Chemistry Communication (IMAGE) American University Caption We may associate images like this with chemistry, but all of us “eat, breathe, sleep, and work in a world of chemicals,” says Matt Hartings, assistant professor of chemistry. Credit American University. Usage Restrictions None License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.