OOIR: Observatory of International Research

Papers

(The H4-Index of Polymer Degradation and Stability is 51. The table below lists those papers that are above that threshold based on CrossRef citation counts [max. 250 papers]. The publications cover those that have been published in the past four years, i.e., from 2022-08-01 to 2026-08-01.)

Article	Citations
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A multifunctional integrated coating reinforced with exfoliated boron nitride towards superior decorative, antibacterial, durable, and flame-retardant performances	145
Experimental characterization of epoxy/quartz composite material exposed to PDs	139
Editorial Board	127
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Editorial Board	116
Corrigendum to ‘Synthesis of a vanillin-derived bisDOPO co-curing agent rendering epoxy thermosets simultaneously improved flame retardancy, mechanical strength and transparency’ [Polymer Degradation	114
An eco-friendly PVA/XG/AP nanocomposite multifunctional shield for wood with high flame retardancy and superior thermal insulation	114
Simultaneous optical clarity and fire protection in Novolac resin via in situ amorphous silica and a liquid DOPO derivative	103
A “layer by layer plus UV curing” strategy for low-smoke, flame retardant polyurethane foams	98
Hygrothermal behavior of jute/PLA composites: assessment of hygroscopic internal stress and its impact on service life	95
Simulation of the Chalking of Silicone Rubber Based on Tetramethylammonium-Hydroxide-Catalyzed Scission Reaction	92
Low temperature carbonization flame-retardant mechanism of cotton fabric catalyzed by the composite of keratin and in-situ generated calcium alginate	87
Thermo-oxidative aging of semi-crystalline polyimide films: Experimental characterization and predictive modeling	87
Flame-retardant single-component epoxy resin cured by benzimidazolyl-substituted cyclotriphosphazene: Storage stability, curing behaviors and flame retardancy	86
Multi-functional solvent-free SiO2 nanofluid simultaneously improve major properties and fluidity of epoxy resin: A new strategy beyond nanofillers	84
Enhancing the performance of recyclable polyurea through coordination of rigid chain segments and graphene platelets	82
Synthesis of two TiO2-based prodegradant additives and their efficiency in inducing the accelerated photo-oxidation of low-density polyethylene	81
Biodegradability of oxidized films of polyhydroxyalkanoate copolymers containing 2-hydroxy-4-methylthiobutyrate unit in seawater	79
Experimental and simulation studies of the role of water on degradation of Polyetheretherketone under high pressure and high temperature conditions	78
Hierarchical structural design of aramid nanofiber/expandable graphite composite films: A synergistic integration strategy for superior flame retardancy, rapid fire early warning and enhanced photothe	76
Unraveling biodegradation behavior of poly(butylene succinate): Roles of formulation and environmental conditions	75
Exploratory DSC investigation on the solvolytic depolymerization of PET in varied solvent systems and in the presence of model additives and contaminants	75
Synthesis and characterization of methoxide-intercalated layered double hydroxide catalysts for the methanolysis of poly(bisphenol A carbonate)	71

Insights into the effect of different macromolecular architectures on the charring ability of polyethylene	68
One-pot preparation of flame-retardant waterborne polyurethane by glycolysis of PET with ionic liquids	67
A UV-curable coating constructed from bio-based phytic acid, D-sorbitol and glycine for flame retardant modification of rigid polyurethane foam	65
A review of ceramizable EPDM composites: Current status and future perspectives	65
“Anchoring-grafting” modified magnesium hydroxide synergized with red phosphorus for long-service-life flame-retardant EVA composites	64
Synergistic UV shielding and radical scavenging: Bifunctionalized ZnAl-LDH for enhanced photothermal oxidative stability of polypropylene	63
A facile technique to investigate the char strength and fire retardant performance towards intumescent epoxy nanocomposites containing different synergists	62
Non-migrating multifunctional macromolecular antioxidants based on hyperbranched polyglycerol for thermooxidative and photooxidative stabilization of polyolefins	59
Highly efficient halogen-free flame-retardant ethylene vinyl acetate rubber via covalent grafting strategy	59
A Step Forward in the Efficient Photostabilization of Recycled Polyethylene	58
Synergistic effect of zinc borate and microencapsulated black phosphorus nanosheets for improved flame retardancy and smoke-suppression performance of epoxy resin	58
Novel phosphorous-containing epoxy thermosets with improved anti-flammability, smoke suppression, and dielectric properties	56
Mini-review on degradation mechanism of perfluorosulfonic acid membranes induced by carboxylic end-groups	56
A novel phosphorus/nitrogen-containing polyacrylonitrile fiber with excellent flame retardancy and mechanical properties	56
Bio-based supramolecular intumescent coatings for wood fire protection	56
New modification strategy for thermoplastic polyurethane with high hygrothermal ageing resistance and flame retardancy	56
Microstructure regulation, thermal degradation behavior and thermal protection performance of mullite fiber felt/phenolic resin aerogel composites	56
Water-induced failure in polymer coatings: Mechanisms, impacts and mitigation strategies—A comprehensive review	56
Enhancing the recyclability of ELV plastic bumpers: Characterization of molecular, morphological, rheological, mechanical properties and ageing degradation	55
Adhesion behaviors and kinetics at silicone foam/metal interfaces	55
Preparation and fire prevention performance analysis of MOF hydrogel from waste inspired by the natural flame-retardant properties of pineapple peel	54
Biodegradation rate control with blends of poly(butylene succinate) and poly(butylene succinate-co-adipate)	54
Synthesis of magnolol-derived bisphosphate for fabrication of bismaleimide resins with intrinsic anti-flammability and smoke suppression	53
Time domain NMR evaluation of thermal and thermochemical aging of nitrile rubber on crosslinking and mechanical properties	53
Cyclization of L-(-)-arabitol as a cyclic building block in poly(butylene succinate) copolymer	52
Epoxy-based reflective adhesive for lamination of single-sided metallized film over glass fabric destined for its use as reflective layer in fire proximity clothing	52
Recycling of personal protective equipment: Sanitisation, degradation and polymer blend formulations	51
Systematic study of the condensed phase of phosphorus-based flame retarded foams	51
Catalyst-free sustainable epoxy vitrimers with fire safety offered by phosphorus-containing compounds	51