You can now register for the @Conservators_UK event ‘How conservation can benefit from heritage science infrastructure.’ .16 October 2024, London.More info: #riches #icon24 #conservation.

RT @Kcurran6K: I'm very excited to be giving a talk for the ICON Modern Materials Group in a few weeks! I'll be discussing recent research….

RT @HertSci_UK: Really pleased to be at @ICONSci event on how #conservation can benefit from #HeritageScience infrastructure. Looking forwa….

@UkNatArchives @Tate @UKRI_News @NHM_London Finally, Victoria Kemp @AshmoleanMuseum is providing an overview on the @LeverhulmeTrust project on Ruskin’s materials started in 2022 by @TeaGhigo, and how this opened up new research projects, including on Hunt’s artworks, possible thanks to equipment obtained through CapCo.

@UkNatArchives @Tate @UKRI_News Fabiana Portoni and Anna Fenlon highlighted crucial research they are doing at @NHM_London in understanding what happens to collection during freeze treatment for Integrated Pest Management. They are determining the effect of low temperature on unregistered specimens using ESEM

@UkNatArchives Our second speaker Annette King showcased the successful results of the cleaning campaign @Tate on Warhol's Marilyn Diptych. Equipment used to support this conservation treatment was received through @UKRI_News CapCo Funds.

First, we heard from Dr Marc Vermeulen about the @UkNatArchives heritage science service provision and their future plan with #rRICHeS

Today at @UCL_ISH we are highlighting examples of conservation projects which have used heritage science facilities and expertise to inform and enhance their work. #capco #ahrc #riches

RT @HertSci_UK: This year’s lecture from @ICONSci is all about sustainability in conservation. Sign up to hear Piero Baglioni speak about h….

RT @ahrcpress: The science that underpins conservation & heritage in the UK is receiving a significant boost through the AHRC RICHeS progra….

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We are looking forward to welcoming group members to our AGM online and in-person at @ucl on October 24th. After the AGM, we will be hosting an evening lecture by Professor Piero Baglioni who will provide an update on his recent research on #sustainability in #conservation.

We are delighted to offer a 1-day workshop on Oddy and Air Exchange Testing held at @V_and_A on Thursday 31st October. David Thickett, Senior Conservation Scientist with @EnglishHeritage will lead the sessions.

RT @Conservators_UK: Congratulations to Icon member Dr. Bronwyn Ormsby on receiving the prestigious 2024 @MedalPlowden for Conservation! ….

RT @UkNatArchives: With new equipment and facilities, we plan to expand access across the archive and library landscape in the UK and abroa….

RT @lucianoor_m: The British Library is looking for a Conservation Scientist to join the Conservation team (full-time, permanent). Apply b….

Victoria Kemp, Leverhulme research assistant, will focus on the conservation of a Roman fresco and the scientific analysis carried out to prepare the large item for exhibition @AshmoleanMuseum.

Anna Fenlon and Fabiana Portoni, conservators @NHM_London, will discuss their project on the effects of low temperature treatments and the analyses carried out to detect potential physical change.

Annette King, painting conservator, will showcase examples of the benefits of close collaborations between conservators and heritage scientists to successfully deliver international research projects @Tate.