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The inhibition of biodegradation on building limestone by plasma etching

30 September 2021

The article discusses the use of low-pressure plasma etching to inhibit biodegradation on building limestone surfaces. The study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of plasma etching in removing microbials from bio-deteriorated limestone surfaces in monuments and buildings to provide conservators with a viable preservation solution. The research was conducted at the Batalha Monastery in Portugal, a UNESCO World Heritage site suffering from severe biodeterioration due to lichenous crusts and microorganism biofilms. The plasma etching process involved treating stone tablets with various parameters of coupled-capacitive plasma to assess the cleaning results.

The value of heritage in sustainable development and spatial planning

7 September 2021

The document explores the significant role of cultural heritage in sustainable development and spatial planning, emphasizing its integration as a fundamental element alongside economic, social, and environmental pillars. It references UNESCO’s Hangzhou Declaration and discusses how cultural heritage’s contributions to sustainability have been historically overlooked. Through a detailed analysis involving literature reviews, surveys, expert collaborations, and case studies, the study highlights how cultural heritage can serve as a multiplier, enhancing outcomes across various domains. The Sustainable Management and Development (SMD) framework is proposed to illustrate how cultural heritage can support

Creativity and Resilience: Participatory Art in a Time of Social Isolation

1 September 2021

The second volume of the “Art and Community Notebooks” series published by the Calouste Gulbenkian Foundation discusses the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on participatory art projects in Portugal, highlighting the challenges faced and the creative responses generated. In the author’s words, the text “stemmed from an urge to gather, record and share the broad range of experiences and learning triggered by the COVID-19 pandemic as it hit the projects that make up the third edition of the PARTIS initiative right in the midst of their creative development process”. Following

Criatividade e Resiliência: A Arte Participativa em Tempos de Isolamento Social

1 September 2021

Monitorização de gases poluentes em microclimas de museus: estratégia relevante para a conservação preventiva

1 September 2021

Based on the studies developed in the last decades, this article aims to draw attention to the risks associated with gaseous pollutants in museum environments and outline some recommendations that encourage cultural heritage institutions to implement a pollutant monitoring plan associated with risk prevention. Exposure to an atmosphere rich in volatile pollutants can endanger collections in museums, galleries, libraries or archives. Monitoring volatile pollutants in museum microclimates remains an unusual practice in most institutions. Volatile organic compounds (VOCs) can be released by many sources, including the artefacts’ materials themselves. The

Diagnóstico da Acessibilidade nos Museus da Rede Portuguesa de Museus

1 September 2021

This report presents a comprehensive guide to best practices in accessibility and inclusive communication within the context of European heritage sites. It addresses key themes such as architectural accessibility, communication strategies, and the integration of diverse visitor needs. The document outlines a structured approach to evaluating heritage sites, encompassing aspects such as building accessibility, exhibition design, and visitor communication. It emphasises the importance of considering the needs of individuals with disabilities in all facets of heritage site management, from physical access to informational materials. Furthermore, the guide highlights the significance

Políticas públicas da cultura: Estudo-caso do património cultural na administração pública

1 September 2021

This dissertation delves into the historical progression of cultural policies in Portugal, with a specific focus on the periods of the First Republic and the Estado Novo. It also underscores the significance of conserving historical urban areas and elucidates the intricate interplay between cultural heritage and contemporary societal dynamics. Furthermore, it sheds light on the UNESCO Convention of 1989, emphasising the imperative nature of safeguarding intangible cultural heritage. The work also focuses on the reorganisation and centralisation of heritage management under the Directorate-General for Cultural Heritage (DGPC), with the overarching

Estratégia Cultural de Ponta Delgada, 2021-2030 (Ponta Delgada’s Cultural Strategy, 2021-2030)

1 September 2021

The document outlines the Cultural Strategy of Ponta Delgada (2021-2030), focusing on the development of the cultural and creative sector in the region. It involves collaboration with various entities such as the Regional Directorate of Culture and Education to promote local and international cultural engagement. The strategy aims to support sustainable practices, economic development, and enhance the overall cultural landscape of Ponta Delgada. Additionally, the document discusses the community in the Azores, emphasising its transatlantic nature and historical migrations that have contributed to its cultural diversity. It highlights the importance

The Wooden Roof Framing Elements, Furniture and Furnishing of the Etruscan Domus of the Dolia of Vetulonia (Southern Tuscany, Italy)

20 August 2021

The Etruscan Domus of the Dolia remained hidden until 2009, when archaeological excavations began in the Etruscan–Roman district of Vetulonia (Southern Tuscany). Based on the classification of the archaeological materials recovered, the destruction of the Domus and the Etruscan city of Vetulonia was traced back to the 1st century BC. The highly various and precious materials recovered inside the Domus revealed the richness of the building and its inhabitants. This study presents the anthracological analyses from the Domus of the Dolia. Wood charcoals were recovered from different house rooms, which

20th-century award-winning buildings in lisbon (portugal). study of plasters, rendering, and concrete materials aiming their sustainable preservation

17 August 2021

Conservation, increasing the useful life period of existing significant buildings with minimum consumption of new materials, as much as possible of low-embodied energy, is an important step towards sustainable rehabilitation, while also contributing to the preservation of the cultural heritage. In the context of 20th-century buildings’ conservation, the knowledge of construction techniques and applied materials is essential to pursue sustainable preservation and rehabilitation actions. This paper presents the main construction types and characteristics of a set of architecture award-winning buildings in Lisbon (Portugal) between 1903 and 2002 along with an

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The inhibition of biodegradation on building limestone by plasma etching

The value of heritage in sustainable development and spatial planning

Creativity and Resilience: Participatory Art in a Time of Social Isolation

Criatividade e Resiliência: A Arte Participativa em Tempos de Isolamento Social

Monitorização de gases poluentes em microclimas de museus: estratégia relevante para a conservação preventiva

Diagnóstico da Acessibilidade nos Museus da Rede Portuguesa de Museus

Políticas públicas da cultura: Estudo-caso do património cultural na administração pública

Estratégia Cultural de Ponta Delgada, 2021-2030 (Ponta Delgada’s Cultural Strategy, 2021-2030)

The Wooden Roof Framing Elements, Furniture and Furnishing of the Etruscan Domus of the Dolia of Vetulonia (Southern Tuscany, Italy)

20th-century award-winning buildings in lisbon (portugal). study of plasters, rendering, and concrete materials aiming their sustainable preservation

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