The gradual degradation of technical materials by bacteria, cyanobacteria and fungi, is of
great economic and social significance. In temperate climates, microbial colonization is …

Historical stone artworks are susceptible to damage in many environments. Biodeterioration
caused by lichens and biofilm-forming microorganisms on these artworks has gained …

In the past several years, products and methods alternative to conventional biocides, used in
the conservation of cultural heritage objects, have been investigated increasingly to …

Coping with Biological Growth on Stone Heritage Objects: Methods, Products, Applications,
and Perspectives offers hands-on guidance for addressing the specific challenges involved …

Nanostructured TiO 2 is the most widely studied photocatalytic material and is used in self-
cleaning coatings in buildings and for Cultural Heritage applications. To extend the …

The decay of building materials is generally caused by the combination of chemical,
physical and biological agents. Therefore, the development of products that combine …

Biofouling is the main problem for marine water systems such as the immersed leisure
vessels, oceanographic sensors, heat exchangers, and ship hulls. The obstacle of biofouling …

Cement-based materials is indispensable in the construction process, and the
characteristics of cement mortar affect the quality and efficiency of construction obviously …

The research complements a study (Pinna et al., 2012) carried out to evaluate the
effectiveness of mixtures of consolidants and water-repellent products …

The control of biodeterioration encompasses the operations undertaken to eliminate the
biological growth and, possibly, to delay a new colonization. The current attitude is generally …