Exploitation of professors’ enthusiasm is the fuel that runs the academic system worldwide. I’m not exaggerating. Look up publish or perish, postdoc working conditions, grant theft by uni admins, and stagnant wages.

You have some impressive storytelling skill. Have you considered writing a book?

I’m a chemist and I really like when my friends bring me their science questions because I get to stretch my knowledge, show off a bit, and have a conversation. I’d be a little offended if I learned they googled and watched a crash course.