Nick Molden recognised as Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry
Nick Molden FRSC
We are delighted to share that Emissions Analytics founder and CEO, Nick Molden, has been admitted as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry (FRSC).
Fellowship is awarded to those who have made an outstanding contribution to the chemical sciences. Nick’s admission recognises his pioneering work to expand the boundaries of real-world environmental testing, particularly in relation to vehicle emissions, tyre wear particles and indoor air quality.
“This Fellowship reflects a commitment I made five years ago to build world-leading capability in analytical chemistry that could uncover the full environmental impact of vehicles. From tyres to fuels to air quality, we’ve developed original methods, filed patents and conducted over a thousand advanced tests to turn complex chemistry into meaningful action.” - Nick Molden
Over the last five years, Nick has spearheaded Emissions Analytics’ strategic expansion into analytical chemistry, with a focus on quantifying and communicating the real-world environmental impacts of vehicles and materials. This work includes developing novel methodologies for the chemical analysis of tyres, fuels, exhaust and indoor air, using advanced techniques such as two-dimensional gas chromatography and time-of-flight mass spectrometry (GCxGC-TOF-MS).
Critical Mass
Through this work, Nick is an author on many peer-reviewed papers, led the development of standardised test protocols and built a dedicated team of researchers and analysts. He continues to drive the company’s testing capability into new areas, including soil and water.
“By choice, I run a specialist team at Emissions Analytics. These specialists are picked not just for their skills but also their understanding of our mission to reveal real-world vehicle pollution.” - Nick Molden
In addition to his scientific work, Nick plays a leading role in public engagement. He is co-author of Critical Mass, a book written with Professor Felix Leach (University of Oxford), which presents a compelling case for using vehicle weight as a proxy for environmental impact. He has also given evidence to legislative bodies, including the UK Parliament and the European Parliament, while he also serves as an expert witness in major international legal cases.
Professor Felix Leach & Nick Molden FRSC
“I’m honoured to be admitted as a Fellow of the Royal Society of Chemistry. This recognition reflects not only my personal journey into analytical science but the extraordinary efforts of the team at Emissions Analytics. By applying advanced chemical analysis to real-world problems, from tyre emissions to indoor air quality, we’re helping to reveal the hidden impacts of everyday products and push for constructive, evidence-based solutions.” - Nick Molden.
Nick holds an Honorary Senior Research Fellowship at Imperial College London and actively collaborates with more than 20 universities around the world. He is the founder and programme lead of the Tyre Emissions & Sustainability conference series in Europe and the US, which brings together global experts to share insights and solutions in this critical and emerging field.
From exposing diesel vehicle emissions during the ‘Dieselgate’ scandal to driving new standards for tyre testing and consumer diagnostics, Nick continues to champion independent science and constructive dialogue. His FRSC recognition reflects not only his personal commitment to evidence-based environmental improvement but also the growing importance of chemistry in addressing today’s most urgent air quality and sustainability challenges.
