harvard University (1986)
- Ph.D. in Chemistry, Harvard University (1990)
- NSF Postdoctoral Research Associate, Université Louis Pasteur, Strasbourg, France (1990-1992)
His teaching spans general, organic, and inorganic chemistry, with specialized courses in forensic chemistry and instrumental analysis. Research interests include analytical methods, synthetic chemistry, and computational approaches in chemical systems.
Key courses taught: CH110 Principles of Physical Science I, CH130/CH131 General Chemistry I/II, CH220 Forensic Chemistry, CH250/CH251 Organic Chemistry I/II, CH270 Analytical Chemistry I, CH310 Analytical Chemistry II, CH340/CH360 Inorganic Chemistry I/II, CH370 Synthesis and Characterization, and CH400/CH420 Independent Study/Research.
