Divine Chemistry
A doctor of theoretical chemistry and professor at Boston University, Dr. Abrams opens up about how he found his way to Jewish observance and now paves the path for others to follow.
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Rabbi Dr. Binyomin Abrams is a Chabad chossid and chemistry professor at Boston University. His pursuit of Judaism and Jewish studies began while working on his Ph.D. in Theoretical Physical Chemistry at New York University. He has been honored with numerous awards at Boston University including the 2010 Templeton Award for Excellence in student advising, the 2015 Metcalf Prize for Excellence in Teaching, and the 2021 Gitner Family Award for Innovation in Teaching with Technology. Rabbi Dr. Abrams lives in Boston with his wife and daughters.
Chana Weisberg is host of the Ordinary People, Extraordinary Stories podcast and curator of advanced learning experiences on Chabad.org. She lectures internationally on issues relating to women, relationships, meaning, self-esteem and the Jewish soul. She is the author of six books. Her latest book, Shabbat Delights, is a two-volume series on the weekly Torah portion.
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Wow! I won’t pretend I understand everything he said but I did enjoy the interview. I love hearing how people become Chabad later in life. Thanks Chana!