Metrology for Archaeology and Cultural Heritage
The word metrology has a long tradition, deriving from the Greek word for measure. The knowledge about anything is complete only when it can be expressed in numbers and something is known about it. Measurements play a fundamental role in every field of investigation and present day scientific and technological progress has resulted from progress in the field of measurements. The field of valorisation, characterisation and preservation of Cultural Heritage is deeply related to the metrological issues for the collection, interpretation and validation of data collected with the different analytical, physical-chemical, mechanical techniques, digital technologies, new ICT tools, etc...
MetroArchaeo brings together researchers and operators in the enhancement, characterization and preservation of archaeological and cultural heritage with the main objective of discussing production, interpretation and reliability of measurements and data. Measurements deriving from the large number of analytical methodologies and tools, molecular and elemental spectroscopic techniques, chemometrics, chemical reactivity and modeling, etc., nowadays available are of interest for the conference. Data on the impacts of natural and anthropogenic environmental stressors, the decaying pathways of the different materials in the surrounding environment, the development of new remediation processes as cleaning, consolidation, rehabilitation, etc., based on the chemical knowledge can be considered.
CALL FOR PAPERS
The Program Committee is inviting Extended Abstracts (from 4 to 5 pages) for the IMEKO MetroArchaeo 2026 Conference.
Interested researchers, academics, practitioners and industry partners are invited to submit extended abstracts for the Workshop. Papers that involve joint authorship with students, industry and community partners are encouraged. Early career researchers and research students are also encouraged to contribute papers.
All contributions will be peer-reviewed and acceptance will be based on quality, originality and relevance. Accepted papers will be submitted for inclusion into IMEKO Proceedings.
Extended versions of presented papers are eligible for journal publication.
IMPORTANT DATES
SPECIAL SESSION PROPOSAL DEADLINE
EXTENDED ABSTRACT SUBMISSION DEADLINE
EXTENDED ABSTRACT ACCEPTANCE NOTIFICATION
FINAL PAPER SUBMISSION DEADLINE
CONFERENCE TOPICS
SPECIAL SESSIONS
Special sessions have the main aim of creating a mini-workshop on a specific topic, where researchers working on the same argument can make knowledge, familiarize, exchange ideas, create cooperation. They gather together researchers and students interested in a specific topic and can strongly contribute to the success of the conference itself. Moreover, they can be the first step for trainees and students to the organization of a scientific event.
Special Sessions are expected to be related to the conference theme or especially hot topics within the conference scope, provide a focused discussion of new and innovative topics. All submitted papers undergo the same review process.
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Bari, the capital of Puglia, is one of the most vibrant cities in southern Italy. Known for its stunning coastline, charming historic center, and rich cultural heritage, Bari is a perfect destination for those seeking a blend of history, art, and relaxation.
Exploring the historic centre allows you to discover its most authentic character, with signs of its past scattered through the local alleyways and endless examples of age-old traditions passed from generation to generation. Then there is the famous Bari promenade, one of the most beautiful in Italy, overlooking the clear sea and the unique charm of Bari.
Today, this dynamic city, nestled in the heart of the countryside punctuated by white dry-stone walls, is an important university hub.
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