ICOM-CC is coming to Norway

14 – 18 September 2026

ICOM-CC is coming to Norway

14 – 18 September 2026

Posters – provisional list

List of Papers

Working Group, author name and title of accepted POSTERS for the Triennial Conference.

Please note the following:

Main author family names are presented in UPPERCASE.
The list may change and is ordered by Working Group, not in order of presentation.
Missing co-authors must complete the onboarding process via a link provided by the main author. This is compulsory for publication.
Instructions for preparing posters can be found here:
https://preprints.icom-cc2026.org/docs/content/Poster_Information_ICOM-CC_2026.pdf

Archaeological Materials and Sites

Khufu's Second Boat: A new nanocomposite blend of hydroxypropyl cellulose, polyvinyl butyral, and cellulose nanocrystals for the reinforcement of thermally degraded treated wood ABDRABOU Ahmed, Ahmed Sadek, Hiromasa Kurokochi, Sakuji Yoshimura, Eissa Zidan
The role of the conservator in an archaeological project: A case study from the 2024 excavation of a Gallo-Roman burial site in Pontoise, France ALTENBURG Lucie
Casting light on cultural heritage through interdisciplinary research – The BEAM research group HOLLUND Hege, Bettina Ebert, Jutta Lechterbeck, Dawn Elise Mooney
An omics approach to the characterization of plant gums in heritage Egyptian funerary sets LATTUATI-DERIEUX Agnès, Theodora Mavrogianni, Nicolas Eskenazi, Joséphine Dumont, Joelle Vinh
Analysis and study of Nianliao: The Chinese traditional caulking material found in ancient wooden shipwrecks SHEN Dawa, Aoyu Liu, Zhaoying Zhang, Zhenxia Du

Art Technological Source Research

Letters from Swiss artists Rudolf Koller and Robert Zünd: A source of information on painting techniques and their transnational dissemination in the late 19th century BELTINGER Karoline, Françoise Rohr-Stettler, Isabelle Rippmann, Nadim C. Scherrer, Stephan Jon Tramèr, Cornelia Wi (Wittwer), Karin Wyss
Towards a central hub for technical documentation: The redesign of RKDtechnical at the RKD – Netherlands Institute for Art History HALL-AQUITANIA Moorea
Smalt reconsidered: Broadening the historical evidence for a complex painter’s material VAN LAAR Paul
A Norwegian paint company’s correspondence with the Third Reich WEDVIK Barbro
Where house paints meet artist paints: The 200-year history of Vettewinkel—House painter, artist, and paint and varnish manufacturer WIJNBERG Louise, Klaas Jan van den Berg

Documentation

The Heritage Science Data Service at the National Gallery: Documenting, sharing, and reusing paint sample data BURNETT Ed, Lizzy Buckle, Ed Burnett, Joanna Russell, Joseph Padfield, Marika Spring
Preliminary investigation of a low-cost infrared reflectography camera CHRISTENSEN Lucia
Photographing small artifacts using smartphones for 3D digital modeling PAN Yuehan, Hongchao Fan, Yanju Kong , Yulong Cai
Let’s do it in the living room: A thrifty (and practical) setup for watermark documentation in hinge-mounted artworks PERONDI Camilla
Weaving history: Connecting ancient materials, technology, and conservation in the reconstruction of Tutankhamun’s textiles SHAHEEN Islam, Nagmeldeen Hamza
Heightmaps for painted surfaces VAUDREMER Madeleine, Ana Martins, Ruth Hoppe, Johan Reinink, Christiaan ten Hove, Lars Maxfield, Lars Maxfield, Harm Belt, Anup Vasu Padaki

Education and Training in Conservation

Empowering through a collaborative conservation model at Louvre Abu Dhabi ÇAMURCUOĞLU HADDAD Duygu , Isha Parmar, Salama Al Blooshi, Fatema Almarzooqi
Tools and strategies for implementing green conservation FIFE Gwendoline, Momoko Okuyama, Roberta Zanini, Julia Wagner, Giorgio Brugnone, Matthew Eckelman
Cultural connections during crisis: The UA-UK Cultural Heritage Initiative KRAVCHENKO Valeriia, Marharyta Khrebtenko
Pedagogical strategies for critical reflection on the concept of authenticity NOGUEIRA ALVES Alice
The impact of private practice and networking on cultural heritage conservation in Colombia and Latin America PORRAS César
From coffee conversations to community conservation: A participatory approach at the Palagan Perjuangan 1945 Museum YULITA Ita, Dian Novita Lestari, Maulidha Sinta Dewi, Lalitha Thiagarajah

Glass and Ceramics

The crizzling of historical glass AVGEROU Nefeli, Sonia Bujok, Marcin Strojecki, Michał Łukomski, Naoki Fujisawa, Łukasz Bratasz
Conservation of an early glass cloche excavated in the Louvre’s Cour Napoléon CUYAUBÈRE Claire, Clara Bernard, Lucie Cuquemelle, Marie Godet, Noémie Latte, Stéphane Palaude
Refining the detachable epoxy fill: Vacuum-formed PVC as an intermediate step for glass loss compensation DIAMOND Daisy, Lauren Fair
Wheat starch powder air abrasion for reducing embedded plaster in earthenware MAY Yuyin "Charlotte"
Rising out of the fire: Refiring experiments on 18th-century Chinese porcelain from a marine site – Insights into production technology and post-depositional fraud VAN LOOKEREN CAMPAGNE Kate, Owen Ooievaar, Norman H. Tennent, Luc Megens

Graphic Documents

Omens and auguries: Disentangling the original from later material changes in a unique “Falnama” HENSEL Jessica, Amélie Couvrat Desvergnes, Karolien Nédée, Birgit Reissland, Frank Ligterink
Evaluating the suitability of a reactive dye for toning paper in Chinese scroll conservation HU Jiayu
Identification and evaluation of the ageing behaviour of selected green and blue pigments in historical documents MALEŠIČ Jasna, Klara Retko, Martin Šala, Andrea Pataki-Hundt, Kristina Mervič
Predicting and preserving collagen in parchment: A combined thermokinetic and mechanical approach ODLYHA Marianne, Chloe Pearce, Genoveva Burca, Laurent Bozec
Now and forever: Anticipating change in long-term installations of large-scale works on paper SHEESLEY Samantha, Colette Hardman-Peavy
Closing in on dirt and the Constitution: How an analysis of soil residues on historical documents contributes to new temporal and cultural connections in the historiography of Ukraine WINTHER Thea, Jan Mispelaere, Sven Isaksson
Dialogue between ink and leaf surface: A study on the influence of palm-leaf manuscript production techniques on writing interface characteristics ZHOU Xiao, Xuelian Chen, Shuai Tian

Leather and Related Materials

Leather stabilization with Klucel G in 1-butanol PATAKI-HUNDT Andrea, Marlen Börngen, Stefanie Behrendt, Marlen Börngen

Metals

A silver jug from Tell-Basta: Using integrated diagnostic techniques to assess previous conservation treatments and inform re-treatment decisions ELMARAZKY Abdelaziz , Mai Rifai
Material characterization of the “Heinkel He 115” WWII floatplane recovered from Hafrsfjord, Norway GEBREMARIAM Kidane Fanta, Stina Ekelund Erlandsen
From consecrated image to museum object: Studying materials, provenance, and conservation treatments for a Himalayan composite bodhisattva statuette LIONNI Alix, Bénédicte Massiot, Clotilde Boust, Anne-Claire De Poulpiquet
If I only had a gel: Investigation into xanthan-konjac-agar gel cleaning systems for treatment of tin alloys VAN SANTEN Heleen , Mari Sørgulen Evensen
Predicting the post-excavation deterioration of iron artifacts from burial environments: A comprehensive survey and material characterization at the Nara Palace Site YANAGIDA Akinobu, Soichiro Wakiya, Kazunosuke Wada, Yoko Ura

Modern Materials and Contemporary Art

Establishing conservation-restoration practices: Outsourcing as a necessity, conservation as a curatorial program activity BIČAKČIĆ Aida
Let’s talk blooming: Conserving TPU-coated fashion and design objects FRANÇA DE SÁ Susana, Mariana Passos, Inês Soares, Leanne Tonkin, Anna Laganà, David Macário, Kaelyn Garcia, Inês Correia, Kim Verkens
Handcrafted molding versus 3D printing: Evaluating techniques for reproducing nine pre-Hispanic masks for the installation "Espectro indígena" by Pedro Lasch LECHUGA ÁLVAREZ Alejandra, Sofía Terán Martínez, Melina Ramírez Zermeño
Documenting experiences: Installation guidelines as conservation tools and collective memory for the exhibition of complex contemporary artworks RAMÍREZ ZERMEÑO Melina, Sofía Terán Martínez, Alejandra Lechuga Álvarez
New approach to the preservation of infested bread using liquid and dry methylcellulose foam SCHMID Alina, Stefanie Bründler, Marc Egger

Murals, Stone, and Rock Art

Uncovering the role of brick as a filler in medieval stone adhesive technology EBERT Bettina, Paul Kozowyk, Silas Ploner, Ingunn Hindenes Thorseth, Torbjørg Bjelland
Dust to dust: Consolidating soot in an old industrial building HENNINGSSON Anna , Patrik Nilsson
Rock paintings at Tingvoll: Documentation, deterioration and approaches to conservation MEINHARDT Jeannine, Jan Magne Gjerde, Anne Braun
Restoration of the mosaics in the crypt of Saint-Nizier Church in Lyon MORISSE Margot, Silvia Angeletti
Pretty in Pink – An interdisciplinary approach to preserving salt-weathered building surfaces affected by halotolerant/halophilic microorganisms SIPEK Beate, Monika Waldherr, Guadalupe Piñar, Alexandra Graf, Martin Ortbauer, Johannes Tichy, Lukas Fürnwein
Field evaluation of anti-graffiti coatings on outdoor acrylic test walls: A fifteen-year assessment TRONO Shannon, Amarilli Rava, Camilla Tartaglia, Davide Gulotta, Tom McClintock, Leslie Rainer

Natural History Collections

From a disappeared technique to experimentation: Designing a facsimile of lepidochromy MARINI Livia, Laura Brambilla , Marion Dangeon

Objects from Indigenous and World Cultures

A shared legacy of poisoned collections: Ionizing radiation as a strategy for pesticide mitigation in cultural heritage DELGADO VIEIRA Ana Carolina, Pablo Vasquez, Maria José Oliveira, Márcio Nardelli Wandermuren
“Inside out”: A conservation dilemma solved through cultural reconnection KANTZENBACH Birgit
Arctic feathers: Material knowledge and functionality in Sámi bags LUKESOVA Hana, Madeline C. Meier, Hortense de La Codre, Ellen J. Bals, Anne May Olli, Terje Lislevand, Maria Kokkori
Restoration of the woodblock printing techniques of Jinhua, China ZHU Ying, Yangfang Fu, yi chen, Long Gao

Paintings

Silent signatures: Conservation between past and present AKAY ÖZAKDAĞ Elis
Stabilizing heritage: Conservation treatment of a Madhubani artwork on oriental strand board DWIVEDI Anil
Hidden evidence of failure phenomena: Coupling multimodal and multiband imaging techniques to document crack propagation in canvas paintings FUSTER LÓPEZ Laura, Francesca C. Izzo, Laura Osete-Cortina, Anna Vila, Candela Belenguer-Salvador, Marcello Picollo , Arianna Abbafati, Miguel Ángel Herrero-Cortell, Isidro Puig-Sanchís, Irene Samaniego-Jiménez
Evaluating non-contact and low-contact cleaning techniques for the surface treatment of matte acrylic paints ROCHA PIRES Catarina, Tomas Markevicius , Klaas Jan van den Berg, Emilie Froment, Alessia Andreotti
“To really engage with the big questions”: The technical examination of a water-damaged painting from the Rothko Chapel RUSSO Silvia, Lora Angelova, Satoko Tanimoto, Adam Finnefrock, Per Knutås
Towards quantification and impact of clay minerals in easel painting grounds: A multi-analytical and environmental study THEODORAKOPOULOS Charis, Erin Grant, David Thickett, Marianne Odlyha
Unstable orange paint: Colour change of lead-based pigments in Augusto Giacometti’s early paintings VICHI Alessandra, Silja Meyer, Stéphanie Vuillemenot, Karin Wyss, Nadim C. Scherrer, Karoline Beltinger

Photographic Materials

Research on alternatives to BWS for measuring the lightfastness of color photographic transparencies LAVÉDRINE Bertrand
Comparison of the effect of light ageing test on diazo prints SENTOKU Sawako, Keiko Kida
Transmittance microfading tester: A new method for assessing the lightfastness of chromogenic reversal films. SILVA Joana, Sille Juline Høgly Petersen

Preventive Conservation

Towards sustainable cultural heritage preservation: Evaluating the environmental impact of three storage facilities in Norway AASEN Magnhild
Navigating reluctance to passive low-energy museum storage solutions BERNATH Andrea, Poul Klenz Larsen, Felix Marcu
Substance transfer in storage: A sisal textile sculpture in contact with Tyvek BRÄNDLE Zoé
Innovative vitrines as conservation tools: Protecting the Oseberg Viking sleds HJULSTAD Guro, David Hauer, Rebekah Schaberg, Camillo Pezzini, Bruno Goppion, Francesca Bianco, Rebekah Schaberg, David Hauer, Bruno Goppion
Bridging time through display: A mummy-shaped mount for contextual presentation of Ptolemaic ornaments ISMAEL Sarah , Enas Mohamed
Crisis response and international collaboration: Safeguarding the Jondishapour Museum of Trade History during the 12-day Iran–Israel war ROODANI Khosro
Impact of dynamic environmental variations on the risk of fracture in massive cultural objects SOBOŃ Magdalena, Łukasz Bratasz
Getting climate control under control: Collaborative, sustainable approaches to environmental management in museums SOUTHWICK Caitlin, Camilla Schianchi, Rasmus Bahnsen
Impact and vibration characteristics of cotton as a packing material for Japanese cultural heritage WADA Hiroshi

Scientific Research

Imari porcelain composition: Studying issues related to microstructure, mounting, and preservation CHEN Tung-Ho, Hitoshi Kobayashi, Yun-Chie Chen
Evaluating non-invasive and micro-invasive analytical techniques for investigating 20th-century architectural finishes HERM Christoph, Zeynep Alp
Crystal structures and thermal expansion of metal soaps: A 3D electron diffraction and variable-temperature powder X-ray diffraction study HILL Joshua, Athira Priyalatha Raj, Jeremiah Tidey
Low-tech, filtered UV viewing for use on the conservator’s workbench OKUYAMA Momoko, Katrien Keune
From individual sensory memories to cultural systems: Mapping intangible heritage through smellscapes QUEIROZ Luana, Ana Mafalda Ribeiro, Emma Paolin, Barbara Zitova, Bruno Rodrigues, Cecilia Bembibre, Jana Striova, Idelfonso Nogueira
The origins of silk in the Central Plains during the Yangshao period ZHENG Hailing, Qingli Wei, Yang Zhou, Bing Wang

Sculpture, Polychromy, and Architectural Decoration

Multispectral imaging for characterizing colored glass and semi-precious stones on ancient Egyptian artifacts ABDRABOU Ahmed
Evaluating plasma-generated atomic oxygen cleaning for Egyptian polychrome surfaces: A comparative preliminary study CREMONESI Marta, Koen Janssens, Natalia Ortega Saez, Van der Snickt Geert, Merel Platenburg, Tomas Markevicius , Ehab Al-Emam, Nan Yang
Creative connections in the light of conservation: X-ray examination of Hans Arp’s plaster sculptures KRUCK Katharina
Undervalued cultural heritage: Technical study and conservation issues of 17th-century French straw marquetry MASSIOT Bénédicte, Agnès Lattuati-Derieux, Juliette Debrie, Camille Romeggio, Anne Maigret, Anne-Laurence Dupont, Sabrina Paris Lacombe, Aurélie Tournié, Xueshi Bai, Camille Benecchi, Charlotte Kasprzak, Maud Siron

Textiles

Developing sampling procedures and long-term storage strategies for historical textile samples LUKESOVA Hana, Tonje Enggrav, Paula Nabais
Using the past to inspire the future: Degradation study of historical natural dye formulations for textiles VIEIRA Márcia, Mara Espírito Santo, Dominique Cardon, Paula Nabais, Sandrine Rozie, Mila Crippa

Theory, History, and Ethics of Conservation

Adapting the care and use of a museum object on loan in a sacred space: A case study from the National Museum, Oslo ANDREASSEN Olaug Irene Røsvik, Katharina Kruck, Kristin Våge, Kristin Våge, Melany Ho Shun Wan
Sailing HMS Victory into the 21st century: The intersection of conservation science and traditional wooden boatbuilding HENNUM Karoline Sofie, Helen Roadnight
From object to ancestor: Applying a "living heritage" ethos to the conservation of sacred Lozi objects at the Nayuma Museum MUNDIA Kekelwa
Emotional responses to a synthetic cast replica of a 16th-century relief OTTE Marysa
Rethinking conservation in South Australian house museums: Material culture, authenticity, and community agency WALLIS Lauren

Wet Organic Archaeological Materials

From the mountain to the museum: An artefact’s journey from a frozen archive to a museum archive LUKEZIC Francis, Martin Callanan, Einar Kristensen
New support for "Vasa": Navigating technical requirements and ethical dilemmas in a large-scale, ongoing multidisciplinary preservation project SAHLSTEDT Malin, Håkan Thorén
Preservation state evaluation of wood samples from the earliest Chinese wooden planking shipwreck, "Silk Road I" SHEN Dawa, Yaxu Zhang, Junrong Song
Protection of waterlogged wooden heritage in rural areas: Case studies from Poland ZBOROWSKA Magdalena, Mirosław Mleczek, Jeannette Jacqueline Lucejko, Przemyslaw Niedzielski, Marcin Krzepkowski

Wood, Furniture, and Lacquer

Preserving narratives in wood and lacquer: A case study of Chinese panel screen conservation GOSWAMI Bharti
Monitoring climate and wood panel paintings within Musée Fabre: Case studies JULLIEN Delphine, Cécilia Gauvin, Matthieu Fantoni, Marina Bousvarou, Jean-Christophe Dupré
Conservation decision-making for early Tixi lacquerware: A material testing case study of "Guri Gosu" MA Mingxin, Matsumoto Tatsuya , Liuxin ZHANG
Integrating non-invasive imaging, spectroscopy, and laser–gel cleaning in the conservation of an ancient Egyptian painted wooden stela MOUSTAFA Mohamed, Yasushi Okada, Takafumi Hirata