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

Nanotechnologies and Nanomaterials for Diagnostic, Conservation and Restoration of Cultural Heritage explores how advanced nanoscale techniques can help preserve artworks. The book covers lab-scale available techniques as well as advanced methods from neutron sources and X-ray spectroscopy. Other sections highlight a variety of nanomaterials with potential uses in treatments for restoration and conservation, with conservation, consolidation and long-term protection protocols analyzed in each case. The final chapter presents case studies, demonstrates how nanoscale techniques are used to conserve art, and shows what happens when misinterpretation of data sources leads to misdiagnosis.

The book is intended for scientists from academic and professional conservators, restorers who are involved in the conservation of artistic and historical artifacts, and those who want to learn how nanotechnology can increase the efficiency of conservation and protection techniques.

Cogently explains how nanotechnology is used in the preservation, protection and restoration of artworksExplores the best nanomaterials for a variety of situationsShows how nanomaterials can be used in restoration, for cleaning and in conservation treatmentsIncludes guidelines to prevent the misinterpretation of diagnostic data to help avoid misdiagnosis

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