Who am I?

How I’ll teach you

Materials & Sustainable DevelopmentPolymer Science

Academic Biography

Other academic service (administration and management)

Third Stream Income Generation Member of Faculty Academic Enterprise CommitteeContinuing Professional Development ActivitiesIndustry placement of students

Research Expertise, Publications & Grants

Research expertise

Recycling of Plastics.Development of composites made from recycled thermoplasticsPolymer processing and degradation and stabilisation of polymersMicrowave dielectric spectroscopy of polymer blends and photoactive additivesConservation of plastics artefacts and audio-visual media

Academic collaborations

BiomimeticsMaterials & Sustainable DevelopmentInterfacial Chemistry & Phase Behaviour of Polymers & Additives

Publications

·Featured Works

K. del Teso Sánchez, NS. Allen, CM. Liauw, F. Catalina, T. Corrales,et al.(2015).Chemiluminescence studies on comparison of antioxidant effectiveness on multiextruded polyethylenes.Polymer Degradation and Stability.113, pp.32-39.

K. Del Teso Sánchez, NS. Allen, CM. Liauw, M. Edge (2014).Effect of polymerization catalyst technology on the melt processing stability of polyethylenes, Part 3: Additives blends performance.Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology.22(2), pp.117-127.

·Books (authored/edited/special issues)

NS. Allen (1995).Current Trends in Polymer Photochemistry.Ellis Horwood Limited.

NS. Allen, M. Edge (1992).Fundamentals of Polymer Degradation and Stabilization.Springer Science & Business Media.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, CV. Horie (1992).Polymers in conservation.

·Journal articles

NS. Allen, AP. Jones, CM. Liauw, M. Edge, K. Keck‐Antoine,et al.(2021). High‐temperature stabilization of polypropylene using hindered phenol–thioester stabilizer combinations, Part 1: Optimization and efficacy via nondust blends.Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology.27(2), pp.376-388.

M. Edge, NS. Allen, AP. Jones, CM. Liauw, K. Keck-Antoine,et al.Hight Temperature Stabilisation of Polypropylene Using Hindered Phenol-Thioester Stabiliser Combinations Part 2: Optimisation and Efficacy via Encapsulation with Silicate Fillers.Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology.

NS. Allen, M. Edge (2021). Perspectives on additives for polymers. 1. Aspects of stabilization.Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology.27(1), pp.5-27.

QA. Naqvi, M. Ratova, R. Klaysri, PJ. Kelly, M. Edge,et al.(2019).Tuning the composition of porous resin-templated TiO2 macrobeads for optimized photocatalytic performance.Catalysis Today.326, pp.54-59.

NS. Allen, R. McIntyre, JM. Kerrod, C. Hill, M. Edge (2018).Photo-Stabilisation and UV Blocking Efficacy of Coated Macro and Nano-Rutile Titanium Dioxide Particles in Paints and Coatings.Journal of Polymers and the Environment.26(11), pp.4243-4257.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, CM. Liauw, E. Hoang (2018).Role of phenol and phosphite antioxidant combinations in the thermal stabilisation of metallocene LLDPE (mLLDPE): Optimisation and performance and influence of metal stearates on multiple extrusions.Polymer Degradation and Stability.152, pp.208-217.

NS. Allen, H. Hamzah, M. Edge, CM. Liauw, F. Catalina,et al.(2018).Photochemistry and photopolymerisation of substituted 2-methylanthraquinones and novel 2-acryloxymethylanthraquinone in radiation curing.Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry.356, pp.530-544.

M. Ratova, PJ. Kelly, GT. West, L. Tosheva, M. Edge (2017).Reactive magnetron sputtering deposition of bismuth tungstate onto titania nanoparticles for enhancing visible light photocatalytic activity.Applied Surface Science.392, pp.590-597.

K. del Teso Sánchez, NS. Allen, CM. Liauw, F. Catalina, T. Corrales,et al.(2015).Chemiluminescence studies on comparison of antioxidant effectiveness on multiextruded polyethylenes.Polymer Degradation and Stability.113, pp.32-39.

K. Del Teso Sánchez, NS. Allen, CM. Liauw, M. Edge (2014).Effect of polymerization catalyst technology on the melt processing stability of polyethylenes, Part 3: Additives blends performance.Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology.22(2), pp.117-127.

M. Papanastasiou, NS. Allen, A. McMahon, LCA. Naegel, M. Edge,et al.(2012). Analysis of Indigo-type compounds in natural dyes by negative ion atmospheric pressure photoionization mass spectrometry.Dyes and Pigments.92(3), pp.1192-1198.

K. Del Teso Sánchez, NS. Allen, CM. Liauw, M. Edge, B. Johnson,et al.(2012). Effects of polymerization catalyst technology on the melt processing stability of polyethylenes. part 2. single stabilizer performance.Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology.18(1), pp.26-39.

M. Edge, CM. Liauw, NS. Allen, R. Herrero (2010). Surface pinking in titanium dioxide/lead stabiliser filled PVC profiles.Polymer Degradation and Stability.95(10), pp.2022-2040.

NS. Allen, EB. Zeynalov, K. Del Teso Sanchez, M. Edge, YP. Kabetkina,et al.(2010).Comparative evaluation of the efficiency of a series of commercial antioxidants studied by kinetic modeling in a liquid phase and during the melt processing of different polyethylenes.Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology.16(1), pp.1-14.

NS. Allen, CM. Liauw, A. Reyes, M. Edge, B. Johnson,et al.(2009).Color inhibition of phenolic antioxidants in ziegler-natta polyethylene. II. In-situ solution studies.Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology.15(4), pp.234-243.

NS. Allen, CM. Liauw, A. Reyes, M. Edge, B. Johnson,et al.(2009). Color inhibition of phenolic antioxidants in Ziegler-Natta polyethylene. I. In-situ polymer studies.Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology.15(1), pp.12-19.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, J. Verran, J. Stratton, J. Maltby,et al.(2008).Photocatalytic titania based surfaces: Environmental benefits.Polymer Degradation and Stability.93(9), pp.1632-1646.

J. Verran, G. Sandoval, NS. Allen, M. Edge, J. Stratton (2007).Variables affecting the antibacterial properties of nano and pigmentary titania particles in suspension.Dyes and Pigments.73(3), pp.298-304.

NS. Allen, A. Barcelona, M. Edge, A. Wilkinson, C. Galan Merchan,et al.(2006). Aspects of the thermal and photostabilisation of high styrene-butadiene copolymer (SBC).Polymer Degradation and Stability.91(6), pp.1395-1416.

C. Luengo, NS. Allen, M. Edge, A. Wilkinson, MD. Parellada,et al.(2006). Photo-oxidative degradation mechanisms in styrene-ethylene-butadiene- styrene (SEBS) triblock copolymer.Polymer Degradation and Stability.91(4), pp.947-956.

C. Luengo, NS. Allen, A. Wilkinson, M. Edge, MD. Parellada,et al.(2006). Synergistic profiles of chain-breaking antioxidants with phosphites and hindered amine light stabilizers in Styrene-Ethylene-Butadiene-Styrene (SEBS) block copolymer.Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology.12(1), pp.8-13.

C. Luengo, NS. Allen, A. Wilkinson, M. Edge, MD. Parellada,et al.(2006). Photostabilization of styrene-ethylene-butylene-styrene block copolymer by hindered phenol and phosphite antioxidants.Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology.12(1), pp.2-7.

N. Ortuoste, NS. Allen, M. Papanastasiou, A. McMahon, M. Edge,et al.(2006).Hydrolytic stability and hydrolysis reaction mechanism of bis(2,4-di-tert-butyl)pentaerythritol diphosphite (Alkanox P-24).Polymer Degradation and Stability.91(1), pp.195-211.

M. Rodríguez-Vázquez, CM. Liauw, NS. Allen, M. Edge, E. Fontan (2006). Degradation and stabilisation of poly(ethylene-stat-vinyl acetate): 1 - Spectroscopic and rheological examination of thermal and thermo-oxidative degradation mechanisms.Polymer Degradation and Stability.91(1), pp.154-164.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, A. Ortega, CM. Liauw, J. Stratton,et al.(2006). Factors affecting the interfacial adsorption of stabilisers on to titanium dioxide particles (flow microcalorimetry, modelling, oxidation and FTIR studies): Nano versus pigmentary grades.Dyes and Pigments.70(3), pp.192-203.

B. Johnson, K. Keck-Antoine, B. Dejolier, N. Allen, N. Ortuoste,et al.(2005). Impact of improved phosphite hydrolytic stability on the processing stabilization of polypropylene.Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology.11(4), pp.136-142.

L. Diaz, CM. Liauw, M. Edge, NS. Allen, A. McMahon,et al.(2005).Investigation of factors affecting the adsorption of functional molecules onto gel silicas. 1. Flow microcalorimetry and infrared spectroscopy.J Colloid Interface Sci.287(2), pp.379-387.

E. Santamaría, M. Edge, NS. Allen, HB. Harvey, M. Mellor,et al.(2005). New insights into the degradation mechanism of poly (vinyl chloride), Part (III): implementation of new costabilizers - Towards heavy metal free systems (HMFS).Journal of Applied Polymer Science.96(1), pp.122-143.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, G. Sandoval, J. Verran, J. Stratton,et al.(2005).Photocatalytic coatings for environmental applications.Photochem Photobiol.81(2), pp.279-290.

CM. Liauw, A. Quadir, NS. Allen, M. Edge, A. Wagner (2004). Effect of hindered piperidine light stabilizer molecular structure and UV absorber addition on the oxidation of HDPE. Part 2: Mechanistic aspects - Molecular modeling and electron spin resonance spectroscopy study.Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology.10(4), pp.159-167.

NS. Allen, A. Barcelona, M. Edge, A. Wilkinson, CG. Merchan,et al.(2004). Thermal and photooxidation of high styrene-butadiene copolymer (SBC).Polymer Degradation and Stability.86(1), pp.11-23.

E. Santamaría, M. Edge, NS. Allen, HB. Harvey, M. Mellor,et al.(2004). New insights into the degradation mechanism of poly(vinyl chloride), Part II. Limited polyene sequence length during degradation and synergism between costabilizers.Journal of Applied Polymer Science.93(6), pp.2744-2763.

E. Santamaría, M. Edge, NS. Allen, HB. Harvey, M. Mellor,et al.(2004).New insights into the degradation mechanism of poly (vinyl chloride), Based on the action of novel costabilizers. I.Journal of Applied Polymer Science.93(6), pp.2731-2743.

CM. Liauw, A. Quadir, NS. Allen, M. Edge, A. Wagner (2004).Effect of hindered piperidine light stabilizer molecular structure and UV-absorber addition on the oxidation of HDPE. Part 1: Long-term thermal and photo-oxidation studies.Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology.10(2), pp.79-87.

NS. Allen, C. Luengo, M. Edge, A. Wilkinson, MD. Parellada,et al.(2004). Photooxidation of styrene-ethylene-butadiene-styrene (SEBS) block copolymer.Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry.162(1), pp.41-51.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, A. Ortega, G. Sandoval, CM. Liauw,et al.(2004).Degradation and stabilisation of polymers and coatings: Nano versus pigmentary titania particles.Polymer Degradation and Stability.85(3 SPEC. ISS.), pp.927-946.

T. Corrales, C. Peinado, NS. Allen, M. Edge, G. Sandoval,et al.(2003). A chemiluminescence study of micron and nanoparticle titanium dioxide: Effect on the thermal stability of metallocene polyethylene.Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry.156(1-3), pp.151-160.

L. Quinti, NS. Allen, M. Edge, BP. Murphy, A. Perotti (2003). A study of the strongly fluorescent species formed by the interaction of the dye 1,4-dihydroxyanthraquinone (quinizarin) with A1(III).Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry.155(1-3), pp.79-91.

L. Quinti, NS. Allen, M. Edge, BP. Murphy, A. Perotti (2003). A study of the luminescent complexes formed by the dye 1,4-dihydroxyanthraquinone (quinizarin) and Ga(III) and In(III).Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry.155(1-3), pp.93-106.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, D. Mourelatou, A. Wilkinson, CM. Liauw,et al.(2003). Influence of ozone on styrene-ethylene-butylene-styrene (SEBS) copolymer.Polymer Degradation and Stability.79(2), pp.297-307.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, A. Ortega, CM. Liauw, J. Stratton,et al.(2002).Behaviour of nanoparticle (ultrafine) titanium dioxide pigments and stabilisers on the photooxidative stability of water based acrylic and isocyanate based acrylic coatings.Polymer Degradation and Stability.78(3), pp.467-478.

A. Parrondo, NS. Allen, M. Edge, CM. Liauw, E. Fontán (2002). Optimization of additive packages for processing and long-term thermal stabilization of film grade high-density polyethylene.Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology.8(2), pp.103-117.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, G. Sandoval, A. Ortega, CM. Liauw,et al.(2002). Interrelationship of spectroscopic properties with the thermal and photochemical behaviour of titanium dioxide pigments in metallocene polyethylene and alkyd based paint films: Micron versus nanoparticles.Polymer Degradation and Stability.76(2), pp.305-319.

NS. Allen, G. Rivalle, M. Edge, T. Corrales, F. Catalina (2002). Chemiluminescence processes in thermal and photochemically oxidised poly(ethylene-co-1,4-cyclohexanedimethylene terephthalate) (PECT): Influence of stabilisers.Polymer Degradation and Stability.75(2), pp.237-246.

NS. Allen, SV. Ryabov, M. Edge, SN. Kobylinskyy, AA. Pokcholenko,et al.(2002). Novel oligomeric amines as co-synergists for the photosensitised crosslinking of a triacrylate resin.Polymer Degradation and Stability.75(2), pp.229-236.

A. Parrondo, NS. Allen, M. Edge, CM. Liauw, E. Fontán (2002). Additive interactions in the stabilization of film grade high-density polyethylene. Part II: Stabilization during long-term service.Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology.8(2), pp.90-102.

A. Parrondo, NS. Allen, M. Edge, CM. Liauw, E. Fontán,et al.(2002). Additive interactions in the stabilization of film grade high-density polyethylene. Part I: Stabilization and influence of zinc stearate during melt processing.Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology.8(2), pp.75-89.

M. Edge, NS. Allen, D. Turner, J. Robinson, K. Seal (2001). The enhanced performance of biocidal additives in paints and coatings.Progress in Organic Coatings.43(1-3), pp.10-17.

JM. Peña, NS. Allen, M. Edge, CM. Liauw, B. Valange,et al.(2001). The use of microwave and FTIR spectroscopy for the characterisation of carbon blacks modified with stabilisers.Polymer Degradation and Stability.74(1), pp.1-24.

CM. Liauw, NS. Allen, M. Edge, L. Lucchese (2001). The role of silica and carbon-silica dual phase filler in a novel approach to the high temperature stabilisation of natural rubber based composites.Polymer Degradation and Stability.74(1), pp.159-166.

JM. Peña, NS. Allen, CM. Liauw, M. Edge, B. Valange,et al.(2001). Factors affecting the adsorption of stabilisers on to carbon black (flow micro-calorimetry studies): Part III Surface activity study using acid/base mode/probes.Journal of Materials Science.36(18), pp.4443-4457.

JM. Peña, NS. Allen, M. Edge, CM. Liauw, O. Noiset,et al.(2001). Factors affecting the adsorption of stabilisers on to carbon black (flow micro-calorimetry studies): Part II Hindered amine light stabilisers (HALS).Journal of Materials Science.36(18), pp.4419-4431.

NS. Allen, MC. Marin, M. Edge, DW. Davies, J. Garrett,et al.(2001).Photoinduced chemical crosslinking activity and photo-oxidative stability of amine acrylates: Photochemical and spectroscopic study.Polymer Degradation and Stability.73(1), pp.119-139.

JM. Peña, NS. Allen, M. Edge, CM. Liauw, F. Santamaría,et al.(2001). Factors affecting the adsorption of stabilisers on to carbon black (flow micro-calorimetry and FTIR studies): Part I primary phenolic antioxidants.Journal of Materials Science.36(12), pp.2885-2898.

NS. Allen, E. Hoang, CM. Liauw, M. Edge, E. Fontan (2001). Influence of processing aids on the thermal and photostabilisation of HDPE with antioxidant blends.Polymer Degradation and Stability.72(2), pp.367-376.

JM. Peña, NS. Allen, M. Edge, CM. Liauw, B. Valange (2001). Studies of synergism between carbon black and stabilisers in LDPE photodegradation.Polymer Degradation and Stability.72(2), pp.259-270.

JM. Peña, NS. Allen, M. Edge, CM. Liauw, B. Valange (2001).Factors affecting the adsorption of stabilisers on to carbon black (flow micro-calorimetry studies) 4. Secondary antioxidants.Polymer Degradation and Stability.72(1), pp.31-45.

JM. Peña, NS. Allen, M. Edge, CM. Liauw, B. Valange (2001). Interactions between carbon black and stabilisers in LDPE thermal oxidation.Polymer Degradation and Stability.72(1), pp.163-174.

M. Edge, D. Turner, CM. Liauw, J. Robinson, NS. Allen (2001). The retention of heterocyclics by siliceous frameworks. Part I. The role of the heterocyclic.Journal of Materials Science.36(6), pp.1443-1450.

M. Edge, P. Faulds, DG. Kelly, A. McMahon, GC. Ranger,et al.(2001). Tertiary phosphine complexes of nickel(II) thiocyanate: an evaluation of the photostabilisation of polystyrene.European Polymer Journal.37(2), pp.349-360.

R. Janes, M. Edge, J. Rigby, D. Mourelatou, NS. Allen (2001). Effect of sample treatment and composition on the photoluminescence of anatase pigments.Dyes and Pigments.48(1), pp.29-34.

NS. Allen, LJ. Enriquez, M. Edge, CM. Liauw, A. Parrondo,et al.(2001). Performance and antioxidant activity of phenol/phosphite antioxidants in synergistic blends in the thermal and photooxidation of high-density polyethylene (HDPE) film: Influence of zinc stearate.Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology.7(3), pp.110-122.

L. Lucchese, CM. Liauw, NS. Allen, M. Edge, F. Thompson,et al.(2000). Use of microwave dielectric loss spectroscopy for characterisation of natural rubber/carbon black composites.Polymer Bulletin.44(2), pp.187-194.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, S. Sethi, F. Catalina, T. Corrales,et al.(2000). Photochemistry and photo-induced co-synergistic polymerisation activities of novel N,N,-dimethylaminobenzoates and benzamides.Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry.137(2-3), pp.169-176.

AM. Morrow, NS. Allen, M. Edge, D. Aldcroft, H. Jones (2000). Kinetic investigation into the effect of stabilizers on the photo-oxidation of water based silica acrylic-based coatings.Polymer Degradation and Stability.69(2), pp.143-156.

JM. Peña, NS. Allen, CM. Liauw, M. Edge, B. Valange (2000). Factors influencing the adsorption of stabilizers onto carbon black: Flow microcalorimetry studies.Journal of Vinyl and Additive Technology.6(2), pp.62-68.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, M. Rodriguez, CM. Liauw, E. Fontan (2000). Aspects of the thermal oxidation of ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer.Polymer Degradation and Stability.68(3), pp.363-371.

NS. Allen, JM. Pena, M. Edge, CM. Liauw (2000). Behaviour of carbon black pigments as excited state quenchers in LDPE.Polymer Degradation and Stability.67(3), pp.563-566.

NS. Allen, G. Rivalle, M. Edge, I. Roberts, DR. Fagerburg (2000). Characterisation and identification of fluorescent hydroxylated terephthalate species in the thermal and UV degradation of poly(ethylene-co-1,4-cyclohexanedimethylene terephthalate) (PECT).Polymer Degradation and Stability.67(2), pp.325-334.

N. S. Allen, M. Edge, M. Rodriguez, C. M. Liauw, E. Fontan (2000). Aspects of the thermal oxidation, yellowing and stabilisation of ethylene vinyl acetate copolymer.Polymer Degradation and Stability.71(1), pp.1-14.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, D. Holdsworth, A. Rahman, F. Catalina,et al.(2000). Ageing and spectroscopic properties of polyethylenes.Polymer Degradation and Stability.67(1), pp.57-67.

JM. Peña, NS. Allen, M. Edge, CM. Liauw, I. Roberts,et al.(2000). Triplet quenching and antioxidant effect of several carbon black grades in the photodegradation of LDPE doped with benzophenone as a photosensitizer.Polymer Degradation and Stability.70(3), pp.437-454.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, A. Wilkinson, CM. Liauw, D. Mourelatou,et al.(2000). Degradation and stabilization of styrene-ethylene-butadiene-styrene (SEBS) block copolymer.Polymer Degradation and Stability.71(1), pp.113-122.

JM. Peña, NS. Allen, M. Edge, CM. Liauw, SR. Hoon,et al.(2000).Analysis of radical content on carbon black pigments by electron spin resonance: Influence of functionality, thermal treatment and adsorption of acidic and basic probes.Polymer Degradation and Stability.71(1), pp.153-170.

J. Segurola, NS. Allen, M. Edge, A. Mc Mahon (1999). Design of eutectic photoinitiator blends for UV/visible curable acrylated printing inks and coatings.Progress in Organic Coatings.37(1-2), pp.23-37.

R. Janes, M. Edge, J. Robinson, J. Rigby, N. Allen (1999). Microwave photodielectric and photoconductivity studies on titanium dioxide exposed to continuous polychromatic irradiation; Part II:.Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry.127(1-3), pp.111-115.

AM. Morrow, NS. Allen, M. Edge, D. Aldcroft, H. Jones (1999). A kinetic investigation into the effect of silica properties on the photo-oxidation of a water based silica coating.Polymer Degradation and Stability.66(1), pp.95-105.

NS. Allen, MC. Marin, M. Edge, DW. Davies, J. Garrett,et al.(1999). Photochemistry and photoinduced chemical crosslinking activity of type I & II co-reactive photoinitiators in acrylated prepolymers.Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry.126(1-3), pp.135-149.

J. Daniels, NS. Allen, M. Edge, S. Coote (1999). Fluorescence characterisation and analysis of 4-carboxybenzaldehyde, a colour precursor to the manufacture of terephthalic acid.Polymer Degradation and Stability.65(3), pp.347-353.

CM. Liauw, A. Childs, NS. Allen, M. Edge, KR. Franklin,et al.(1999). Effect of interactions between stabilisers and silica used for anti-blocking applications on UV and thermal stability of polyolefin film 2. Degradation studies.Polymer Degradation and Stability.65(2), pp.207-215.

J. Segurola, NS. Allen, M. Edge, A. Parrondo, I. Roberts (1999). Photocuring activity of several commercial, near UV activated photoinitiators in clear and pigmented systems.Journal of Coatings Technology.71(7), pp.61-67.

NS. Allen, NG. Salleh, M. Edge, M. Shah, C. Ley,et al.(1999). Photophysical properties and photoinduced polymerisation activity of novel 1-chloro-4-oxy/acyloxythioxanthone initiators.Polymer.40(15), pp.4181-4193.

J. Segurola, N. Allen, M. Edge, I. Roberts (1999). Photochemistry and photoinduced chemical crosslinking activity of acrylated prepolymers by several commercial type I far UV photoinitiators.Polymer Degradation and Stability.65(1), pp.153-160.

NS. Allen, J. Segurola, M. Edge, A. McMahon, I. Roberts (1999). A comparative kinetic study of UV-curable resins the relationship between structure and rheology.Surface Coatings International Part B: Coatings International.82(6), pp.285-292.

N. Segundo, S. Allen, M. Edge, A. McMahon, . Roberts (1999). Inks by design - A study in UV monomer kinetics.Polymers Paint Colour Journal.

M. Edge, NS. Allen, R. Gonzalez-Sanchez, CM. Liauw, SJ. Read,et al.(1999). The influence of cure and carbon black on the high temperature oxidation of natural rubber I. Correlation of physico-chemical changes.Polymer Degradation and Stability.64(2), pp.197-205.

J. Segurola, N. Allen, M. Edge, A. Parrondo, I. Roberts (1999). Photochemistry and photoinduced chemical crosslinking activity of several type II commercial photoinitiators in acrylated prepolymers.Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry.122(2), pp.115-125.

NS. Allen, J. Segurola, M. Edge, E. Santamari, A. McMahon,et al.(1999). A comparative kinetic study of commercial photoinitiators for UV/visible curable acrylate clear coatings.Surface Coatings International.82(2), pp.67-76.

NS. Allen, J. Segurola, M. Edge, E. Santamari, A. McMahon,et al.(1999). A comparative kinetic study of commercial photoinitiators for UV/visible curable acrylate clear coatings.Surface Coatings International Part B: Coatings International.82(2), pp.67-76.

J. Segurola, NS. Allen, M. Edge, A. McMahon, I. Roberts (1999). Comparative study of the relationship between structure and rheology properties of UV-curable reactive diluent monomers.Polymers Paint Colour Journal.

CM. Liauw, A. Childs, NS. Allen, M. Edge, KR. Franklin,et al.(1999). Effect of interactions between stabilisers and silica used for anti-blocking applications on UV and thermal stability of polyolefin film 1. Adsorption studies.Polymer Degradation and Stability.63(3), pp.391-397.

NS. Allen, J. Segurola, M. Edge, A. McMahon, I. Roberts (1999). A comparative kinetic study of UV-curable resins the relationship between structure and rheology.JOCCA - Surface Coatings International.82(6), pp.285-292.

J. Segurola, NS. Allen, M. Edge, A. McMahon, S. Wilson (1999). Photoyellowing and discolouration of UV cured acrylated clear coatings systems: Influence of photoinitiator type.Polymer Degradation and Stability.64(1), pp.39-48.

R. Benavides, M. Edge, NS. Allen, MM. Tellez (1999). Polyene formation in poly(vinyl chloride) stabilised with pre-heated metal stearates.Polymer Bulletin.42(3), pp.273-279.

NS. Allen, L. Khan, M. Edge, M. Billings, J. Veres (1998). Studies on UV and thermally radical induced cross-linked polymer networks as charge-transport layers in electrophotographic coating applications.Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry.116(3), pp.235-244.

R. Benavides, M. Edge, NS. Allen, MM. Téllez (1998). Stabilization of poly(vinyl chloride) with preheated metal stearates and costabilizers. II. Use of a polyol.Journal of Applied Polymer Science.68(1), pp.11-27.

R. Benavides, M. Edge, NS. Allen, MM. Téllez (1998). Stabilization of poly(vinyl chloride) with preheated metal stearates and costabilizers. I. Use of a β-diketone.Journal of Applied Polymer Science.68(1), pp.1-10.

R. Benavides, M. Edge, NS. Allen, MM. Tellez (1998). Stabilization of poly(vinyl chloride) with preheated metal stearates and costabilizers. II. Use of a polyol.Journal of Applied Polymer Science.68(1), pp.11-27.

R. Benavides, M. Edge, NS. Allen, MM. Tellez (1998). Stabilization of poly(vinyl chloride) with preheated metal stearates and costabilizers. I. Use of a β-diketone.Journal of Applied Polymer Science.68(1), pp.1-10.

NS. Allen, T. Corrales, M. Edge, FCC. Peinado, . Maria-Blanco-Pinar,et al.(1998). Photochemistry and photopolymerisation activities of novel alkylthiobenzophenone photoinitiators.European Polymer Journal.34(3-4), pp.303-308.

M. Edge, R. Janes, J. Robinson, N. Allen, F. Thompson,et al.(1998). Microwave photodielectric and photoconductivity studies on titanium dioxide exposed to continuous, polychromatic irradiation Part I: A novel analytical tool to assess the photoactivity of titanium dioxide.Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry.113(2), pp.171-180.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, T. Corrales, F. Catalina (1998). Stabiliser interactions in the thermal and photooxidation of titanium dioxide pigmented polypropylene films.Polymer Degradation and Stability.61(1), pp.139-149.

NS. Allen, T. Corrales, M. Edge, F. Catalina, M. Blanco-Pina,et al.(1998). Photochemistry and photopolymerization activities of novel phenylthiobenzophenone and diphenylthiophene photoinitiators.Polymer.39(4), pp.903-909.

AM. Morrow, NS. Allen, M. Edge (1998). Photodegradation of water-based acrylic coatings containing silica.Journal of Coatings Technology.70(880), pp.65-72.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, J. Daniels, D. Royall (1998). Spectroscopic analysis of organic contaminants in terephthalic acid: Colour implications in poly(ethylene terephthalate) manufacture.Polymer Degradation and Stability.62(2), pp.373-383.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, T. Corrales, A. Childs, CM. Liauw,et al.(1998). Ageing and stabilisation of filled polymers: An overview.Polymer Degradation and Stability.61(2), pp.183-199.

R. Janes, M. Edge, J. Robinson, NS. Allen, F. Thompson (1998). Microwave photodielectric and photoconductivity studies of commercial titanium dioxide pigments: The influence of transition metal dopants.Journal of Materials Science.33(12), pp.3031-3036.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, F. Catalina, T. Corrales, M. Blanco-Pina,et al.(1997). Photochemistry and photocuring activities of novel substituted 4′-(4-methylphenylthio)benzophenones as photoinitiators.Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry.110(2), pp.183-190.

NS. Allen, G. Pullen, M. Edge, I. Weddell, R. Swart,et al.(1997). Photochemistry and photopolymerization activity of monomers and copolymers of 2-substituted amidoanthraquinone and acryloxyanthraquinone with methyl methacrylate.Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry.109(1), pp.71-75.

R. Benavides, M. Edge, NS. Allen, M. Shah (1997). The mode of action of metal stearate stabilisers in poly(vinyl chloride)—IV. The application of fluorescence spectroscopy to characterise chromophoric species.Polymer Degradation and Stability.57(1), pp.25-30.

NS. Allen, NG. Salleh, M. Edge, T. Corrales, M. Shah,et al.(1997). Photochemistry and photoinitiator properties of novel 1-chloro-substituted thioxanthones. Part I: Influence of 4-acyloxy substitution.Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry.103(1-2), pp.185-189.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, AR. Jasso, T. Corrales, M. Tellez-Rosas (1997). Control of stereoregularity in poly(methyl methacrylate) by photoinitiated polymerization.Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry.102(2-3), pp.253-258.

NS. Allen, NG. Salleh, M. Edge, T. Corrales, M. Shah,et al.(1997). Photochemistry and photoinitiator properties of novel 1-chloro-substituted thioxanthones-II. Influence of 4-oxy and 1-phenylthio substitution.European Polymer Journal.33(10-12), pp.1639-1643.

NS. Allen, JL. Thomas, M. Edge, GW. Follows, R. Heinz (1997). Influence of dyeing parameters and fibre setting on the lightfastness properties of acid dyed nylon 6,6 fibres.Dyes and Pigments.34(3), pp.169-180.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, T. Corrales, A. Childs, C. Liauw,et al.(1997). Entrapment of stabilisers in silica: I. Controlled release of additives during polypropylene degradation.Polymer Degradation and Stability.56(2), pp.125-139.

JC. Harthan, M. Edge, NS. Allen, M. Bodner (1997). The development and evaluation of a sensory system to detect degradation in cellulose triacetate photographic film. Part II: Selection of a solid support for the indicator and field trials on indicator performance.Imaging Science Journal.45(2), pp.81-83.

JC. Harthan, M. Edge, NS. Allen, H. Schou (1997). The development and evaluation of a sensory system to detect degradation in cellulose triacetate photographic film. Part I: The detection of acetic acid evolved from degrading cellulose triacetate photographic film.Imaging Science Journal.45(2), pp.77-80.

M. Shah, NS. Allen, M. Edge, S. Navaratnam, F. Catalina (1996). Photochemistry and photoinitiation activity of radical polymerization of 2-substituted anthraquinone derivatives. III. Nanosecond laser flash photolysis study.Journal of Applied Polymer Science.62(2), pp.319-340.

NS. Allen, NG. Salleh, M. Edge, T. Corrales, M. Shah,et al.(1996). Photochemistry and photoinitiator properties of 4-substituted amidobenzophenones and imidobenzophenones.Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry.99(2-3), pp.191-196.

M. Shah, NS. Allen, M. Edge, S. Navaratnam, F. Catalina (1996). Photochemistry and photoinitiation activity of radical polymerization of 2-substituted anthraquinone derivatives. III. Nanosecond laser flash photolysis study.Journal of Applied Polymer Science.62(2), pp.319-340.

GK. Pullen, NS. Allen, M. Edge, I. Weddell, R. Swart,et al.(1996). Anthraquinone photoinitiators for free radical polymerisation: Structure dependence on photopolymerisation activity.European Polymer Journal.32(8), pp.943-955.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, T. Corrales, M. Shah, D. Holdsworth,et al.(1996). Thermal and photooxidation of polypropylene influence of long-term ambient oxidation: Spectroscopic, thermal and light scattering studies.Polymer.37(12), pp.2323-2333.

M. Edge, R. Wiles, NS. Allen, WA. McDonald, SV. Mortlock (1996). Characterisation of the species responsible for yellowing in melt degraded aromatic polyesters - I: Yellowing of poly(ethylene terephthalate).Polymer Degradation and Stability.53(2), pp.141-151.

R. Benavides, M. Edge, NS. Allen, M. Mellor, H. Harvey,et al.(1996). The evaluation of an innovative costabiliser for poly(vinyl chloride) - II. Interactions between metal stearates and the costabiliser.Polymer Degradation and Stability.53(3), pp.319-327.

R. Benavides, M. Edge, NS. Allen, M. Mellor, H. Harvey,et al.(1996). The evaluation of an innovative costabiliser for poly(vinyl chloride) - I. Inhibition of discolouration and stabilisation performance in the polymer.Polymer Degradation and Stability.53(3), pp.311-318.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, MT. Rosas, AR. Jasso, T. Corrales (1996). A gravimetric and spectroscopic study on the photoinduced radical Co-polymerisation of methyl and allyl methacrylates: Kinetic and structural properties.Journal of Photopolymer Science and Technology.9(1), pp.143-156.

NS. Allen, G. Pullen, M. Shah, M. Edge, D. Holdsworth,et al.(1995). Photochemistry and photoinitiator properties of 2-substituted anthraquinones 1. Absorption and luminescence characteristics.Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology, A: Chemistry.91(1), pp.73-79.

M. Edge, NS. Allen, R. Wiles, W. McDonald, SV. Mortlock (1995). Identification of luminescent species contributing to the yellowing of poly(ethyleneterephthalate) on degradation.Polymer.36(2), pp.227-234.

NS. Allen, G. Pullen, M. Edge, I. Weddell, F. Catalina (1995). Photoinitiator properties of 2-substituted amido and acryloxyanthraquinones.European Polymer Journal.31(1), pp.15-21.

R. Benavides, M. Edge, NS. Allen, M. Shah, MM. Tellez (1995). The mode of action of metal stearate stabilisers in poly (vinyl chloride). III. Influence of pre-heating on polyene formation and secondary reactions.Polymer Degradation and Stability.48(3), pp.377-385.

R. Benavides, M. Edge, NS. Allen (1995). The mode of action of metal stearate stabilisers in poly (vinyl chloride): II. Influence of pre-heating on induction times and carbonyl formation.Polymer Degradation and Stability.49(1), pp.205-211.

NS. Allen, G. Pullen, M. Shah, M. Edge, I. Weddell,et al.(1995). Photochemistry and photoinitiator properties of 2-substituted anthraquinones: 2. Photopolymerization and flash photolysis.Polymer.36(24), pp.4665-4674.

IC. Barker, NS. Allen, M. Edge, JA. Sperry, RJ. Batten (1994). Synthesis, photochemistry and cross-linking of visibly sensitised photopolymers of PVA based on (E)-2-(4-formylstyryl)-3,4-dimethylthiazolium methylsulfate.Journal of the Chemical Society, Faraday Transactions.90(24), pp.3677-3683.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, J. He, W. Chen, K. Kikkawa,et al.(1994). Effect of processing on the thermal and photooxidative behaviour of 2-hydroxybenzophenone stabilisers in polyolefin films: Influence of 2,2,6,6-tetramethylpiperidine substitution.Polymer Degradation and Stability.44(1), pp.99-105.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, A. Rahman, W. Chen, M. Shah,et al.(1994). Thermal and photooxidative stabilisation behaviour of 4-naphthyl esters of 2-hydroxybenzophenone and 3,5-di-tert-butylphenol in polyolefin films.Polymer Degradation and Stability.44(2), pp.249-255.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, M. Mohammadian, K. Jones (1994). Physicochemical aspects of the environmental degradation of poly(ethylene terephthalate).Polymer Degradation and Stability.43(2), pp.229-237.

R. Benavides, M. Edge, NS. Allen (1994). The mode of action of metal stearate stabilisers in poly(vinyl chloride). I. Influence of pre-heating on melt complexation.Polymer Degradation and Stability.44(3), pp.375-378.

M. Edge, NS. Allen, JH. He, M. Derham, Y. Shinagawa (1994). Physical aspects of the thermal and hydrolytic ageing of polyester, polysulphone and polycarbonate films.Polymer Degradation and Stability.44(2), pp.193-200.

IC. Barker, NS. Allen, M. Edge, JA. Sperry, RJ. Batten (1993). Determination of the structural configuration and the cross-linking reaction between 2-p-(formylstyryl)-3,4-dimethylthiazol-3-ium moieties in photosensitive polymers.Journal of the Chemical Society, Faraday Transactions.89(24), pp.4327-4332.

NS. Allen, JP. Hurley, M. Edge, GW. Follows, I. Weddell,et al.(1993). Excited state properties of 2-acrylated anthraquinones.Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology, A: Chemistry.71(2), pp.109-113.

M. Edge, NS. Allen, M. Hayes, TS. Jewitt, K. Brems,et al.(1993). Degradation of magnetic tape: Support and binder stability.Polymer Degradation and Stability.39(2), pp.207-214.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, J. He, W. Chen, K. Kikkawa,et al.(1993). Thermal and photooxidative behaviour of 2-hydroxybenzophenone stabilisers in polyolefin films: Effect of 4-butoxy-4-amino-tetramethylpiperidine substitution.Polymer Degradation and Stability.42(3), pp.293-306.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, I. Sideridou, F. Catalina, T. Correlales,et al.(1993). Spectroscopic properties and photopolymerization activities of water soluble 1-substituted derivatives of 2-hydroxy-3-(9-oxo-9H-thioxanthene-4-yloxy)-N,N,N-trimethyl-1-propanaminium chloride salt.Polymer.34(1), pp.21-24.

M. Edge, NS. Allen, W. Chen, CV. Horie (1993). Degradation of magnetic tape: binder oxidation studies.European Polymer Journal.29(8), pp.1031-1035.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, M. Mohammadian, K. Jones (1993). UV and thermal hydrolytic degradation of poly(ethylene terephthalate): importance of hydroperoxides and benzophenone end groups.Polymer Degradation and Stability.41(2), pp.191-196.

NS. Allen, IC. Barker, M. Edge, DAR. Williams, JA. Sperry,et al.(1992). Spectroscopic properties and photodimerisation of water soluble poly(vinyl alcohol) modified with pendant (E)-2- [p-formylstyryl]-3,4-dimethyl-thiazolium methyl sulphate groups: polymer and model chromophore studies.Journal of Photochemistry and Photobiology A: Chemistry.68(2), pp.227-237.

M. Edge, NS. Allen (1992). FACTORS INFLUENCING LONGEVITY OF AERIAL PHOTOGRAPHIC PRODUCTS ON ARCHIVAL STORAGE.The Photogrammetric Record.14(80), pp.207-218.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, JH. He, F. Thompson (1992). Electrophotographic and microwave photodielectric studies (I) effect of various transition metal dopants on titanium dioxide pigments in the solid state.Dyes and Pigments.20(3), pp.211-226.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, S. Conway, DA. Doyle, EM. Howells,et al.(1992). Thermal and photooxidative behaviour of novel 4-substituted alicyclic amino-2-hydroxybenzophenone stabilizers in polypropylene and high density polyethylene films.Polymer Degradation and Stability.38(1), pp.85-92.

M. Edge, NS. Allen, DAR. Williams, F. Thompson, V. Horie (1992). Methods for predictive stability testing of archival polymers: A preliminary assessment of cellulose triacetate based motion picture film.Polymer Degradation and Stability.35(2), pp.147-155.

M. Mohammadian, NS. Allen, M. Edge, K. Jones (1991). Environmental Degradation of Poly ( ethylene Terephthalate ).Textile Research Journal.61(11), pp.690-696.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, S. Conway, DA. Doyle, EM. Howells,et al.(1991). Synthesis and thermal and photo-oxidative behaviour of novel 4-substituted alicyclic amino-2-hydroxybenzophenone stabilizers in polypropylene films.European Polymer Journal.27(12), pp.1365-1371.

M. Edge, M. Hayes, M. Mohammadian, NS. Allen, TS. Jewitt,et al.(1991). Aspects of poly(ethylene terephthalate) degradation for archival life and environmental degradation.Polymer Degradation and Stability.32(2), pp.131-153.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, M. Mohammadian, K. Jones (1991). Hydrolytic degradation of poly(ethylene terephthalate): Importance of chain scission versus crystallinity.European Polymer Journal.27(12), pp.1373-1378.

M. Edge, NS. Allen, TS. Jewitt, CV. Horie (1990). The inhibition of oxidative and hydrolytic degradation pathways in archival cellulose-triacetate base cinematograph films.Polymer Degradation and Stability.29(1), pp.31-48.

M. Edge, NS. Allen, M. Hayes, PNK. Riley, CV. Horie,et al.(1990). Mechanisms of deterioration in cellulose nitrate base archival cinematograph film.European Polymer Journal.26(6), pp.623-630.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, JH. Appleyard, TS. Jewitt, CV. Horie,et al.(1989). Degradation of cellulose triacetate cinematographic film: Prediction of archival life.Polymer Degradation and Stability.23(1), pp.43-50.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, JH. Appleyard, TS. Jewitt, CV. Horie,et al.(1988). Acid-catalysed degradation of historic cellulose triacetate, cinematographic film: Influence of various film parameters.European Polymer Journal.24(8), pp.707-712.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, JH. Appleyard, TS. Jewitt, CV. Horie,et al.(1987). Degradation of historic cellulose triacetate cinematographic film: The vinegar syndrome.Polymer Degradation and Stability.19(4), pp.379-387.

·Chapters in books

M. Edge (2011). Infrared Spectroscopy in Analysis of Polymer Degradation. In:Encyclopedia of Analytical Chemistry Applications, Theory and Instrumentation. John Wiley & Sons, Ltd,

M. Edge (1996). Accelerated ageing and stability tests. Lifetime prediction: Fact or Fantasy?. In:Research Techniques in Photographic Conservation Proceedings of the Conference in Copenhagen, 14-19 May 1995. Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts,

M. Edge, NS. Allen, JP. Hurley, G. Pullen, A. Rahman,et al.(1995). Photochemical Crosslinking and Photoinitiator Properties of 2-Substituted Anthraquinones. In:Current Trends in Polymer Photochemistry. Ellis Horwood Limited,

M. Edge (1995). Photochemistry and photocrosslinking of a novel water-soluble photopolymer grafted with a thiazolium group. In:Current Trends in Polymer Photochemistry. Ellis Horwood Limited,

M. Edge (1993). UV and Electron Beam Curable Prepolymers and Diluent Monomers: Classification, Preparation and Properties. In:Radiation Curing in Polymer Science and Technology Fundamentals and methods. Springer Science & Business Media,

M. Edge, M. Derham, DAR. Williams, DM. Williamson (1992). The Degradation of Cellulose Triacetate Studied by Nuclear Magnetic Resonance Spectroscopy and Molecular Modelling. In:Polymers in conservation.

M. Edge (1992). Polymer Photochemistry. In:Photochemistry. Royal Society of Chemistry,

M. Edge, NS. Allen (1991). Polymer Photochemistry. In:Photochemistry. Royal Society of Chemistry,

·Conferences

M. Edge Environmental Photocatalytic Coatings: Activity and Applications. Sestri Levante, Italy, 31/8/2009.

M. Edge (2003). End-of-Life Domestic Appliances: Recycling Solutions. The Law Society, London, 14/5/2003.

M. Edge Maintaining a Balanced Perspective on Stability and Storage Conditions. Madrid, Spain, 13/12/2001.

M. Edge Difficulties in Communicating Uncertainties in Measurements Using a Photographic Conservation Model. UMIST, 19/3/2001.

M. Edge Microwave and ESR Spectroscopic Methods for Measuring Interactions During the Cure of Carbon Black and Natural Rubber. Palermo, Sicily, Italy, 3/9/2000.

M. Edge Enhanced Paints and Coatings using Encapsulation of Biocidal Additives. Vouliagmengi, Athens, Greece, 3/7/2000.

M. Edge Enhanced Performance of Biocidal Additives in Paints and Coatings. University of Salford, 14/9/1999.

M. Edge The Application of High Frequency Microwave Dielectric Loss Spectroscopy to Study Polymer-Filler Interactions. State University of Polotsk, Belorussia, 26/4/1999.

M. Edge In-Situ Monitoring of the Photoactivity of Titanium Dioxide: Real-Time Microwave Photodielectric and Photoconductivity Studies. Brisbane, Australia, 1/7/1998.

M. Edge The Use of Silica to Control the Release of Biocides in Paints and Coatings. Mulhouse, France, 1/6/1998.

M. Edge, A. Morrow, D. Aldcroft, H. Jones Degradation of Water-Based Coatings Containing Silica. New Orleans, USA, 5/2/1997.

M. Edge The Decay of Polymers Used as Information Carriers. National Film Theatre, London, 1/9/1995.

M. Edge Inhibition of Yellowing in Recycled Poly(ethylene terephthalate). Luzern, Switzerland, 12/6/1995.

M. Edge Film Stability: He who 'acetates' is lost. ASLIB Information House, London, 22/5/1995.

M. Edge Lifetime Predictions: Fact or Fantasy?. Det Kongelige Danske Kunstakademi, Copenhagen, Denmark, 14/5/1995.

M. Edge Identifying and Preventing Deterioration in Photographic Film. Swindon, 21/3/1995.

M. Edge Factors Influencing the Breakdown of Photographic Film: Implications for Archival Storage. Institut du Monde Arabe, Paris, France, 16/5/1994.

M. Edge, DM. Williams, M. Derham A Study Of the Role of Plasticisers in the Degradation of Cellulose Acetates by Modelling and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance. Chicago, USA, 21/8/1993.

M. Edge Applications of Photodielectric Spectroscopy to the Study of the Photoactivity of Titanium Dioxide in Polymeric Matrices. Chicago, USA, 21/8/1993.

M. Edge Environmental Degrdation of Poly(ethylene terephthalate) by Hydrolysis: Annealing, Crystallisation and Chain-Scission. Kunstoffe Institut, Vienna, Austria, 12/10/1992.

M. Edge Correlation of Physico-Chemical Changes on Thermal and UV Degradation of Poly(ethylene terephthalate). University of Cambridge, 16/9/1992.

M. Edge (1992). The Stability of Aerial Photographic Film. In:PHOTOGRAMMETRIC RECORD. Burlington House, 25/2/1991. pp.207-218.

M. Edge Degradation and Stabilisation of Cellulose Triacetate Base Motion-Picture Film. Rochester, New York, USA, 17/6/1990.

M. Edge The Deterioration of Polymers in Audio-Visual Materials. Ottawa, Canada, 3/5/1990.

M. Edge Support Stability in Audio-Visual Materials. Ottawa, Canada, 9/4/1990.

M. Edge, NS. Allen, TS. Jewitt (1989). Long-term stability of cellulose-ester coatings. In:Proceedings of the Water-borne and Higher-solids Coatings Symposium. pp.163-174.

M. Edge, NS. Allen, TS. Jewitt, CV. Horie (1989). Fundamental aspects of the degradation of cellulose triacetate base cinematograph film. In:Polymer Degradation and Stability. Kingston Polytechnic, 6/9/1989. pp.345-362.

M. Edge Aspects of the Stability of Information Storage Materials. University of Oxford, 27/8/1989.

M. Edge, NS. Allen, TS. Jewitt, CV. Horie (1989). The long-term stability of cellulose ester coatings. In:Polymer Degradation and Stability. New Orleans, USA, 1/2/1989. pp.221-229.

M. Edge Predication of the Archival Life of Cinematograph Film. University of Sussex, 7/9/1988.

M. Edge Cellulose Acetate: An Archival Polymer Falls Apart. University of Edinburgh, 5/9/1988.

NS. Allen, M. Edge, JH. Appleyard, TS. Jewitt, CV. Horie,et al.(1988). ACID-CATALYSED HYDROLYTIC DEGRADATION OF HISTORIC CELLULOSE TRIACETATE CINEMATOGRAPHIC FILM: THE VINEGAR SYNDROME. In:Proceedings of the Water-borne and Higher-solids Coatings Symposium. New Orleans, USA, 3/2/1988. pp.94-103.

·Reports

M. EdgeDTI Global Trade Watch Mission, Japan 2007., DTI, FCO (Japan).

Awards, Honours & Distinctions

Other distinctions

Business Development Associate, OMBC (2003-2007). Development of new micro- and social- enterprise in the environmental technologies sector

Manchester Met full-time employee and will teach at Manchester Metropolitan Joint Institute, Hubei University.