MAJOR THEMES
Analysis Based on Measurements/Evaluations in Archaeology and Art
- Novel methods, trends and developments
- Measurement techniques to uncover mysteries in art
- Radioactive dating methods
- Iconography
Applications to Inorganic and Organic Materials and Objects
- Paintings, pigments and dyes, minerals
- Plaster, stone, ceramic, pottery, glass
- Metals
- Textiles, manuscripts, paper
- Organic residues, biomaterials
Non-Invasive Spectroscopic Research and Analysis
- Non-destructive testing
- Re-constructing the evidence: Novel studies of historical objects
- Non-invasive preservation monitoring, new developments and applications
- Spectroscopic techniques as a conservation treatment tool in art and archaeology
Microarchaeology
- Re-constructing the evidence: Studies in archaeology
- On-site sampling and analysis
- Archaeometry and microanalyses
Authentication vs. Detection of Forgery
- Scientific examination of evidence of manufacture, use and provenance
- Complementary and comparative micro-analytical techniques refining interpretation of the past
- Museology; identifying and determining historical values proving authenticity; validation of reconstruction
Digital Imaging and Computer Science
- Digital applications in conservation of art and archaeology
- Reconstructing the evidence in art and archaeology using advanced digital techniques
- Contactless scanning of objects; morphometric measurements
Ethical Perspectives; Values and Principles at Stake
- Implementation of integrated strategies satisfying conservation code of practice and research code of ethics
- Public display, conservation treatment and scientific research, is it safe? Impact of handling on integrity of cultural heritage
- Measurements and calculations; dealing with margins of error and contamination problems
In addition, papers on biblical-related archaeological measurement evaluations and archaeology in the Holy Land are welcome
