Can carrots help you see in the dark?
Friday 30th October 2015
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Do carrots help you see in the dark? Chemist, teacher and author Andy Brunning explains the mysteries of how our bodies respond to the chemicals in carrots – click the player below to hear him speak.
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On Saturday the 21st of November he will be revealing a tantalising selection of food while leading you on a gastronomic journey into the fascinating chemistry of food. Click here to get your tickets!
Andy Brunning is a chemistry graduate and teacher based in Cambridge. A self-taught graphics artist, he created the hit blog Compound Interest, where until recently he posted secretly under the pseudonym @compoundchem. His engaging infographics explore his fascination for the chemistry of everyday materials and reactions.