The conservation of artwork is an important aspect of preserving human culture and artistic
expression. Both knowledge and technology can be essential in artwork conservation …

Hidden, sub-surface paint layers and features contain valuable information for the art-
historical investigation of a painting's past and for its conservation for coming generations …

Abstract Information is central to quantum mechanics. In particular, quantum interference
occurs only if there exists no information to distinguish between the superposed states. The …

The spectral imaging and detection of mid-infrared wavelengths is emerging as an enabling
technology of great technical and scientific interest, primarily because important chemical …

In recent years various scientific practices have been adapted to the artwork analysis
process. Although a set of techniques is available for art historians and scientists, there is a …

In recent years, in situ noninvasive spectroscopy has played an increasingly important role
in art conservation. Spectroscopic methods can be used to gain a deep understanding of the …

Ultrasensitive spectroscopy is an essential component in mid-infrared (MIR) technology.
However, the drawbacks of MIR detectors pose challenges to robust MIR spectroscopy at …

In this paper, an overview of the recent applications of pulsed infrared thermography is
presented. Pulsed infrared thermography, which provides stratigraphic information by …

Over the last few years, there has been an increasing interest in the application of
photothermal techniques to the investigation of cultural heritage. Thanks to their peculiar …

Infrared (IR) reflectography has been used for many years for the detection of
underdrawings on panel paintings. Advances in the fields of IR sensors and optics have …