Luke Humphries
Director, Process Development
I lead teams of scientists to discover and develop the best ways of making drug molecules for clinical trials.
Chemical Reactions: Conditions & Speeds
Learn about the special conditions that let some chemical reactions take place.
Catalytic Converters
Learn about how catalytic converters make vehicle emissions less harmful.
How can chemistry help you take care of your teeth?
What are your teeth made up of? What chemistry is at work in your mouth? Why do some people get cavities even if they brush regularly?
What speeds up a chemical reaction?
Learn about the role of yeast in this fun decomposition reaction.
The Chemistry of Lipstick
Learn about the organic compounds that make up lipstick as well as about some of the chemistry that goes into this popular cosmetic.
How is Ethanol Made?
Ethanol is a biofuel that can power a car. Learn about the enzymes, catalysts and processes like fermentation involved in ethanol production.
Green Chemistry 101
Green chemistry is a field that looks at the sustainability of products and processes designed by people.
Chemical Equilibrium and Panic Attacks
Panic attacks are scary and they upset your body’s chemical equilibrium. Learn what happens to acids & bases in your circulatory system during a panic attack.
Carbon Dioxide on Earth and on the ISS
Carbon dioxide is an important part of the air on Earth and in space. What is carbon dioxide? How is it measured? How can it affect us mentally and physically?
The Chemistry of Pop
There’s a lot of cool chemistry in a can of pop! Learn how solubility, chemical equilibrium, acids & bases and gas laws work in some of your favourite drinks.