Posted by Matthew Atha (Independent Drug Monitoring Unit) on February 05, 1998 at 22:10:19:
I was shocked to read of Nicholas' untimely death. We had only spoken or corresponded a few times, but his research input will be sadly missed.
As an independent research consultant dedicated to providing up to date, detailed, and accurate information on illicit drugs, I have always considered Nicholas to be a fellow spirit in the wilderness of independent drug research, and I invariably quote his research findings in writing reports for the courts in ecstasy cases.
I am keen to provide assistance, if possible, in continuing his testing program, if no one else wishes or is able to do so. I feel that his legacy should be a tester in every club! IDMU will soon be making an application to the Home Office for a licence to collect drug samples for testing and research purposes, in the hope of offering a comprehensive independent testing service.
Any offers of advice or assistance would be appreciated via e-mail - idmu@netgates.co.uk