We focus on performance in materials properties and circularity
At the new TU/e group of Polymer Performance Materials, started in 2020, we aim at developing new fundamental concepts in macromolecular chemistry and polymer materials. Guided by structure-property relationships, we improve existing polymeric materials and design novel polymers, in both cases focusing on performance with respect to materials properties as well as circularity. This includes the development of novel synthetic methodology to allow the conversion of existing and novel polymers into recyclable materials. We combine polymer synthesis with detailed molecular, morphological and property characterization, to expand our knowledge base of fundamental polymer science and to advance new technologies. Of particular interest are new polymerization strategies for the creation of novel polymers for industrially relevant high-performance applications. We maintain a truly interdisciplinary approach and encourage collaboration between academia and industry. At Polymer Performance Materials, we strive to teach our students the essence of academic research. We hope to inspire them to excel in an independent scientific research career, with a mission to provide a lasting contribution to society.
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Highlighted publications
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Solvent-Free Synthesis of Acetal-Containing Polyols for Use in Recyclable Polyurethanes
Macromolecules (2023) -
Photocatalysis as an Effective Tool for Upcycling Polymers into Value-Added Molecules
Angewandte Chemie - International Edition (2023) -
Chemically Recyclable and Upcyclable Epoxy Resins Derived from Vanillin
ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering (2023) -
Closed-Loop Recyclable High-Performance Polyimine Aerogels Derived from Bio-Based Resources
Advanced Materials (2023) -
Closed-loop Recycling of Poly(Imine-Carbonate) Derived from Plastic Waste and Bio-based Resources
Angewandte Chemie - International Edition (2022)
Recent Publications
Our most recent peer reviewed publications
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Novel Furfural-Derived Polyaldimines as Latent Hardeners for Polyurethane Adhesives
ACS Applied Materials & Interfaces (2024) -
Solvent-Free Synthesis of Acetal-Containing Polyols for Use in Recyclable Polyurethanes
Macromolecules (2023) -
Closed-Loop Recyclable Poly(imine-acetal)s with Dual-Cleavable Bonds for Primary Building Block Recovery
ChemSusChem (2023) -
Biorenewable circularity aids sustainability of plastics
Nature Sustainability (2023) -
Photoswitchable Liquid-to-Solid Transition of Azobenzene-Decorated Polysiloxanes
Advanced Functional Materials (2023)
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Contact
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Visiting address
HelixHet Kranenveld 14EindhovenNetherlands -
Postal address
Department of Chemical Engineering and ChemistryP.O. Box 5135600 MB EindhovenNetherlands -
Visiting address
Helix (STO 1.42)Het Kranenveld 14EindhovenNetherlands -
Postal address
Department of Chemical Engineering and ChemistryP.O. Box 5135600 MB EindhovenNetherlands -
Secretaryr.petryszyn@ tue.nl