Nick Mosey

Nick Mosey is an Associate Professor in the Department of Chemistry and Associate Dean (Research) in the Faculty of Arts & Science at Queen’s University. He holds a PhD from the University of Western Ontario and completed postdoctoral research at Princeton University. His research focuses on computational and theoretical chemistry, particularly in developing simulation methods to study chemical reactions under mechanical stress and tribological conditions. Key areas include molecular dynamics, exact exchange calculations in periodic systems, and the design of electrocatalysts for fuel cells.

His work integrates method development (e.g., contracted planewave basis functions, temporal QM/MM) with applied studies in tribology (e.g., friction modifiers, lubricants) and electrocatalysis (nickel-based materials for alkaline fuel cells). He has led interdisciplinary projects involving collaborations across chemistry, materials science, and engineering. Awards include the NSERC Doctoral Prize (2007), Early Researcher Award (2009-2014), and leadership in securing funding from NSERC and Ontario government programs.

Mosey teaches courses in quantum mechanics and computational chemistry, with a focus on bridging theory and practical applications. His group has produced over 70 peer-reviewed publications and trained numerous graduate students and postdoctoral researchers. Current research emphasizes extending simulation time-scales for reactive systems and exploring novel materials for energy applications.