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You must try this delicious Gummy Worm Slime!  Follow along so you can make some of your own!
If you never see another slime video in your life, this is the one you must see.  Dr. Boyd makes cool, clear, edible "Water Slime" while teaching about polymers!
Who doesn't love marshmallows?  Well Dr. Boyd hopes you love them.  If you do, you'll love making this Marshmallow Slime!
Learn about the physics of flight while having fun making a paper airplane!
Have you ever seen water moving along the surface of a piece of string?  Well, Dr. Boyd explains exactly how in this video!
Dr. Boyd gives instructions on how to make this uniquely designed paper airplane.
Can plants grow in the absence of dirt?  Find out in this plant-focused demo!
Dr. Boyd explains the concept of osmosis while transforming an egg into a bouncing ball of fun!
Can plants grow in the absence of dirt AND the absence of light?? Dr. Boyd answers these questions in this video.
Here's something for a hot summer night.  Not only will you learn some of the science behind making ice cream, you will also get to eat it! :-)
Plants are all around us, and it's a great thing that they are.  Without plants, we would not be able to survive.  Learn more about plants with this fun celery experiment.
What is the connection between pepper and pepper spray? What can you do to remedy pepper spray if you ever get sprayed.  This video explains it all.
Dr. Boyd's niece and nephew invited him over for a visit so they could learn how to make DNA molecules...USING CANDY! Enjoy (but don't eat too much)!!!
Chromatography is a method to separate molecules, and there are several types of chromatography methods.  Learn more in this video.
What's a thermometer? How do you read one? What do they measure? Find out answers to all of these questions in this video.
Fluids have properties that have been described by several scientists, including Isaac Newton.  Oobleck is a type of fluid that does not follow Newton's law of viscosity, but it can be loads of fun to make and play with.
Clouds can be beautiful, and clouds can look really scary.  But there is also a lot we can learn from clouds.  This lesson shows you how you can make your own cloud and teaches you all about them!
Glues are adhesives that can be natural or they can be man-made.  Find out how you can make your own glue at home.
In Part 2 of a discussion on surface tension, Dr. Boyd shows you how you can "paint" a pretty picture in milk by using just a little dish soap.
Part 3 of our discussion on the topic of diffusion highlights the effect temperature has on density and diffusion in water. 
Making Oobleck is a fun way to learn about non-Newtonian fluids. Join Dr. Boyd as he shows you how to make it, and tells you the science behind it.
All metals have certain properties.  Learn what they are by watching this short, but informative, video.
What if Vibranium, the fictitious elemental element from the Marvel Comic Universe, was a real element?  Where would it go on the Periodic Table of the Elements?  Find out what Dr. Boyd thinks!
In this video, Dr. Boyd imagines an entirely new Marvel Comic storyline based on the movie "Black Panther" and the fictitious element Vibranium!
Ever wonder what the Periodic Table is and what all those letters and numbers on it mean?  Dr. Boyd breaks it all down for you!
Part 2 of a 3 part discussion on the topic of diffusion focuses on the effect of temperature on diffusion in water. Enjoy!
Dr. Boyd defines surface tension, and then demonstrates how it can be altered.
Dr. Boyd and his wife are expecting a baby soon.  Is it a boy or is it a girl?  Watch as they use science to answer that question!
Did you know that there is metal in your cereal?  No worries, it's a good thing.  Find out how you can extract the metal at home.
Using the dissolving of Peppermint Candy Canes in various liquids, Dr. Boyd explains "the hypothesis," and how to turn a demonstration into an experiment.
Watch in amazement as Dr. Boyd picks up ice with string.  It's not magic, but it is pretty cool.  Follow along!
Watch Dr. Boyd deliver his C&EN Talented 12 lecture explaining his path to science and his current research.
Learn a cool way to demonstrate that oil and water don't mix while paying homage to home decor from the 1970's.
Many people can pick up rice with 2 chopsticks.  Dr. Boyd demonstrates how you can pick up rice using just one!
Ever wonder if old food is safe to eat?  This is a helpful video to answer that question.  Credit: ACS Reactions
No explanation, just cool demonstrations!  Follow along and be awe-inspired by Dry Ice!
Using fluids of various densities, Dr. Boyd explains the concept of density, and demonstrates how to make a 'Density Tower.'
Donuts anyone?
Credit: American Chemical Society & PBS Digital Studios
In a variation of the classic 'volcano' demonstration, Dr. Boyd traps carbon dioxide.
See the Skittles rainbow in this fun demonstration about diffusion
Follow along as Dr. Boyd performs the 'Elephant Toothpaste' demonstration!
What if the Earth was Twice as big? What would life be like? Find out what scientists think by watching this video!
The Solar Eclipse - Aug. 21, 2017
A rare total Solar Eclipse will be happening soon.  Here's an explanation on where it will be and how you can view it!
The Galileo Thermometer
Dr. Boyd demonstrates how the Galileo Thermometer works!​

The Chemistry In Wonder Woman

Dr. Boyd discusses the real world possibility of Dr. Poison's new chemical weapon.
Best common lab safety practices
This video gives advice on the appropriate lab attire a researcher should wear.
What do Electrolytes Do?
Ever wonder what those 'electrolytes' are that you hear about in all those sports drink commercials?  Here's an explanation!  
Credit: American Chemical Society & PBS Digital Studios
The Lab Notebook
Dr. Boyd explains the importance of keeping a good lab notebook