Multidisciplinary Research for the Monitoring and Preventive Conservation of Cultural Heritage, 2nd Edition

Dear Colleagues,

Currently, the available technologies and methodologies for the monitoring and preventive conservation of cultural heritage are promising, and the scientific community has been finalizing studies to efficiently find approaches with effective and easy 3D documentation. The integration of different types of complementary information can greatly improve the diagnostic process for the conservation state of cultural heritage. The diagnostic process of stone material decay and the conservation state of works of art is very complex and cannot be described by a single discipline. The prevention and rehabilitation of monumental structures and movable works of art can only be successful by combining different methodologies. The multidisciplinary approach, starting from historic and architectural analysis to a complete characterization of stone building materials and movable works of art, is believed to have the greatest chance of success. Moreover, monumental structures, movable works of arts, and heritage sites are at risk from pollution, tourism, and geoenvironmental disasters, such as earthquakes or climatic changes; their protection is the duty of future generations.

This first edition of the Special Issue volume on multidisciplinary and interdisciplinary research in the field of cultural heritage presents a collection of scientific works illustrating diverse approaches aimed at non-invasive diagnosis on the state of conservation of cultural heritage. It marks an important step towards the advancement of interdisciplinary methodologies and has made a significant contribution to disseminating research that deepens our understanding of and improves conservation strategies.

As editors of the Special Issue, we thank all the authors who have contributed to its success.

The new (second) edition of this Special Issue, entitled "Multidisciplinary Research for the Monitoring and Preventive Conservation of Cultural Heritage", has been established to host high-quality scientific contributions reporting multi- and interdisciplinary research, which is critical for addressing emerging challenges and enhancing resilience in cultural heritage conservation strategies. Research that bridges multiple disciplines provides indispensable insights for safeguarding tangible cultural assets so that the cultural heritage can withstand, adapt to, and recover from adverse environmental events or climate change while preserving its cultural significance and intrinsic value. Accordingly, we particularly welcome contributions presenting research on diverse types of non-invasive diagnostic analyses of cultural heritage, since such studies are critical for advancing knowledge, informing conservation strategies, and ensuring the long-term preservation and resilience of cultural assets.

Dr. Silvana Fais
Dr. Giuseppe Casula
Guest Editors

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• cultural heritage conservation and preservation
• damage assessment
• materials characterization
• non-destructive diagnostic multitechniques
• risk evaluation
• monitoring.

• Multidisciplinary Research for the Monitoring and Preventive Conservation of Cultural Heritage in Minerals (8 articles)