Derek Muller Muller in 2016 Born Derek Muller (1982-11-09) 9 November 1982 Traralgon, Victoria, Australia Residence Los Angeles, California, US Citizenship Australian Canadian Alma mater Queen's University (B.Sc) University of Sydney (PhD) Occupation Science communicator, filmmaker and television presenter. Known for Vlogging, television presenter Notable work Veritasium Television Catalyst Awards First prize, Science Online Cyberscreen Science Film Festival (2012) Australian Webstream Awards for Best Educational & Lifestyle Series 2013 Australian Department of Innovation Nanotechnology Film Competition Website veritasium.com