
Kit Chapman
Kit is an internationally award-winning science journalist with a particular interest in science history and element discovery. He holds a PhD in the history and philosophy of science from the University of Sunderland and a master's degree in pharmacy from the University of Bradford. Kit has contributed to The Daily Telegraph, Nature, Chemist+Druggist and New Scientist among others.
Kit’s first popular science book, Superheavy, was shortlisted for the AAAS/Subaru SB&F prize for young adults and his second, Racing Green, was published in 2022. He was comment editor at Chemistry World.
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What’s in nail polish?
Uncover the polymers and pigments in liquid nail polishes, acrylics and gels
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How do fireflies produce light?
Find out how fireflies and other creatures use bioluminescence
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From traditional remedies to modern medicines
Discover how chemists are developing breakthrough drugs from natural remedies
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Butter and margarine: what’s the difference?
Discover the chemistry and history of these so similar, but very different solidified emulsions
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Brush up on the science of mouthwash
What chemicals are in mouthwash and is the time you use it important?
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Cold case chemistry
Discover the advances in forensic science helping solve decades-old crimes
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How do whiteboard markers work?
Learn about the chemistry behind whiteboards and pens – and how to clean their stains
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How chemistry keeps trains on track
Read about the science that’s been keeping trains chugging along for centuries
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What are Halloween costume masks made from?
Find out about the creative chemistry behind costume masks
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Why does jelly wobble?
Find out how gelatin’s bonds, structure and properties make jelly jiggle
- Opinion
Why it’s time to abandon the textbook
Biases, dated content and student disinterest mean it’s time to find course materials online, argues Kit Chapman
- Feature
The grand end of term quiz
Looking for something fun to wrap up the term? Challenge your 14–16 students with this chemistry-themed quiz
- Opinion
Make time for science’s horrible history
Delve into science’s horrible history with your students
- Opinion
Why chemistry won’t be solved
Kit Chapman explains why chemistry is still a vibrant and relevant subject for study
- Feature
The most important village in chemistry
How one small Swedish hamlet contributed to the periodic table
- News
Seven simple rules offered to bolster science education
Practical guidance to make evidence-based teaching accessible