Murals or wall paintings are an important part of cultural heritage and are both valuable and
vulnerable because of their appearance on walls, ceilings or other large surfaces of natural …

Microbial activity has an important impact on the maintenance of cultural heritage materials,
owing to the key role of microorganisms in many deterioration processes. In order to …

Microorganisms usually attack materials such as paper, textile, wood, dyes and leather,
forming well known symptoms on the surface. Dust and other air components can be …

Ancient documents and milestones of human history such as manuscripts and textiles are
fragile and during aging undergo chemical, physical, and biological deterioration. Among …

Microbial biofilms were massively developing on the surfaces and within the painting layers
of mural paintings of a parish church in Lower Saxony, which were exposed and restored in …

The microbial deterioration of cultural heritage includes physical and chemical damage as
well as aesthetic alteration. With the technological advancement, a plethora of techniques …

Microorganisms (bacteria, archaea and fungi), in addition to lichens and insect pests, cause
problems in the conservation of cultural heritage because of their biodeteriorative potential …

Medieval wall paintings are often affected by biodecay. An inventory of the existing
microorganisms associated with the damage to the paintings is not yet an integral part of the …

The preservation of artwork challenges museums, collectors, and art enthusiasts. Currently,
reducing moisture, adjusting the type of lighting, and preventing the formation of mold are …

This open access book offers a comprehensive overview of the role and potential of
microorganisms in the degradation and preservation of cultural materials (eg stone, metals …