Our understanding of both clogged arteries and the building blocks of DNA are thanks to the groundbreaking work of Dr. Marie M. Daly, the first Black woman in the U.S. to receive a Ph. D. in chemistry.

What is Chemistry? What are the states of Matter?? Find out in this video!

How important is it to wear sunscreen when out in the Sun. Find out with this simple experiment!

Dr. Boyd "the Chemist" is bringing you some fun and educational enjoyment for the Summer! Definitely subscribe so you won't miss out on any of the new science posts.

The Periodic Table is a critical centerpiece to the fields of Chemistry, Physics, and even Biology. Follow this brief explanation of its history, organization and symbols.

In Part 2 of a discussion on the Hypothesis, Dr. Boyd walks you through 2 additional control experiments that can be used to confirm our conclusions from Part 1.

Dr. Boyd explains the concept of a hypothesis, then leads you through a simple experiment to help you develop your hypothesis-making skills.

Dr. Boyd explains the fundamentals of making great scientific observations and taking great notes. Don't skip the skills challenge at the end of this video!

Dr. Boyd explains the basics of laboratory safety. Stick around for the quiz at the end. This is part of Science Made Simple's "Summer Science Series!"

After numerous stays on the island of Puerto Rico, Dr. Boyd finally saw the elusive Coqui frog!

In celebration of Black History Month, learn about these 5 accomplished Living Black Chemists! 0:09 - Professor Isiah Warner 1:18 - Professor Paula T. Hammond 2:10 - Professor Joseph S. Francisco 3:35 - Dr. Sharon Haynie 4:56 - Professor...

Watch this video to learn all about the wonderful chemist Dr. Marie Maynard Daly!

Cable Executive Stan Thomas is profiled.

Learn about Gerald "Jerry" Lawson...the Father of the Video Game Cartridge!

Learn about this little-known Black inventor who had an impact on virtually anyone who has opened a door.

In celebration of Black History Month, learn about this pioneer of modern-day GPS systems, Dr. Gladys Mae West.

Learn how you can make your Solar Eclipse glasses even safer with a simple modification! 0:00 – Introduction 0:20 – What you need 0:40 – Safety 1:30 – Step-by-step Instructions 3:42 – Trying them on

Watch as Solar Eclipse Totality descends upon the land!

Look at the cool shadows made when the eclipse happens!

Learn all about DNA while enjoying a delicious treat!

Dr. Boyd details his experience seeing a rare Puerto Rican Amazon (Parrot) sighting in Puerto Rico.

Follow along and learn about the process of photosynthesis in plants. Then do a simple experiment to demonstrate the process. 0:00 – Introduction 0:07 – What you need 0:17 – Explanation 1:16 – Safety 1:23 – Experiment 2:09 – Results

As part of the “Picture Perfect Chemistry” celebration for National Chemistry Week 2024, Dr. Boyd “The Chemist” explains what the refractive index is, and then does a simple experiment to highlight the concept. This is the 1st in a...

As part of the “Picture Perfect Chemistry” celebration for National Chemistry Week 2024, Dr. Boyd “The Chemist” makes a beaker disappear! Follow along for the experiment and an explanation. 0:00 – Introduction 0:16 – What you need 0:26 –...