Geomicrobially induced deterioration of stone monuments and buildings contributes to a
considerable loss of world cultural heritage, especially when exposed to a changing climate …

Lithobionts (rock-dwelling organisms) have been recognized as agents of aesthetic and
physico-chemical deterioration of stonework. In consequence, their removal from cultural …

Fungi are ubiquitous and important biosphere inhabitants, and their abilities to decompose,
degrade, and otherwise transform a massive range of organic and inorganic substances …

Microbial cells that produce biofilms, or patinas, on historic buildings are affected by climatic
changes, mainly temperature, rainfall and air pollution, all of which will alter over future …

Featured Application This is an updated review on black fungi as main biodeteriogens of
cultural heritage stone artifacts. Colonization pattern, taxonomy, and methods to eradicate …

Microbial colonization on stone monuments leads to subsequent biodeterioration;
determining the microbe diversity, compositions, and metabolic capacities is essential for …

Cultural heritage objects composed of inorganic materials, such as metals and stones,
support microbial life. Many factors affect the growth of microorganisms: moisture, pH, light …

The ancient Angkorian sandstone monuments in Cambodia are well known for
biodeterioration of the sandstone under tropic climate. This study examined ammonia …

The composition of superficial deposits in urban environment and their importance in the
development of the lithobiotic community of microorganisms has been investigated. Polyols …

Microorganisms, including bacteria, archaea, algae and fungi, colonize natural building
stones. Bacteria are among the most relevant colonizers, as they impact substrates in …