Nanotechnologies and Nanomaterials for Diagnostic, Conservation and Restoration of Cultural Heritage

Shows how nanotechnology and nanomaterials can be used to improve the preservation, protection and restoration of artwork and other historical artifacts

Giuseppe Lazzara (Edited by), Rawil F. Fakhrullin (Edited by)

9780128139103

Paperback, published 26 October 2018

432 pages
23.4 x 19 x 2.7 cm, 0.84 kg

Approx.410 pages

1. Advanced microscopy techniques for nanoscale diagnosis of Cultural Heritage 2. Neutron tomography 3. Synchrotron Radiation Imaging 4. Thermal analysis and analytical methods 5. Raman Spectroscopy and imaging 6. Multispectral and Fluorescence imaging 7. Nanoparticles for paper and wooden artefacts 8. Smart nanomaterials for cleaning 9. Parchments and canvas, from protein structure to artwork conservations 10. Enzymes and microorganisms for cleaning 11. Case studies from archaeological sites and museums 12. Conclusions, perspectives for Nanotechnologies and Nanomaterials in diagnosis, conservation and restoration of Cultural Heritage

Subject Areas: Materials science [TGM], Nanotechnology [TBN]