OPTO-CH 2016 workshop
June 27- July 02, 2016
Join us for an exciting journey to Crete to become acquainted with the latest developments on non-invasive optical technologies and explore their field applications in Cultural Heritage research and conservation with emphasis to resilience against climate events
AIMS AND CONTENT
OPTO-CH 2016 workshop will introduce participants to applications of advanced laser-based technologies in Cultural Heritage (CH) science, diagnostics and conservation. Lectures from experts on modern laser diagnostic and analytical techniques, as well as on laser cleaning methodologies will be combined with practical demonstrations and laboratory hands-on sessions. Two days of field tests and experiments on-site at selected monuments in Crete is also foreseen.
TIME-LINE:
Application deadline: March 20, 2016
Notice of acceptance: March 29, 2016
OPTO-CH 2016 workshop: June 27- July 02, 2016
WORKSHOP SERIES OUTLINE:
The lectures will introduce participants to the cultural background and conservation environment of the Eastern Mediterranean, and Crete in particular, and to the general concepts and principles of operation of each laser-based technique with emphasis on their analytical and diagnostic potential and applications. Selected examples and case studies will be thoroughly analysed to illustrate how optical technologies can be used in CH research and conservation. The last two days of the workshop are dedicated to field tests and experiments on-site at a selected monument in Crete in order to demonstrate the applicability of the techniques in practice.
T O P I C S
- Materials analysis with Optical Spectroscopy (LIBS, Raman)
- Optical coherence metrology for structural diagnosis
- Imaging and mapping; multispectral, multi-photon and THz
- Laser cleaning
ADDITIONAL LECTURES:
-Concepts and issues in conservation research
-Binding media and painting techniques
-Pigments and their identification
-Detecting color remains on historic stonework; an analytical challenge
-e-tools for managing the use of analytical, diagnostic and conservation methodologies
-Geophysical – satellite remote sensing and archaeo-environment
-Discussion with the participants
Participants are invited to present cases studied they are involved in and discuss challenges that might be addressed by optical diagnostic techniques.
FIELD TRIP:
On 01- 02 July 2016, a field trip to a selected monument in Crete is scheduled.
PARTICIPANTS:
Maximum number of participants: 15
The workshop concept relies on a) strong and effective interaction between participants and instructors and b) detailed practical demonstration and hands-on sessions. Therefore participants will be organized in three (3) groups of five 5).
LANGUAGE:
English
COST:
The course fee applies as follows:
- Individual fee (6 days workshop): € 400
- Early-bird registration (paid by 27th May 2016): € 300
The workshop fees include coffee breaks, specials (organized dinner and closing event), as well as the side-costs for the on-site campaign (transfer to the site and light lunch).
Travel, accommodation or subsistence expenses should be covered by the participants. Every effort will be made by us to provide information and guidance towards minimizing these costs from our side.
Click for our sincere thanks to all of you for your active participation
