Sir Martyn Poliakoff is a research professor at the University of Nottingham and a pioneer in the field of green chemistry.

Pete Licence is a professor expert on ionic liquids - but is also known for his explosive practical demonstrations.

Stephen Liddle is interested in the lanthanide and actinide elements. He has now moved to the University of Manchester.

Debbie Kays is a lecturer in inorganic chemistry at the University of Nottingham. She admits to loving boron!

Neil Barnes is a senior technician at the university's chemistry school. He knows where everything in the labs is hidden!

Sam Tang is the public awareness scientist at The University of Nottingham's School of Chemistry.

Darren Walsh specialises in physical and analytical chemistry.

Rob Stockman is an organic chemist specialising in heterocyclic organic chemistry.

John Moses' research interests include anti-cancer drugs and chemical biology.

Brady Haran is a video journalist and the creator of this project. More here.