Geophysical Diagnostics of Heritage and Archaeology
A special issue of Heritage (ISSN 2571-9408).
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 30 April 2026 | Viewed by 15
Special Issue Editor
Interests: applied geophysics; GPR; archaeology
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
The study of cultural heritage and archaeology focuses on physical remains and material artifacts. Globally, numerous precious heritage sites require diagnostic assessment for conservation and protection. Furthermore, field archaeology often involves prospecting buried structures concealed by vegetation, soil, or water. However, excavation can cause irreversible damage, making non-invasive geophysical techniques increasingly essential.
Geophysical methods accurately identify, image, and map the spatial extent and geometries of near-surface archaeological features in a non-destructive and cost-effective manner. Recent advances in field acquisition, processing, and especially intelligent data interpretation have significantly enhanced these capabilities over the past decade.
This Special Issue will provide a platform for discussing cutting-edge geophysical technologies applied to heritage preservation and archaeological research. Through multidisciplinary case studies, we seek to foster exchange between applied geophysicists and cultural heritage experts, promote disciplinary development, and pave the way for more effective and innovative approaches in the future.
Dr. Wenke Zhao
Guest Editor
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Keywords
- geophysical diagnostics
- magnetic method
- electrical resistivity tomography (ERT)
- ground-penetrating radar (GPR)
- cultural heritage protection
- field archaeology
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