Dr James Edmondson VP Research
Bio
Dr James Edmondson BSc MPhys MSc PhD is the VP Research at IDTechEx. Having started in 2019, he oversees IDTechEx's analyst team across its research portfolio with a breadth of topics. He is responsible for the overall research direction, topics, and analyst performance for IDTechEx.
Education
James studied for his BSc MPhys in Physics at the University of Warwick, before going on to study for his MSc PhD in Analytical Science, also at the University of Warwick. His specialist area was on the use of electrochemical scanning probe microscopy techniques for mapping structure and functionality of materials at the nanoscale. He has been the lead author of publications in Applied Surface Science, ChemElectroChem, and Analytical Chemistry.
Research Field
With IDTechEx, James' personal research has focused on components, materials, and thermal management in a few markets, but prioritizing electric vehicles. James has completed reports on Thermal Management for EVs, Thermal Management for ADAS, Thermal Interface Materials, Fire Protection Materials for EVs, Materials for EV Cells and Packs, and Electric Motors for EVs.
He continues to attend events and travel to carry out research, and present IDTechEx's findings at conferences and to customers directly. He has also completed bespoke consultancy projects in these areas for companies ranging from start-ups to multinational materials companies.
Consulting
- Assessing demand growth for specific metals in electric vehicle powertrain components: An international council wanted a forecast of demand for copper created by the growth in electric vehicles and its associated infrastructure. We carried out a detailed assessment of the markets, identified and analyzed the key components using or likely to use copper, and developed various detailed market forecast scenarios.
- Benchmarking and opportunities for an electric motor technology: A manufacturer of electric motors for electric vehicles approached IDTechEx to provide an independent assessment of their technology and compare it to the options available on the market currently. This had the goal of assisting with their upcoming investment funding rounds. IDTechEx analyzed parameters including performance (power, torque density, efficiency etc.), costs and environmental impact. The motor technology was evaluated against competing market options within relevant vehicle segments (cars, trucks etc). An overview of the relevant patent landscape was provided along with total market forecasts and a specific addressable market forecast for the technology.
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Recent Work
Research Articles
- New Standards put China in the Lead for the Safest & Largest EV Market
- How EV Fire Protection Changes with Cell Chemistry
- The Evolution of the EV Battery Cover Towards Composites
- How Fire Protection for Electric 2-wheelers Differs from Cars
- 60 Second Insights: Materials for EV Battery Cells and Packs
Reports Authored
- Thermal Management for Electric Vehicles 2026-2036: Materials, Markets, and Technologies
- Composite Materials for Green Energy Markets 2026-2046: Sustainable Technologies, Players & Trends
- Aerogels 2025-2035: Technology, Market, Forecasts
- Per- and Polyfluoroalkyl Substances (PFAS) 2025: Emerging Applications, Alternatives, Regulations
- Fire Protection Materials for EV Batteries 2025-2035: Markets, Trends, and Forecasts