The HVCC Chemistry Club recognizes Dr. Darryl Boyd for Black History Month in 2025. Dr. Boyd earned his Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from the University of Michigan, and both his Master of Science in Biochemistry, and his Ph.D. in Inorganic Chemistry from Purdue University. Currently, he is a research chemist at the US Naval Research Laboratory where his primary research focuses on the development of novel sulfur-based polymers that have unique optical properties, including unprecedented infrared transmission capabilities. He is also the Co-Founder and Senior Scientist for Science Made Simple LLC, through which he offers his science knowledge to organizations throughout the country via various forums as “Dr. Boyd The Chemist.” This includes his STEM-focused YouTube channel. His honors include being selected as the 2023 Lloyd N. Ferguson Distinguished Lecturer by California State University – Los Angeles, winning the 2021 BEYA Admiral Michelle Howard Legacy Award, and being named to the Chemical & Engineering News “Talented 12” Class of 2018.1
As always, many thanks to Chemistry Club co-advisor Dr. Elena Keesee for curating this information for posting.