Publications / Scientific contributions / Achievements

Scientific publications

85. Gijsman, P. (2023). Polymer Stabilization. Applied Plastics Engineering Handbook (Third Edition), 499-526. https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-88667-3.00027-8
84. Hamid Seyed Khabbaz, Ruben Demets, Markus Gahleitner, Bernadette Duscher, Rachel Stam, Andona Dimitrova, Rudinei Fiorio, Pieter Gijsman, Kim Ragaert, Ali Gooneie, Rheological Insights into the Degradation Behavior of PP/HDPE Blends, Polymer Degradation and Stability, 2024, 110819, ISSN 0141-3910, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2024.110819

83. Pieter Gijsman, Rudinei Fiorio, Long term thermo-oxidative degradation and stabilization of polypropylene (PP) and the implications for its recyclability, Polymer Degradation and Stability, Volume 208, 2023, 110260, https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2023.110260 (open access)

82. Pieter Gijsman, Polymer Stabilization (2023) Applied Plastics Engineering Handbook: Processing, Sustainability, Materials, and Applications, pp. 499-526. DOI: 10.1016/B978-0-323-88667-3.00027-8

81. P. Gijsman, G. Hensen, M. Mak, Thermal initiation of the oxidation of thermoplastic polymers (Polyamides, Polyesters and UHMwPE) Polymer Degradation and Stability, Volume 183,2021,109452. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2020.109452

80. J. Rommens, and S. De Backer, Chemours Belgium; P. Gijsman and L. Molhoek, DSM Netherlands THE LASTING IMPACT OF TITANIUM DIOXIDE A better understanding of how TiO2 affects powder-coat weathering EUROPEAN COATINGS JOURNAL 04, 2020, 30-36

79. P. Gijsman, Polymer stabilization, In: Myer Kutz Editor, Handbook of Environmental Degradation of Materials third Edition, 2018, by Elsevier, pp 369-395. https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-52472-8.00018-6

78. S. Al-Malaika, P. Dubois, P. Gijsman, H. Zahalka, Polymers, environment and sustainable developments: Opportunities and recommendations for the coming decade, Polymer Degradation and Stability, Volume 143, 2017, Pages 104-105. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2017.06.021 (open access)

77. P. Gijsman, A review on the mechanism of action and applicability of Hindered Amine Stabilizers, Polymer Degradation and Stability, 145 (2017) 2-10. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2017.05.012

76. P. Gijsman, M. Diepens and L. Molhoek, Outdoor Florida versus accelerated weathering mechanisms of white pigmented powder coatings, submitted for publication Polymer Degradation and Stability

75. P. Gijsman, Polymer stabilization, In: Myer Kutz Editor, Applied Plastics Engineering Handbook Second Edition, 2017, by Elsevier, pp 395-421.

https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-0-323-39040-8.00018-3

74. P. Gijsman, W. Dong, A. Quintana, M. Celina, Influence of temperature and stabilization on oxygen diffusion limited oxidation profiles of polyamide 6, Polym Degrad Stab, 130 (2016) 83-96. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2016.05.024

73. J. Sampers, E. Hutten, P. Gijsman, Accelerated weathering of unsaturated polyester resins. Aspects of appearance change, Polymer Testing, Volume 44, July 2015, Pages 208-223. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymertesting.2015.04.012

72. L. Molhoek, C. Posthuma, P. Gijsman, Weathering well, Super-durable polyester powder coatings pass the Florida degradation test, European Coatings Journal, issue 12/2013, p79-82

71. P. Gijsman, 23 - Polymer Stabilization, Handbook of Environmental Degradation of Materials (Second Edition), William Andrew Publishing, Oxford, 2012, Pages 673-714. https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-1-4377-3514-7.10021-2

70. Dong, W., Li, H., Chen, M., Ni, Z., Zhao, J., Yang, H., Gijsman, P. Biodegradable bio-based polyesters with controllable photo-crosslinkability, thermal and hydrolytic stability. Journal of Polymer Research 18 (6) 1239-124. https://doi.org/10.1007/s10965-010-9526-x

69. P. Gijsman, Polymer stabilization, In: Myer Kutz Editor, Applied Plastics Engineering Handbook, 2011 , by Elsevier, pp 375-400.

https://doi.org/10.1016/B978-1-4377-3514-7.10021-2

68. P. Gijsman, H.J. Smelt, D. Schumann, Hindered amine light stabilizers: An alternative for radiation cross-linked UHMwPE implants, Biomaterials, 31 (26), 2010, 6685-6691. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.biomaterials.2010.05.053

67. W. Dong, P. Gijsman, The diffusion and solubility of Irganox® 1098 in polyamide 6. Polym Deg & Stab 95 (6), 2010 ,955-959.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2010.03.020

66. W. Dong, P. Gijsman, Influence of temperature on the thermo-oxidative degradation of polyamide 6 films, Polym Degrad Stab 95(6), 2010, 1054-1062. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2010.02.030

65. M. Diepens, P. Gijsman, Outdoor and accelerated weathering studies of bisphenol A polycarbonate, Polym Degrad Stab 96 (2011) 649-652.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2010.12.009 (open access)

64. M. Diepens, P. Gijsman, Photodegradation of bisphenol A polycarbonate with different types of stabilizers, Polym Degrad Stab 95 (5), 2010, 811-817.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2010.02.005

63. M. Diepens, P. Gijsman, Photostabilizing of bisphenol A polycarbonate by using UV-absorbers and self protective block copolymers based on resorcinol polyarylate blocks, Polym Deg & Stab 94 (10), 2009,1808-1813. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2009.06.008
62. M. Diepens, P. Gijsman, Influence of light intensity on the photodegradation of bisphenol A polycarbonate, Polym Degrad Stab 94 (1), 2009, 34-38.
https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2008.10.003

61. M. Diepens, P. Gijsman, Photo-oxidative degradation of Bisphenol A Polycarbonate and its possible initiation processes, Polym Degrad Stab 93, 2008, 1383-1388. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2008.03.028

60. P. Gijsman, Photostabilisation of Polymer Materials, In: Allen NS Editor, Photochemistry and Photophysics of Polymer materials, by Wiley, USA, 2010, p 627-679. https://doi.org/10.1021/bk-2009-1004.ch024

59. P. Gijsman, Review on the thermo-oxidative degradation of polymers during processing and in service, e-polymers, 065 [2008]. https://doi.org/10.1515/epoly.2008.8.1.727

58. P. Gijsman, M. Diepens, Photolysis and photooxidation in engineering plastics. ACS Symposium Series (2009), 1004(Polymer Degradation and Performance), 287-306. https://doi.org/10.1021/bk-2009-1004.ch024

57. S. Chabba, M. van Es, E. J. van Klinken, M. J. Jongedijk, D. Vanek, P. Gijsman and A. C. L. M. van der Waals, Accelerated aging study of ultra high molecular weight polyethylene yarn and unidirectional composites for ballistic applications, J Mater Sci 42, 2007, 2891–2893.

https://doi.org/10.1007/s10853-007-1617-7 (open access)

56. P. Gijsman and M. Diepens, Photolysis and Photo-Oxidation in Engineering Plastics, Polymer Preprints 48 (1), 2007, 615-616

55. M. Diepens, P.Gijsman, Photodegradation of Bisphenol A Polycarbonate, Polym. Deg & Stab 92, 2007, 397-406.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2006.12.003

54. P. Gijsman, M. Hamskog, Mechanism of action of Hindered Amines as Long Term Heat Stabilizers, ACS Symp Ser 978 (2007) 48-58

53. M. Hamskog, M. Klügel, D. Forsström, B. Terselius and P. Gijsman, “The effect of adding virgin material or extra stabilizer on the recyclability of polypropylene as studied by multi-cell imaging chemiluminescence and microcalorimetry” Polym Degrad Stab 91 (2006 ) 429-436.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2005.02.024

52. P. Gijsman, M. Hamskog “Simultaneous oxygen uptake and imaging chemiluminescence measurements” Polym. Deg & Stab. 91, 2006, 423-428.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2005.01.050

51. Matisova-Rychla, Lyda; Rychly, Josef; Gijsman, Pieter; Editors. Polymer Modification. (Proceedings of the Third International Conference held in August 2004 in Lyon, France.) [In: Polym. Degrad. Stab.; 2006, 91(3)]. (2006), 212 pp.

50. E. A. Snijders, A. Boersma, B. van Baarle, P.r Gijsman “Effect of dicumylperoxide crosslinking on the UV stability of ENB containing EPDM” Polym. Degrad Stab, 89 (2005) 484-491. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2005.02.002

49. Leer, C, Botelho, G, Gijsman, P. “TGA as a tool for studying the thermal stability of polymeric materials” Material Science Forum 455-456 , 2004, 463-466. https://doi.org/10.4028/www.scientific.net/msf.455-456.463

48. Dikland, H. G.; Hofkens, D.; Hughes, S. P.; Gijsman, P. “EPDM peroxide vulcanization in hot air” Technical Papers - American Chemical Society, Rubber Division, [Fall Technical Program], 164th, Cleveland, OH, United States, Oct. 14-17, 2003 (2003), 551-560 Publisher: American Chemical Society, Rubber Division, Akron, Ohio

47. M. Hamskog, M. Klügel, D. Forsström, B. Terselius and P. Gijsman, “The effect of base stabilization on the recyclability of polypropylene as studied by Multi-Cell Imaging Chemiluminescence and Microcalorimetry”, Polym Degrad Stab 86, 3 , 2004, 557-566.

https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2004.07.004

46. G. Botelho, A. Queirós & P.Gijsman, “Laurolactam as a stabiliser against the thermo-oxidative degradation of poly(ether-ester)s” Polym. Deg. & Stab. 85, 2004, 991-995. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.polymdegradstab.2003.04.006 (open access)

45. P. Gijsman. M. Gitton, "Aliphatic Amines for use as Long-term Heat Stabilisers for Polypropylene" Polym Degrad Stab. 81, 2003, 483-489.

https://doi.org/10.1016/S0141-3910(03)00134-4

44. M. Hamskog, , B. Terselius, P. Gijsman, Multi-cell imaging chemiluminescence to map heterogeneous degradation of polypropylene plaques, Polym. Degrad Stab, 82, 2003, 181-186. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0141-3910(03)00182-4

43. M. Hamskog, G. Ahlblad, G. Färnert, B. Terselius, P. Gijsman, “New multi-cell imaging luminescence instrument to evaluate the stability of polymers”, Polymer Testing, 22, 2003, 363-369. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0142-9418(02)00114-9 (open access)

42. P. Gijsman, R. Steenbakkers, C. Fürst and J. Kersjes,. “Differences in Flame Retardant mechanism of Melamine Cyanurate in Polyamide 6 and 66”, Polym. Degrad Stab., 78, 2002, 219-214. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0141-3910(02)00136-2

41. J. Barret, P. Gijsman, J. Swagten, R.F.M. Lange, “ A molecular study towards the interaction of phenolic anti-oxidants, aromatic amines and HALS stabilizers in a thermo-oxidative ageing process”, Polym. Deg. & Stab., 76, 2002, 441-448.https://doi.org/10.1016/S0141-3910(02)00047-2

40. J. Barret, P. Gijsman, J. Swagten, R.F.M. Lange, “The interaction of a phenolic anti-oxidant and an aromatic amine in a thermo-oxidative ageing process”, Polym Degrad Stab., 75, 2002, 367-374. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0141-3910(01)00241-5

39. P. Gijsman, “New synergists for Hindered Amine Light Stabilizers”, Polymer, 43, 2002, 1573-1579. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0032-3861(01)00708-X

38. P. Gijsman and F. Verdun, “The influence of polymer type, stabilizer and geometry on the relationship between Chemiluminescence and oxygen uptake” Polym Degrad Stab. 74 , 2001, 533-542. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0141-3910(01)00190-2

37. G. Meijers and P. Gijsman, “Influence of environmental concentrations of ozone on thermo-oxidative degradation of PP”, Polym Degrad Stab, 74, 2001, 387-391. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0141-3910(01)00160-4

36. G. Botelho, A. Queirós & P.Gijsman, “A comperative study on the thermo-oxidative degradation of poly(ether-esters)”, Polym Degrad Stab, 73, 2001, 431-436. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0141-3910(01)00088-X

35. G. Ahlblad, P. Gijsman, B. Terselius, A. Jansson, K., Möller, “Thermo-oxidative stability of of PP Waste Films Studied by Imaging Chemiluminescence Technique, Polym Degrad Stab., 73, 2001, 15-22. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0141-3910(01)00038-6

34. P. Gijsman, "New synergists for hindered amine light stabilizers” Polymer Preprints 2001, 42 (1) 386.

33. G. Botelho, A. Queirós & P.Gijsman, “Studies on thermal an thermo-oxidative degradation of poly(ethylene terephhtalate) and poly(butylene terephtalate)”, Polym Degrad Stab 74, 2001, 39-48. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0141-3910(01)00088-X

32. P. Gijsman, “Mechanism of the thermo-oxidative degradation of unstabilized, phenolic antioxidant and hindered amine stabilizer containing polypropylene” in Specialty Polymer Additives” eds S. Al-Malaika, A. Golovoy, C.A. Wilkie, Blackwell Science, Oxford, 2001 pp 67-90

31. P. Gijsman, "Sterisch gehinderte Amine als Längzeitwärmestabilisatoren für Polypropylene" in Thermische Einsatzgrenzen von Kunststoffen in Verarbeitung und Anwendung” “Herausgeber: G.W. Ehrenstein, S. Pongratz, Springer VDI Verlag, Dusseldorf, 2000, pp. 151-164

30. G. Botelho, A. Queirós & P.Gijsman, “A comparitive study on the mechanism of the thermooxidative degradation of poly(ethylene 2,6-naphtalate) and poly(butylene 2,6-naphthalate)”, Polym Degrad Stab, 70, 2000, 299-304. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0141-3910(00)00129-4

29. P. Mast, P. Gijsman, “UV-degradation mechanisms of polyester coating systems”, Verfkroniek, 72, 5, (1999) 11.

28. G. Botelho, A. Queirós , P.Gijsman, “Thermo-oxidative studies of poly(ether-esters): 2. Copolymer of poly(butylene terephtalate) and polybutylene oxide”, Polym Degrad Stab., 68, 2000, 35-42. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0141-3910(99)00164-0

27. P. Gijsman, M. Gitton, Hindered Amine Stabilisers as Long-term Heat Stabilisers for Polypropylene, Polym Degrad Stab. 66, 1999, 365-371.

https://doi.org/10.1016/S0141-3910(99)00088-9

26. P. Gijsman, G. Meijers & G. Vitarelli, “Comparison of the UV-degradation Chemistry of polypropylene, polyethylene, polyamide 6 and polybutyleneterephthalate”, Polym. Deg. & Stab. 65, 1999, 433-441. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0141-3910(99)00033-6

25. G. Botelho, A. Queirós & P.Gijsman, “Thermo-oxidative studies of poly(ether-esters): 1. Copolymer of poly(butylene terephtalate) and polyethylene oxide”, Polym Degrad Stab. 67, 2000, 13-20. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0141-3910(99)00109-3

24. P. Gijsman & J. Sampers, "Oxygen uptake measurements to identify the cause of unexpected differences between accelerated and outdoor weathering" Angew. Macromol. Chem. 261/262, 1998, 77-82. https://doi.org/10.1002/(sici)1522-9505(19981201)261-262:1<77::aid-apmc77>3.3.co;2-5

23. P. Gijsman, “Polyamide 46, Stabilisierung” Kunststoff-Handbuch band 3/4: Polyamide, pp558-562, Carl Hanser Verlag München Wien 1998

22. P. Gijsman, “Reply to comment on oxygen charge-transfer complexes as peroxidation initiators in polymers”, Polym. Deg. & Stab., 60, 1998, 217-219. https://doi.org/10.1016/S0141-3910(97)00079-7

21. P. Gijsman, "The role of charge transfer complexes in the photodegradation of polyolefins", Angew. Macromol. Chem., 252, 1997, 45-54.

https://doi.org/10.1002/apmc.1997.052520104

20. P. Gijsman & J. Sampers, "The influence of oxygen pressure and temperature on the uv-degradation chemistry of polyethylene" Polym Degrad Stab 58, 1997, 55-59. https://doi.org/10.1016/s0141-3910(97)00012-8

19. P. Gijsman & A. Dozeman, "A comparison of the uv-degradation chemistry of unstabilized and hals-stabilized polyethylene and polypropylene" Polym Degrad Stab 53 (1996) 45-50. https://doi.org/10.1016/0141-3910(96)00027-4

18. P. Gijsman, M. Kroon & M. van Oorschot, "The role of peroxides in the thermooxidative degradation of polypropylene". Polym. Deg. & Stab. 51 (1996) 3-13. https://doi.org/10.1016/0141-3910(95)00152-2

17. P. Gijsman, K. Janssen and D. Tummers, "The mechanism of degradation and stabilization (by Cu/halogen salts) of polyamide 46", "Seventeenth International Conference on Advances in the Stabilization and Degradation of Polymers, Lucerne, Switserland 1995.

16. K. Janssen, P. Gijsman & D. Tummers "Mechanistical aspects of the stabilization of polyamides by combinations of metal and halogen salts" Polym. Deg. & Stab. 49, 1995, 127-133. https://doi.org/10.1016/0141-3910(95)00065-T

15. P. Gijsman, D. Tummers & K. Janssen, "Differences and simularities in the thermooxidative degradation of polyamide 46 and 66." Polym. Deg. & Stab. 49, 1995, 121-125. https://doi.org/10.1016/0141-3910(95)00066-U

14. P. Gijsman, J. Hennekens and K. Janssen "Comparison of the UV-degradation Chemistry in accelerated (Xenon) aging tests and outdoor tests (II)" Polym. Deg.& Stab. 46 (1994) 63-74. https://doi.org/10.1016/0141-3910(94)90110-4

13. P. Gijsman, J. Hennekens and K. Janssen, "Comparison of the UV-degradation Chemistry in an accelerated (Xenon) test and Outdoors", Advances in Chemistry Series 249, Polymer Durability, Degradation and Life Time Prediction, eds. R.L. Clough, N.C. Billingham & K.T. Gillen. American Chemical Society, Washington DC, 1996, pp 621-649. https://doi.org/10.1021/ba-1996-0249.ch037

12. Gijsman, P. (1994). The long-term stability of polyolefins. [Phd Thesis 1 (Research TU/e / Graduation TU/e), Chemical Engineering and Chemistry]. Technische Universiteit Eindhoven. https://doi.org/10.6100/IR427216

11. P. Gijsman, "The mechanism of action of hindered amine stabilizers (HAS) as long-term heat stabilizers" Polym. Deg. Stab. 43, 1994, 171-176.

https://doi.org/10.1016/0141-3910(94)90066-3

10. P. Gijsman, J. Hennekens and D. Tummers, "Oxygen uptake methods as a tool to determine the mechanism of action of hindered amine light stabilizers." Angew. Makromol. Chem. 216 (1994) 37-44 (3867). https://doi.org/10.1002/apmc.1994.052160103

9. P. Gijsman, Oxygen uptake as a method to compare the UV-degradation chemistry in an accelerated (Xenon) test and outdoors." Polymer Preprints, 34, 2, 1993, 183-184.

8. P. Gijsman, J. Hennekens and J. Vincent, “The mechanism of the low temperature oxidation of polypropylene" Polym. Deg. Stab. 42, 1993, 95-105.

https://doi.org/10.1016/0141-3910(93)90031-D

7. P. Gijsman, J. Hennekens and J. Vincent, “The influence of temperature and catalyst residues on the degradation of unstabilized polypropylene", Polym. Deg. Stab., 39, 1993, 271-277. https://doi.org/10.1016/0141-3910(93)90001-Y

6. P. Gijsman, J. Hennekens and D. Tummers, “The mechanism of action of hindered amine light stabilizers", Polym. Deg. Stab., 39, 1993, 225-233.

https://doi.org/10.1016/0141-3910(93)90099-5

5. P. Gijsman, J.M.A.Jansen and J.A.J.M. Vincent, "The Influence of Stabilizer Formulation, Thickness and Temperature on the Long-Term Heat Stability of Polypropylene" Proc. of the "Fourteenth International Conference on Advances in the Stabilization and Degradation of Polymers", Lucerne, Switserland, 1992

4. N.C. Billingham, E.T.H. Then and P. Gijsman, "Chemiluminescence from Peroxides in Polypropylene. Part I: Relation of Luminescence to Peroxide Content", Polym. Degr. Stab. 34, 1991, 263-277. https://doi.org/10.1016/0141-3910(91)90122-8

3. P. Gijsman, J. Hennekens and J. Vincent, "The Role of Peroxides in the Low Temperature Oxidation of Polypropylene" Proc. of the "Eleventh International Conference on Advances in the Stabilization and Controlled Degradation of Polymers", Lucerne, Switserland, 1989

2. Y.T. van den Hoogen, P.P. Lankhorst, P. Gijsman, A.J. Hartel, J.H. van Boom and C. Altona, "Conformational analysis of the dinucleotides 5'-methylphospho-N6-dimethladenylyl-uridine (mpm62A-U) and 5'-methylphospho-uridylyl-N6-dimethyladenylyl (mpU-m62A-U) and trinucleotide U-m62A-U", Eur. J. Biochem. 171, 1988, 143-153. https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1432-1033.1988.tb13770.x

1. H.L. Pelt, P. Gijsman, R.P.J. Verburg and J.J.F. Scholten, "The thermal and chemical stability limits of supported liquid phase rhodium catalysts in the hydroformulation of propene", J. Mol. Catal., 33, 1985, 119-128. https://doi.org/10.1016/0304-5102(85)85023-9