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Prof. Maarten van Bommel (University of Amsterdam) specializes in Conservation Science, focusing on the chemical characterization of organic colorants in cultural heritage objects. His interdisciplinary research bridges History of Art, Materials Science, and Analytical Chemistry, with particular emphasis on synthetic dye degradation and retouching techniques using colored light.
Research Interests: His work explores the identification of historical synthetic dyes, degradation mechanisms of organic pigments, and advanced analytical methods like UHPLC-PDA-HRMS for dye mixtures. Key projects include 'WetDress', 'PAPTEXT', and 'Iperion-CH', addressing textile conservation and color prediction.
Publications demonstrate expertise in triarylmethane dyes, azo dyes, and sulfur dyes, with a focus on their historical synthesis pathways and photostability. His recent book Bright Colours from the Past (2025) consolidates synthetic dye history from 1856–1914.
Collaborations: He works with institutions like Rijksdienst voor Cultureel Erfgoed and Kikirpa, employing techniques such as pyrolysis-GC-MS for Asian lacquer analysis and ion chromatography for unstable glass identification.
