1. Published

   Wood polymer composites

   Spear, M. J., Eder, A. & Carus, M., 1 Aug 2015, Wood Composites. Ansell, M. P. (ed.). 2015 ed. Woodhead Publishing Ltd, p. 195-249

   Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter

2. Published

   Wood modification with phenol urea formaldehyde (PUF) resin: the influence of wood species selection on the dimensional stability

   Kupfernagel, C., Spear, M., Pitman, A. & Ormondroyd, G., Feb 2023, In: European Journal of Wood and Wood Products. 81, 1, p. 5-19

   Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

3. Published

   Wood in Construction in the UK: An Analysis of Carbon Abatement Potential. Extended Summary. Published as an annex to the Committee on Climate Change report "Biomass in a low-carbon economy".

   Spear, M., Hill, C., Norton, A., Price, C. & Ormondroyd, G., 18 Jul 2019, Committee on Climate Change. 28 p.

   Research output: Book/Report › Commissioned report › peer-review

4. Published

   Wood based panels in modern methods of construction for housing: greenhouse gas abatement analysis

   Spear, M., Norton, A., Hill, C., Price, C. & Ormondroyd, G., 8 Oct 2019, p. 95-108. 14 p.

   Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper

5. Published

   Wood Plastic Composites: surface modification with heat to improve the adhesion ability

   Dimitriou, A., Spear, M. & Hale, M., 7 Sept 2015, Advances in modified and functional bio-based surfaces, Proceedings of COST Action FP1006.

   Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution

6. Published

   Wood Modification with Phenol Formaldehyde Resin and its Influence on the Dimensional Stability of Homegrown and Imported Hardwoods

   Kupfernagel, C., Spear, M., Pitman, A. & Ormondroyd, G., 14 Oct 2021, p. 12-15. 4 p.

   Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper

7. Published

   Use of DMA to Evaluate the Modification of Tropical Hardwood Timbers by Cashew Nut Shell Liquid (CNSL) Resin

   Spear, M., Ashaduzzaman, M., Ormondroyd, G. & Hale, M., 25 Apr 2022, p. 142-145. 4 p.

   Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

8. Published

   Transcrystalline Interphases in Polypropylene Composites: Exploring the Possibilities

   Spear, M., Hill, C. & Tomkinson, J., 19 May 2005, Proceedings of the 7th International Conference on Woodfiber-Plastic Composites (and other natural fibers). Madison, WI: Forest Products Society, p. 49-57 8 p.

   Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution

9. Published

   Timber and Carbon for Corporate Reporting: Can We Declare Stored Carbon, Substitution Benefits, or Both?

   Spear, M., 5 Jul 2022.

   Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper

10. Published

    The effects of fatigue cycling on acetylated, thermally treated and PF-modified Scots pine

    Kupfernagel, C., Curling, S., Spear, M. & Ormondroyd, G., 9 Sept 2020, p. 153-164. 12 p.

    Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper

11. Published

    The effect of the changes in chemical composition due to thermal treatment on the mechanical properties of Pinus densiflora

    Peng, Q., Spear, M., Ormondroyd, G. & Chang, W., 5 Dec 2022, In: Construction and Building Materials. 358, 129303.

    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

12. Published

    The effect of pH on surface activation of wood polymer composites (WPCs) with hydrogen peroxide for improved adhesion

    Dimitriou, A., Hale, M. & Spear, M., Oct 2018, In: International Journal of Adhesion and Adhesives. 85, October, p. 44-57 14 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

13. Published

    The effect of four methods of surface activation for improved adhesion of wood polymer composites (WPCs)

    Dimitriou, A., Hale, M. & Spear, M., Jul 2016, In: International Journal of Adhesion and Adhesives. 68, July, p. 188-194

    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

14. Published

    The chamical interactions between phenolic resin and wood studied by liquid-state NMR spectroscopy

    Kupfernagel, C., Yelle, D., Spear, M., Pitman, A. & Ormondroyd, G., 15 Apr 2024, p. 104-105. 2 p.

    Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper

15. Published

    The Viscoelastic Behaviour of Waterlogged Archaeological Wood Treated with Methyltrimethoxysilane

    Broda, M., Spear, M., Curling, S. & Ormondroyd, G., 8 Sept 2021, In: Materials. 14, 18, 20 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

16. Published

    The Opportunities and Challenges for Re-use and Recycling of Timber and Wood Products Within the Construction Sector

    Ormondroyd, G. A., Spear, M. J. & Skinner, C. J., 22 Mar 2016, Environmental Impacts of Traditional and Innovative Forest-based Bioproducts; Environmental Footprints and Eco-design of Products and Processes. Muthu, S. S. & Kutnar, A. (eds.). Springer, p. 45-103 59 p.

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter

17. Published

    The Effect of Material Fatigue on Differently Modified Wood

    Kupfernagel, C., Curling, S., Spear, M. & Ormondroyd, G., 25 Apr 2022, p. 292-300. 9 p.

    Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper

18. Published

    Science to Policy: Nature-based solutions for the built environment

    Wiik, E., Ormondroyd, G., Spear, M., Curling, S., Raghavalu Thirumalai Prabhakaran, D., Donnison, I., Robson, P., Bosch, M., Wootton-Beard, P. C., Hindhaugh, R., Jones, P., Waldron, D., Xing, Y. & Toberman, H., Mar 2019, Ser Cymru National Research Network for Low Carbon, Energy and Environment. (Science to Policy)

    Research output: Book/Report › Commissioned report

19. Published

    Scale up of mild thermal modification for cladding and joinery products

    Spear, M., Curling, S. & Ormondroyd, G., 3 Jul 2019, p. 113-117. 5 p.

    Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper

20. Published

    SIMULATION MODEL TO EVALUATE HUMAN COMFORT FACTORS FOR AN OFFICE IN A BUILDING

    Raghavalu Thirumalai, D., Curling, S., Spear, M. & Ormondroyd, G., 24 Aug 2018, MDPI AG Proceedings Journal. Vol. 2(15). p. 1126 4 p. https://doi.org/10.3390/proceedings2151126

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review

21. Published

    Review of the use of PF and related resins for modification of solid wood

    Stefanowski, B., Spear, M. & Pitman, A., 26 Jun 2018, Timber 2018. Spear, M. (ed.). London, p. 165-179 15 p.

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution

22. Published

    Review of Functional Treatments For Modified Wood

    Spear, M., Curling, S., Dimitriou, A. & Ormondroyd, G., 12 Mar 2021, In: Coatings. 11, 3, 29 p., 327.

    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

23. Published

    Properties of wood following treatment with a modified hot oil

    Jones, D., Tjeerdsma, B., Spear, M. & Hill, C., 6 Oct 2005, Proceedings of the 2nd European Conference on Wood Modification. Militz, H. & Hill, C. (eds.). Goettingen, Germany, p. 202-207 6 p.

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution

24. Published

    Properties of LIGNIA modified wood

    Stefanowski, B. K., Spear, M., Curling, S., Pitman, A., Bailey, R., Mathias, J., Evans, N., Ayala, L., Theobald, T. & Ormondroyd, G., 9 Sept 2020, p. 177-188. 12 p.

    Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper

25. Published

    Preservation, protection and modification of wood composites

    Spear, M. J., 1 Aug 2015, Wood Composites. 2015 ed. Woodhead Publishing Ltd, p. 253-310

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter

26. Published

    Plants and architecture: the role of biology and biomimetics in materials development for buildings

    Raghavalu Thirumalai, D., Spear, M., Curling, S., Ormondroyd, G., Wootton-Beard, P. C., Donnison, I. & Jones, P., 2019, In: Intelligent Buildings International. 11, 3-4, p. 178-211

    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

27. Published

    Physical properties of UK grown larch subjected to mild and moderate thermal modification processes

    Spear, M., Binding, T., Nicholls, J., Jenkins, D. & Ormondroyd, G., 14 Sept 2015.

    Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper

28. Published

    Physical properties and durability of methacrylate impregnated timber

    Curling, S., Spear, M., Ormondroyd, G. & Gibson, R., 28 Sept 2017, Proceedings of the 13th Annual Northern European Network for Wood Science and Engineering Conference. Copenhagen: Univeristy Of Copenhagen

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution

29. Published

    Phenol Formaldehyde Resin Treatment of End Grain Cobbles for Flooring and Paving Applications

    Spear, M., Jones, D., Miles, C. & Ormondroyd, G., 25 Apr 2022, p. 407-414. 8 p.

    Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper

30. Published

    Percussion Nd:YAG Laser-incision of Radiata Pine: Effects of Laser Processing Parameters and Wood Anatomy

    Nath, S., Waugh, D., Ormondroyd, G., Spear, M., Curling, S., Pitman, A. & Mason, P., Jun 2022, In: Lasers in Manufacturing and Materials Processing. 9, 2, p. 173-192

    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

31. Published

    Paving the way: the potential for phenol formaldehyde resin treatment for durable end-grain cobbles

    Spear, M. & Jones, D., 9 Sept 2020, p. 165-176. 12 p.

    Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper

32. Published

    Oil Heat Treatment of Timber for Reduced Hygroscopicity

    Spear, M. J., Spear, M., Fleurentdidier, V., Stefanowski, B. & Ormondroyd, G. A., 7 Sept 2012.

    Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper

33. Published

    Natural Materials – Composition and Combinations

    Spear, M., 25 Sept 2018, Designing with natural materials. Ormondroyd, G. & Morris, A. (eds.). CRC Press, p. 29-110 82 p.

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Chapter

34. Published

    Natural Fibre Reinforced Polypropylene Composites: Assessing the Potential of Hemp and TMP Fibre

    Spear, M., Hill, C. & Tomkinson, J., 9 Oct 2002, Proceedings of the 6th European Panel Products Symposium.

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution

35. Published

    Moisture control in oil and bioresin heat treated timber.

    Spear, M. J., Fowler, P. A., Hill, C. A., Hale, M. D., Jones, D. (ed.), Militz, H. (ed.) & Ormondroyd, G. A. (ed.), 1 Jan 2007, p. 147-151.

    Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper

36. Published

    Modified wood: review of efficacy and service life testing

    Ormondroyd, G. A., Spear, M. J. & Curling, S. F., Aug 2015, In: Proceedings of the ICE - Construction Materials. 168, 4, p. 187-203

    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

37. Published

    Model study to compare drying rate through laser incisions in beech wood

    Spear, M., Pitman, A., Nath, S., Miles, C., Waugh, D., Mason, P. & Ormondroyd, G., 3 Jul 2019, p. 69-78. 10 p.

    Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper

38. Published

    Mild thermal modification to enhance the machinability of larch

    Spear, M. J., Binding, T., Jenkins, D., Nicholls, J. & Ormondroyd, G. A., 10 Mar 2014.

    Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper

39. Published

    Mild thermal modification to add value to UK grown larch: monitoring quality, physical properties and benefits

    Spear, M., Dimitriou, A., Binding, T. & Ormondroyd, G., 10 Mar 2016, Forest Resource and Products: Moving Toward a Sustainable Future .

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution › peer-review

40. Published

    Laser incision of wood for the modification of liquid impregnation

    Nath, S., Waugh, D., Spear, M., Ormondroyd, G., Pitman, A. & Mason, P., 3 Jul 2019, p. 55-67. 13 p.

    Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper

41. Published

    Laser incising of wood: A Review

    Nath, S., Waugh, D., Ormondroyd, G., Spear, M., Pitman, A., Curling, S. & Mason, P., 2020, In: Lasers in Engineering. 45, 4-6, p. 381-403 23 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

42. Published

    Laser Incision of woods: effects on liquid penetration

    Nath, S., Waugh, D., Spear, M., Ormondroyd, G., Pitman, A. & Mason, P., 14 Oct 2018. 9 p.

    Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster › peer-review

43. Published

    Laser Incising - A Philosophical Shift: From Timber Treatment to Wood Modification

    Spear, M., Mason, P., Williams, G. & Ormondroyd, G., 15 Apr 2024, p. 162. 1 p.

    Research output: Contribution to conference › Poster

44. Published

    Knowledge Transfer Partnership. Adding value to UK grown timber in construction

    Dimitriou, A., Ellis, P., Spear, M., Curling, S., Jones, R. & Ormondroyd, G., 6 Sept 2017.

    Research output: Contribution to conference › Paper › peer-review

45. Published

    Insights into stability of glued joints between thermally modified timber: adaptation of an artificial weathering test

    Spear, M., Teciu, R. & Ormondroyd, G., 17 Sept 2018, Proceedings of 9th European Conference on Wood Modification. Creemers, J. (ed.). 6 p.

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution

46. Published

    Influence of water and humidity on chemically modifying wood with polybutylene succinate bio-polyester

    Noel, M., Grigsby, W. J., Ormondroyd, G. & Spear, M., Jun 2016, In: International Wood Products Journal. 7, 2, p. 80-88

    Research output: Contribution to journal › Article › peer-review

47. Published

    Hot Oil and Resin Treated Timber: Resistance to Decay by Brown Rot Fungi

    Spear, M., Fowler, P., Hill, C. & Elias, R., 20 Sept 2006, Proceedings of ECOWOOD2006, 2nd International Conference on Environmentally-Compatible Forest Products. Fernando Pessoa University, Porto, 9 p.

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution

48. Published

    Guest Editorial

    Spear, M. (ed.) & Ormondroyd, G. (ed.), May 2012, In: International Wood Products Journal. 3, 1, p. 1 1 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journal › Editorial

49. Published

    Guest Editorial

    Spear, M. (ed.) & Ormondroyd, G. (ed.), 3 Sept 2014, In: International Wood Products Journal. 5, 3, p. 129 1 p.

    Research output: Contribution to journal › Editorial

50. Published

    Fluid flow in wood: investigation of the influence of laser incision parameters on uptake and flow paths in four wood species

    Spear, M., Holmberg, J., Nath, S., Pitman, A., Waugh, D., Mason, P., Curling, S. & Ormondroyd, G., 26 Jun 2018, Timber 2018. Spear, M. (ed.). London, p. 137-144 8 p.

    Research output: Chapter in Book/Report/Conference proceeding › Conference contribution