According to Scientific American, Pope Francis has a master's degree in chemistry. Although there have been numerous prominent Jesuit scientists through the ages, this is the first time one with a background specifically in chemistry has been chosen to lead the Catholic Church.
It will be interesting to hear his opinions on scientific topics, particularly those that have been debated by the Church for hundreds of years. Do you have any expectations or ideas about what Pope Francis might have to say regarding science or how having a chemist as a pope might affect Vatican policy?
