John W. Stahl
Office Phone: 724-847-6705
jwstahl@geneva.edu
Disciplines/Field of Instruction
- Chemistry - Analytical and Physical
- Chemical Engineering
Degrees Received
- Ph.D. Analytical Chemistry, 1983, The Pennsylvania State University
- B.S. Chemistry, 1979, Geneva College
Courses Taught
- CHM 307 - Physical Chemistry I
- CHM 308 - Physical Chemistry II
- CHM 306 - Instrumental Analysis
- CHM 311 - Advanced Instrumental Laboratory
- CHM 312 - Advanced Physical Laboratory
- CHM 412 - Polymer Chemistry
- SCS 110 - Nature of Science
- CHE 401 - Reactor Design
Presentations/Publications
- John W. Stahl, Sarah A. Schubert, and Timothy G. Strein, Middle Atlantic Regional Meeting of the American Chemical Society, Collegeville, PA, May 17, 2007. “Fundamental Investigations into the Determination of Creatinine by Capillary Electrophoresis Utilizing the In-Column Reaction with Sodium Picrate and t-ITP Stacking
- J.W. Stahl, editor and co-author, Energy and the Development of Scientific Ideas, 5th Edition, Geneva College, 2009. (Textbook for Geneva’s core science course, Nature of Science)
- J.W. Stahl, “An Essay on Christian Faith and Analytical Chemistry,” Geneva College Faculty Development Integration Paper, 1997. (not published, available in McCartney Library).
- J.W. Stahl, project coordinator with IUPAC Commission V.1, "Nomenclature of Thermometric and Enthalpimetric Methods in Chemical Analysis," Pure and Applied Chemistry, 1994, 66(12), 2487-2492.
- J. Jordan and J.W. Stahl, "Thermometric Titrations and Enthalpimetric Analysis," in Treatise on Analytical Chemistry, 2nd ed., Part I, Volume 13, Chap. 2, edited by J.D. Winefordner, D. Dollimore, and J. Dunn, Wiley, New York, 1993.
- J. W. Stahl, "Mass Spectrometer Interface with an Apple II Computer," Journal of Chemical Education, March 1990, p. A72.
- J.W. Stahl and J. Jordan, "Thermometric Titration of Polysulfides," Analytical Chemistry, 1987, (59), 1222-1226.
- J. Jordan and J.W. Stahl, "Fundamentals of Analytical Solution Calorimetry," in Analytical Solution Calorimetry, J.K. Grime, ed., Wiley, New York, 1985.
Current Projects
- Topics of current research interest include: environmental study of trace lead and cadmium and factors influencing their uptake, novel measurement methods for vapor permeation rates through polymer films, calorimetry of adsorption processes, and visible methods for ethanol determination. A current chemical engineering project involves developing improved methods for production of biodiesel fuel from waste vegetable oil.
- I also have an ongoing interest in communicating biblical truths through demonstrations and object lessons that provide a metaphorical image for the audience. I have developed and presented a number these demonstration talks as children’s sermons or a special presentations for all ages in churches, camps, and retreats. Titles include: “The God-Shaped Vacuum,” Though Your Sins Be as Scarlet,” “The Flames Shall Not Consume You,” and “The Iron-smelting Furnace.” These talks are listed on the Geneva Speaker’s Bureau.
Awards & Distinctions Received
- Geneva College Excellence in Scholarship Award, 1993
- Geneva College Excellence in Teaching Award, 1998
- Special recognition for role as Faculty Liaison for S&E Building Renovation, 2002-2003.
- Geneva College Alumni Association Distinguised Service Award, 2004.
Affiliations, e.g., membership in professional organizations, etc.
- American Chemical Society
- American Scientific Association
- International Union of Pure and Applied Chemistry
Miscellaneous, e.g., hobbies, sports, personal info, etc.
- Dr. Stahl lives on College Hill with his lovely wife Jacque. They have four children and attend College Hill Reformed Presbyterian Church. His hobbies include home remodeling, bicycling, and geography. His life verse as a Christian in science is Ps. 111:2.
“Great are the works of the Lord, they are pondered by all who delight in them.”
