Dr Chris Shade

Dr Chris Shade

Founder and CEO of Quicksilver Scientific

PhD Environmental Science/Aquatic Chemistry, MEnvSc, BEnvSc 

Dr Chris Shade, PhD, founder and CEO of Quicksilver Scientific, continues to be the driving force of development and innovation. Dr Shade’s vast depth and breadth of knowledge, passion for healing, and intuitive understanding of chemistry and biology are reflected in Quicksilver Scientific’s well-designed detoxification protocols, unique supplement delivery systems, and patented mercury speciation test.  

Dr Shade is a recognized expert on mercury and liposomal delivery systems. He has lectured and trained doctors in the U.S. and internationally on the subject of mercury, heavy metals, and the human detoxification system. Dr Shade’s current focus is on the development of cutting-edge, lipid-based delivery systems for nutraceuticals, such as liposomes and micro-emulsion systems, to address the growing need for high quality, affordable detoxification solutions. 

“Improving people’s health through innovations in science and nature is my most true expression.”

 –  Dr Chris Shade

Unique Attributes

Mercury Chemistry Specialist
Dr Shade specialises in the biological, environmental, and analytical chemistry of mercury in all its forms and their interactions with sulfur compounds, particularly glutathione and its enzyme system.
Active Educator
Dr Shade is regularly sought out to speak as an educator on the topics of mercury, environmental toxicities, neuroinflammation, immune dysregulation, and the human detoxification system globally.
Detoxification Expert
Dr Shade develops cutting-edge, lipid-based delivery systems for nutraceuticals, such as liposomes and micro-emulsion systems to address the growing need for high quality, affordable detoxification solutions.

Detoxification for Immune Support

Immune supplements are important for immunity but so is clearing out the clutter in your body.  Dr Chris Shade details the importance of detoxification and how it relates to a healthy immune response.

Importance of Supplement Efficacy

Dr Chris Shade talks next generation supplement delivery – explaining the structure and function of liposomes and nanoemulsions. for enhanced supplement delivery at a cellular level.

Methylation and NAD+

Dr Chris Shade explains methylation and how it relates to the NAD+ salvage pathway. Find out why it is essential to support methylation while turning up NAD+.

Courses by Dr Christopher Shade


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