Knighthood for The Professor

[@MikadoOkami]

most youtube channels get a play button. no, prof. poliakoff get's knighted.

[@morwen2543]

MikadoOkami

[@d1v1k40]

Sir prof poliakoff to you

[@MarkTuchinsky]

Going to be sent a gold one soon.

[@eldritchzero]

Comment 666

[@bailey125]

1K likes

[@HPetch]

Sir Martyn Poliakoff, Knight of the Periodic Table. Has a nice ring to it!

[@luisdaniel9542]

+HPetch You mean Professor Sir Martyn Poliakoff

[@CatnamedMittens]

Groans and eye rolls.

[@buffbrad8403]

Dr p

[@kjamison5951]

Of Chem-a-lot...

[@scourageliquidater1590]

Of Chemestemere

[@periodicvideos]

Hi everyone - it's not really possible to reply to all your very kind comments, but we are reading them!!!

[@DampeS8N]

Add another congrats to the list! Well deserved!

[@pedroff_1]

***** He is the best...

[@R0AHN]

I am delighted to see Sir Martyn recognized for his work! Thank you for all you have done. You have touched many lives and sparked the curiosity of both young and old.

[@KhanggiTanka]

Congratulations Sir Martyn Poliakoff.

[@mandolinsara]

Congratulations Sir Martyn!!!!

[@OrchestrationOnline]

A true gentleman, knighthood or not.

[@mothtv]

Absolutely. A true human being.

[@kevinchen8325]

Hello!

[@OrchestrationOnline]

@@kevinchen8325 Hi Kevin.

[@greendeane1]

On a lower level but along the same line... when I was an undergraduate I had a part-time job with the college and had to call college deans and my name was Dean. So I would place the call and say to the secretary "this is Dean Jones and I'd like to talk to Dean Smith" and I would get through immediately.

[@ric84]

haha thats funny

[@baderalalami8278]

😂😂😂😂😂That's nice 😂😂

[@ericpraline]

Laughed so hard

[@michaelesposito2629]

Omg I just laughed out loud so hard.

[@dharnasahu2506]

Omg thats amazing

[@Hidden_Seeker_]

Congratulations Professor Sir Martyn Poliakoff.

[@joejoe4games]

I don't know how it works in britain but shouldn't the "Doctor" be in there somewhere ?

[@gownerjones2]

Martyn, actually.

[@ehaslage]

***** The doctor is assumed in the professor.

[@joejoe4games]

Eli Haslage ah ok I wasn't sure since I've heard "Professor-Doctor-X" a few times

[@HaemDream]

***** Swagfessor Martyn

[@DanielRenardAnimation]

This really warmed my heart, going into 2015 knowing such a wonderful person has received this greatly deserved recognition for his work and dedication. Congratulations Professor _Sir_ Martyn Poliakoff!

[@Reach1335]

Sir Martyn the first KZbin Knight

[@thehunterishunted]

Doesnt mean there arent keyboard warriors

[@decyrano]

But, does he say NEEE!!! ?

[@skatterpro]

@@decyrano No. He says Ekki-Ekki-Ekki-Ekki-PTANG. Zoom-Boing. Z'nourrwringmm.

[@The_Gray_Fox947]

The only true knights are those that NEE

[@couldntthinkofaname_1]

This dude had a dope fro ever since he was a teen lol

[@Bertydude]

thx for the laugh

[@jamiekoenigstaff2533]

Sir Martyn of the Dope 'Fro!

[@rewrose2838]

It's not a fro though , it's Einstein rocker

[@Daniel-ou4fb]

He's also looked 75 since he was a teen!

[@jamesa7506]

That's PROFESSOR SIR Dude... if you don't mind.

[@Tutatsuta]

One thing never changes for Sir Martin, The hair!

[@zenthrosrion9147]

Martyn

[@tlpricescope7772]

He’s like Brian May

[@Schrauberella]

This is basically the Crown of Intelligence - only the biggest geniuses like Einstein and our dear Professor Sir Martyn get awarded by Mother Nature!

[@Tutatsuta]

@@Schrauberella How I wish I had that Crown…

[@jolulipa]

Sir Martyn, you might not be aware of this, but in certain island in the Caribbean, one who doesn't even speak your language, there are a huge amount of followers of your videos and a new and different love for chemistry has arise. At my university, the degree in Chemistry Engineering has had a rise in students. Please be proud of what you have done. In the future there might be a lot of chemists in a developing country who owe you that much. Enhorabuena!

[@AiOCrlJaPT]

Congratulations Sir Doctor Professor Martyn Poliakoff.

[@river1403]

AiOCrlJaPT The “Professor” title overrides the “Doctor” title.

[@quickminutetv4170]

To me, Commander of the British Empire overrides everything, including Queen of England lol

[@archockencanto1645]

@@quickminutetv4170 Hahaha yeah what's up with that title? Sounds more important than the King, similar to emperor.

[@brainiac75]

Congratulations Sir Martyn and a Happy New Year! Very well deserved. The best bit is that I'm sure you will not change your attitude at all. Your attitude comes from the heart and this is not changed by titles.

[@Chris-hx9zf]

I go to the Uni, and study Biochemistry and Genetics. Although I don't have you for a lecturer I have seen you at the train station and walking down to chemistry from my bike and it always brings me a smile. I never say Hi, but everytime I see you I fear it may be a missed opportunity to speak to a great man. Perhaps one day for a single lecture I may have you and then I will try my best to ask a good question so I may spend a few minutes talking, to now Sir Martyn. Congratulations

[@c.w.1797]

I would have no fear to talk to such an kind person like the professor.

[@petejt]

Chris Graham Just go up to Martyn and say g'day. I'm sure he'd appreciate it.

[@utherenow]

Breath deep...take your chance ... don't wait. (Advice from old person)

[@raymondhoyland61]

Your are fortunate ...I'm in America

[@samueladams1775]

Just walk up and say and tell him you enjoy what he does on KZbin etc... Just don't get all gushy.

[@Debbie321lopez]

Martyn's wiki looks interesting. Starting with the first line. Sir Martyn Poliakoff Kt CBE CChem FRS FRSC FIChemE (born 16 December 1947)

[@TheBadassTonberry]

If he were Austrian or German, the first paragraph would be his academic titles and the second paragraph his name. Yes, Austrians and Germans really do love their titles that much...

[@tonybates9107]

Saggitarians rule!

[@jaggonjaggon7695]

@@TheBadassTonberry Austrians much more.

[@TheBadassTonberry]

@@jaggonjaggon7695 That is true.

[@emilychb6621]

@@TheBadassTonberry That's not true actually. The opposite. Just look up the Wikipedia article of random professors. It'll list their full name, and then mention that they are a professor. For example: Sucharit Bhakdi (thailändisch สุจริต ภักดี [sut̚˨˩.t͡ɕa˨˩.rit̚˨˩ pʰak̚˦˥.diː˧]; * 1. November 1946 in Washington, D.C.) ist ein deutscher Facharzt für Mikrobiologie und Infektionsepidemiologie. Er ist emeritierter Professor der Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz And someone you are meeting outside of a formal context would considered extremely arrogant for insisting on being called their title. Like if you are doing some random hobby, or meat someone having drinks or whatever. They'd never insist on their titles being used unless they are a pompous arsehole.

[@MrTheWaterbear]

Sir Martin is so fantastically humble that the video almost contains more background and reactions from other Knights than Sir Martin himself :)

[@blueandwhite01]

What an incredibly, incredibly lovely man. Humanity would be such a credit to the universe if everyone was like him.

[@maxq-]

it's nice to see sir martyn rocking the "chemfro" even in his youth

[@fpdiscopenguin]

I've watched almost the whole periodic table videos and now it keeps throwing other videos at me. Didn't know he was a Sir. If I had a cap, I would tip it to you Sir. But I get the impression you are a humble man, and probably wouldn't acknowledge it. You will live forever in KZbin educational videos.

[@nialldevlin6728]

Couldn't be bestowed on a more deserving or humble man. Well done Professor Sir Martyn!

[@AliMoeeny]

Hey, everybody is being mentioned except Brady himself.

[@periodicvideos]

Ali Moeeny Don't worry, I've been mentioned far more than I deserve... Brady

[@albinoman13bt]

***** Martyn did mention some pride in the fact it's probably the first mention of KZbin while being knighted. Modesty aside, you're a big part of that and you really do deserve the credit you're given. So, congratulations Sir Martyn and thank you Brady. I'm especially fond of Deep Sky Videos and Sixty Symbols myself.

[@sabin97]

***** you are an important part of all those projects, you connect the scientists with us. and you ask very good questions. i think i speak on behalf of the internet when i say we are all grateful for your work and congratulations to the professor.

[@xyz.ijk.]

I'm betting he mentioned you and you edited yourself out. I know that such modesty seems becoming, but we would have enjoyed celebrating appreciation for what you do.

[@WomanNextDoor]

Such a lovely, laid-back man. Many belated congratulations on your knighthood, Sir Martyn. Richly deserved.

[@Phil0690]

Such a breath of fresh air on youtube. Love this man and his attitude.

[@dethaddr]

This is absolutely, positively 100% the most humble man on Planet Earth. I'm Honored that he's documented so much of his work here for us to learn from and enjoy!

[@harleygato4874]

Well earned, I am a plumber in the US and Sir Martyn has inspired me to further my education. Thank you for you making chemistry live for me.

[@PSIponies]

You're the coolest person ever, I swear.

[@dotjretion]

***** I'd recognise that flag anywhere! **plays Sealand national anthem**

[@karigreyd2808]

I have to say I think he deserves it. I like anyone who loves their work. congratulations

[@Cream147player]

I've watched your videos for many years now and when I saw this news, I was delighted for you. Whilst some are against the British honours system for one reason or another (usually to do with the monarchy), I consider it just a great way to recognise people for their achievements. It's so nice to see someone like you being recognised in this way - you deserve it.

[@LearnEnglishESL]

Congratulations to Professor Poliakoff and his worthy supporters in receiving such a great honor and joining such a high rank. As a teacher from across the pond, I find the historic A - Z list of recipients for Knighthood a very diverse and most admirable group. I was gladdened to find the the name of Abdu’l-Baha, a Central Figure of the Baha'i Faith, at the very top of the list. During World War I when a blockade threatened the lives of many civilians in Haifa, Abdu’l-Baha saved them from starvation. He personally organized extensive agricultural operations near Tiberias, stored wheat underground and distributed it to the inhabitants. At war’s end, in recognition of His painstaking accomplishments, He was knighted Sir Abdu’l-Baha ‘Abbas, K.B.E on 27 April 1920 at the British Governor's residence in Haifa at a ceremony held in His honor.

[@kyle_mk17]

He 1000% deserves that award.

[@collinbardini]

Congratulations Professor Sir Martyn Poliakoff! If anyone deserves this honor it surely is you!

[@bccollective388]

"who are you, who is so wise in the ways of science?"

[@sujalshetty5986]

Sir Doctor Professor Martyn Poliakoff.

[@StabbyJoe135]

Very small rocks

[@TakenTooSeriously]

Professor Dr. Sir Martyn Poliakoff

[@Willam_J]

Those who have a passion for their area of science and take the time to share their knowledge and get others excited about science are the true heroes of our society. Instead, we celebrate athletes and celebrities. I became interested in electronics when I was 9 years old. (I'm 49 now.) If it wasn't for adults, who were much more knowledgeable than I was, taking time out of their lives to foster and sustain my interest, I wouldn't be were I am today. I am an electronics engineer and have had an incredibly rewarding career. The most exciting part of my life has been being able to help younger people get interested in science. No matter which area of science you pursue, you will be exposed to other areas. Ten years ago, I became employed at a chemical company. I had forgotten most of the chemistry from my early education, but because of videos like these, I'm able to perform my job with greater understanding, efficiency and, most of all, safety for myself and others. Every year, our life expectancy increases because of science. The iPad I am typing this on wouldn't be possible without science. Unfortunately, here in the U.S., people are more interested in what the Kardashians are doing, instead of what the latest advancements in science are. For those of us who's career is based in science, it's our responsibility to ignite the passion for science in our younger generation. Societies advance because of science.... not because your favorite sports team won a title. I dream of a world where scientists get the 50 million dollar contracts instead of athletes. Sir Martyn Poliakoff, I bow to you, in reverence, for your accomplishments and for your passion to share your knowledge and passion for science. P.S. You rock that hair like no one else could!!! :-)

[@danielyanezgarrido]

Imagine if all his followers would meet him at a public event, he would be cheered like a rockstar !

[@mist8k]

Congrats!

[@finerz321]

Oh hey Andy! Never would've guessed seeing you here!

[@sirjaunty1]

What an absolute uplifting and warming upload. You utterly deserve this title. I have always had an interest in chemistry, but alas my life didn't take that path. Having discovered Sir Martyn, I cannot begin to articulate how much delight it is to listen to him and his wonderful quirky, erudite and comprehensive explanation of each upload subject. And, what an antidote to the foul mouthed, utter stupidity of Celebrity Big Brother.

[@KarlLucasMalota]

Congratulations Sir Martyn. We are just awaiting new element named Poliakoffium :) Hey-dee-ho!

[@DevilMaster]

*element

[@KarlLucasMalota]

Noted.

[@unvergebeneid]

Let's wait with that for a while please. Given that elements can't be named after living persons I mean.

[@Gorpinster]

Penny Lane Except Seaborg!

[@bw0n6]

Penny Lane You should watch the Seaborgium periodic video, Glenn Seaborg was still alive when it was named in his honour.

[@DBuilder1977]

So very happy for Prof Sir Martyn Poliakoff, our dearly and deeply loved kind professor of our hearts. Kindest regards from Greece.

[@patbrown2227]

Congratulations Professor Sir Martyn Poliakoff!!!!, I have watched your videos for the last year or so after introduction to your and Brady's work by my beloved son who is in his last year of pre-med. I know without doubt that you have been an inspiration to my only and beloved son to carry on with his pre-med education. This new honor of Knighthood (quite possibly the first associated with being an educator with a very wide youtube following) will help to expand your admirable mission to spread your very infectious love of Chemistry and the physical world to young people. Well done Sir Martyn!!! Thank You Sir!!!!!

[@dayfizz663]

hello, sir Martyn. I would like to thank you for raising my interest in the art of chemistry and for reigniting my love for science

[@EmmanuelAyegba]

This makes me so happy. Congratulations Sir Martyn.

[@jackt3356]

Woo! Congrats professor

[@cr0nosphere]

***** "professor sir" actually

[@cr0nosphere]

***** :-) i was just playing anyways.

[@RadagonTheRed]

Such a fitting honour. I have an enormous amount of respect for Sir Poliakoff. He is spectacular and his enthusiasm and passion for chemistry is utterly contagious.

[@trevorh1113]

Thank you Sir Martyn for all of your contributions to sustainable chemistry, and for being a science ambassador for the UK! We all appreciate what you do for us viewers, and what you do behind the scenes. Thank you, Brady, and everyone else who works at Nottingham for taking some time out of your day to show us how the world goes 'round.

[@MrBGeonzon]

That has to be one of the coolest awards ever. Think of his title now. "Sir Martyn Polaikoff Ph.D"

[@theKashConnoisseur]

Sir Martyn Poliakoff, Ph.D, CBE :D

[@subjectline]

HamburgerFeet Yes - for the assistance of Americans and other foreigners, a "Sir" behaves differently from other titles in that it always and only attaches itself directly to the given name. They stick together and everything else has to go on the ends ;)

[@MrBGeonzon]

subjectline I didn't know the title "Sir" was attached directly to the person name. I guess learned something today. (correction made.)

[@JoQeZzZ]

Congratulations! And when will you be getting yours, Brady?

[@mulreay]

Well never as he's not British but I get the sentiment.

[@darraghtate440]

Mulreay I wonder how Bob Geldoff got one then. I know next to nothing about the workings of British Aristocracy, to be clear.

[@mulreay]

Darragh Tate My bad I should have stated 'UK' rather than 'British'.

[@fr0nage]

***** He can be, the Australian Prime Minister reinstated knighthoods in Aus.

[@darraghtate440]

Mulreay Oh, that wasn't the source of my confusion, it was that Bob Geldoff, a man who is in now way from the UK - and also not from Britain - , somehow got a knighthood, which I am now led too believe requires somebody to be from Britain or the Commonwealth.

[@Ni9kye]

Well done Sir Martyn. Your one of the few who can make Chemistry sound intresting, which of corse it is. Kindest Wishes Nick

[@christianeichenlaub1149]

I love this guy. Obviously a successful genius but so modest and just plain wonderful

[@madmarkthepyro5247]

Sir Martyn I never dreamed in my life I would ever even remotely be interested in Chemistry. But I stumbled on to your video's. And now found my self very drown to the information you share with us.I would like to thank you and congratulate you for your service and Night Hood.

[@ornotermes]

Now he can call him self a night of the periodic table.

[@creatiph]

Congratulations Sir ! Is there a next level after knighthood or did you reach max XP ? :D

[@danielgch2]

Emperor is higher.en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Knight

[@UPandUNDER]

he is top of the highscores in chemistry, he hit 200mil xp

[@dr.johnh.watson2444]

There can be just the Nobel prize.

[@TheCardiffMafia]

Well if you take it literally, Lord is higher but to become a lord usually means Lots of money and be a land owner.

[@theKashConnoisseur]

Baron,Viscount, Count, Marquiss... The good Sir isn't done yet!

[@newperve]

But won't your mail be uncomfortable to wear in the lab?

[@andresmartinezramos7513]

Michael Price At least he is protected by a Faraday suit...

[@Broadica]

Now he has an excuse to reveal the mithril mail he duplicated from a certain old tale.

[@raymondhoyland61]

Haha..Micheal iu idjit!!!

[@robinblankenship9234]

My family comes from Haltwhistle, a long, long, long time ago. I wish they had stayed and I could have had you for a chemistry professor. Sir Martyn, you videos are most illuminating and a deep delight. Congratulations on your elevation, sir!!!

[@greenbanana311]

Congratulations SIR Martyn! As an American viewer, I am profoundly proud of you: I have watched so many Periodic Videos that, alas, I've run out of new videos to watch and enjoy, but This news thrills me! All my best wishes, Ryan Harrelson, MD in Bend, Oregon, USA

[@JerkerMontelius]

Congratulations Sir Martin. Please do a series on organic chemistry compounds.

[@johnclavis]

Sir Martyn can now join the illustrious ranks of the knighthood, along with Sir Tificate of Authenticity, Count Backwards from Ten and Baron Wasteland! Congratulations, Sir!

[@bismuth8387]

Now we need to get you to 1 million subscribers so that you get the gold plaque.

[@n00bspanker]

Stay humble. The best life lesson I've ever received and I'm glad Martyn is emparting this message.

[@tomsbunk3790]

The effort he and his chemist team to the people of the world is more important for them to teach us how important chemistry is as long as others studies in our life....keep continuing your job professor...

[@StreuB1]

This was so awesome to watch!!! :-D

[@keikotheone1]

Brady, can you please tell me where I can get the t-shirt of Sir Martyn making the devil horns. My fiancé and I are super huge fans and would love to wear those for our wedding coming up.

[@periodicvideos]

Erika Rodriguez store.dftba.com/products/the-professor-shirt - make sure you send us a pic! ;)

[@periodicvideos]

Erika Rodriguez store.dftba.com/products/the-professor-shirt - make sure you send us a pic! ;)

[@alexandrugheorghe5610]

***** Hi! Is it possible to have a new design where the tie has the elements? There are no elements on Prof's tie!

[@SkullTraill]

+Erika Rodriguez Being a fan of a legend such as Sir Martyn? That's cool. Wearing his devil horns t-shirt for your wedding? That's just cringe.

[@MicroBlogganism]

Congratulation _Sir_!

[@chilledoutpaul]

Hi Sir martin no one deserves the recognition more than you, it really touched my heart and brought a tear to my eye. CONGRATULATIONS SIR AND LADY POLIAKOFF and to your family too x

[@ekb9845]

Congratulations Sir Martyn. You're a wonderful inspiration to myself, my inner circle and many many others around the world. I hope you will continue to bring pride to your brilliant colleagues and the University of Nottingham.

[@ybra]

6:13 Surly if a wife gets the title of "lady", a husband should be a "gentleman"?

[@ieuanhunt552]

Nope Lord. So it goes lady and gentleman Lord and Lady.It is a proper noun

[@owenb111]

Don't call me surely!

[@isupermandude]

The Holy MOTHER Aaayyy, that Aeroplane reference!

[@__RD14533]

John Smith Calme down calme down! Get ahold of yourself! *slaps you in the face*

[@FalFolklore]

OwenBruch22 I'll handle this. Calm down! slaps John Smith in the face

[@BassDat33]

now its SIR PROFESSOR

[@MedEighty]

According to the official website of the British monarchy: "...he would be expected to have the financial ability to support the honour of knighthood, so that he could provide himself with arms, armour, horses and the required number of armed followers to render military service to his Sovereign for a minimum period each year." I think, as a first step, you should upgrade the two chains to full-on chainmail. :)

[@DusteDdekay]

Congratulations dear Martyn, it is well deserved, you and the team behind Periodic Videos are doing us all a great favour. I am always delighted to watch them, even when my understanding of the subject is too narrow to comprehend everything told.

[@felixu95]

Congratulations to Sir Poliakoff, it's truly great to see someone like the professor be recognized in such a manner, he truly deserves it.

[@BeastOrGod]

OMG! Sir Martyn!? Congratulations! All you need is an armor that you should wear during videos! PLS, DO ONE VIDEO WITH ARMOR ON!

[@butterflygroundhog]

it is nice to see that our long hours of butt sitting on our couch looking at this channel was worth something :D

[@solidsnake2112]

The real question is, what would Sir Martyn have his armour made of? Perhaps titanium?

[@liquidocelot5976]

Livermorium Tungsten Carbide

[@_tyrannus]

+SolidSnake2948 Feynmanium. :)

[@TheMinecraftJockey]

Aurum?

[@rcksnxc361]

Poliakoffium perhaps?

[@sidharthcs2110]

SolidSnake2948 it's vodkium

[@linneakoons3955]

It is terrific to see such a wonderful professor rewarded for being a gifted teacher!

[@hannahberrios152]

I just recently started watching Periodic Videos, so I have a lot of catching up to do. I very much enjoy watching Professor Poliakoff's videos and want to congratulate him on receiving Knighthood! Even though I am not a scientist, I have to say that Professor Poliakoff is the kind of educator that I would have loved to have as a teacher when I was younger. He is very inspiring, down to earth and knowledgeable. I can watch these videos for hours on end. Fascinating topics and very educational. Congratulations again, Sir Martyn!

[@Kaynos]

I had no interest for chemistry until i found your channel Professor. Wish i had professors like you during my school years, it probably would have been a lot more interseting and congratulation for your knighthood.

[@TheRealSkeletor]

But how will he fit his hair under a Knight's helmet?

[@lazzaleppi5285]

Men like the Professor are worth more than an army of military Knights. Instead of destruction, he creates.

[@JAPANattacks]

+Lazza Leppi and he has the ability to create by the sacrifice of those military men. I agree the Prof is a great guy.

[@andro7x]

Martin, you and your team got me (and thousands of others) hooked on Periodic table of videos. Thanks for that.

[@randywhite6468]

It couldn't happen to a nicer guy. What an honor. Congratulations Sir Martyn Poliakoff. You are an inspiration to us all....

[@frankhaugen]

Though Norway is a monarchy, we don't have a nobility apart from the royal family. The bestowing of titles, knighthoods and similar, is not a "regular thing" here, so it has no value, (no social protocols). However, the British system, as practiced now, is great for recognising achievement, in a cheap but meaningful way. Having someone who calls themselves "sir", or being presented as "sir", will be noticed. Too bad the professor isn't working on something extraordinary, so he could receive a Nobel's Price (the ultimate honour a scientist can receive)

[@Quantiad]

Does St Olav love warm hugs ... Hehe

[@Chrnan6710]

wazzmastermax Norway knighted a penguin and his name is Sir Nils Olav

[@EvanOfTheDarkness]

He still have time to invent something for the before the Nobel prize is awarded.

[@gooscarguitar]

Nobel's *Price*?

[@gooscarguitar]

***** He wrote it as Nobel's Price. I know what it actually is

[@LizardKing1086]

Who are these 32 people who disliked this video?! Boo these people. . . BOOO. . . BOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO

[@Arcsecant]

Reece Carroll Knaves...

[@telluride3577]

wITCHES!

[@benyahun]

They are Australians trying to like the video

[@zynko1234]

"Sir Martin". That's way too cool. :D

[@NorthForkFisherman]

Congratulations on the Honors. I'm glad to see such good work recognized and rewarded. My best to you and all your staff and we all hope to see more in the future. Keep us asking questions!

[@tmartins72]

Well deserved to one of the humblest educators of the internet. You reach many people all over the globe - I watch you frequently all the way from the tip of Africa. From an ordinary Martins, to an extraordinary and inspiring fell of science; a professor who was smart enough to heed advice from your young son. We salute you, ....cheers Sir Martyn!!!!

[@Lobosatirico]

Congrats! Sir Professor Doctor Martyn Poliakoff! (Damn, too long hah)

[@peggyt5409]

😂 I use my doctorate to the same effect 😂

[@Martial-Mat]

Congratulations on the recognition Martyn, but the idea of an unelected monarch deigning to "honour" the little people is abhorrent. Had Martin received the honour from the British Chemist's, or KZbin Educators, or Former Pupils Committee, it would count for farrr more. Awards such as this are frequently decided by the ignorant, and subject to politics.

[@swanclipper]

or your negativity supersedes your appreciation for the achievement, the professor worked long and hard to share his knowledge with the rest of us, and he articulated himself brilliantly, most professors don't have the approach sir martyn has, especially over youtube where questions are rarely answered by the prof himself. to be recognised by "royalty" means your work intrigues and interests those with power. the youtube thing is brady's baby, the channels and the professors, the students the experiments are all thanks to brady, ontop of that sir martyn has shown us rare materials and sensitive compounds with great accuracy and amazingly conversing with the camera so freely it's like he's right there. but yeah you're right a crappy youtube association will definitely improve his status, not to mention the incredible satisfaction for receiving a cardboard reward from a cheap site making money from ideas by the public. ooh, did i forget to mention youtube is a pyramid scheme stealing money from the public. if any of these youtubers were actually making gold, they'd work in the real world earning real rewards, think about it, youtube makes money from people playing games and then more people watching those videos and trying to copy them, thus youtube makes more money from ads on unknown channels (who activate them too early) a couple of thousand respectable youtubers and the rest is just a feed bag for youtube, but yeah a youtube reward will benefit sir martyn "farrr more". so it takes ignorant people in politics to recognise sir martyn? or does it take years of dedication? youtube for a few years....versus a lifetime of work..... hmmmm *I WONDER WHICH ONE IS THE BETTER ACCOLADE* .

[@Martial-Mat]

swanclipper"or your negativity supersedes your appreciation for the achievement" That's because Martyn's achievement is trivial compared to the greater issue of whether or not an unelected, unwanted monarch loooong past her sell-by date should give out awards chosen by others to the little people. You obviously have childish anti-capitalist issues with youtube, even as you use their service to watch some of the greatest minds on the planet for free. Hypocrite much? And no, the queen's "honours" have been shown time and again to be wildly misplaced, frequently political, and emblematic of a system of patronage that is centuries out of date.

[@Rashik30]

Mat Broomfield Actually, the British Monarch is very wanted. Check on CPGrays videos on the subject. Much British land not only legally belongs to the monarchs but also they are a gold mine for tourists.

[@Martial-Mat]

Rashik30 How can anything legally belong to people that was originally taken by force? Britain's entire history is one of civil and international conquest. The fact that many people want the monarchy carries no weight. Racism is very wanted too. As for them being a gold mine for tourists, that would be fine if their position was 100% symbolic, but it's not. Turn them into a self sustaining business - if they earn their own upkeep and that of all their properties, then I have less problem.

[@AschKris]

Mat Broomfield The world's greatests countries in terms of scientific and cultural output (The Roman Empire, al-Andalus and moorish North Africa, the early Spanish Empire, Victorian Britain, Ming China, etc), were based on a history of conquests, they also happened to be kingdoms or empires, so being ruled by a king, queen, emperor, dictator, etc, is not, by itself, a bad thing.

[@swappimittal4336]

I realised this now, but i have listened to sir martyn more than my own grand father, then I realised how much of my interest in chemistry was inspired by these videos. Thank you so much

[@NibNumbly]

Congratulations Sir Martyn. It is an honor well-deserved. The Periodic Videos have greatly improved my understanding and appreciation of the world around me. I would like to thank you and all that make the videos possible.

[@sin21ful]

I also find it great that he's always had the hair.

[@captainjsteel3745]

In a world where I am disappointed in human activity on a daily basis, this made me smile. Well deserved. Congratulations Sir Martyn.

[@pixartist8190]

What an honour. I'm from Germany and a Sir is probably just as respected here as he is in the UK. Great work, I enjoy your videos thoroughly!

[@atrumluminarium]

Congratulations Sir Martyn! It's truly an honor to be tought chemistry by a knight and I honestly cannot thank him enough for the times when I looked up the videos to use as study aid for my exams in the past.

[@TheF3AR98]

He totally deserves it because he is a true chemist loyal, experiensted and bonded to science. I wish all professors had his energy and will to offer education and knowledge to other people.

[@GSGHenrietta]

This channel and all the presenters, especially the professor, give me hope in humanity. Thank you for brightening my days with knowledge and humor.

[@stevetproject]

A really lovely man, I've watch the Periodic videos for many years. Sir Martyn is truly deserving of the honour...🙏❤️

[@AussieEvonne]

Congratulations to you, Professor Sir Martyn Poliakoff and to your whole team, and to Brady and all at Periodic Videos. Great news. I'm chuffed for you all.

[@porterporter5506]

it's people like you, willing to do these videos, that help the general public, who, is interested, yet lacking means of knowledge, and or help understanding this information, that is all helping all types of people to be more interested, and more willing to pursue science as a career or at least a way to understand there own planet and own molecular make up as a person . thank you

[@Kevin-wo3kp]

Wow. I'm so pleased that a genuine chap has got this distinction. Very Well Done, Sir Martyn!