Center for Heritage and Material Science

The Centre for Heritage and Materials Science combines cutting-edge scientific research with a deep commitment to cultural heritage preservation. While the core mission of the Centre focuses on the study, conservation, and restoration of historical artefacts, its work spans a broad spectrum of disciplines, including archaeology, history of art, anthropology, and physics. Researchers use advanced materials science techniques to understand how objects interact with time, environment, and external conditions—insights that are critical both for preserving the past and designing future materials that are more sustainable and resilient. 

In addition to heritage-focused research, the Centre also supports fundamental investigations in areas such as molecular and optical physics, quantum, and material physics. This wider scientific inquiry enriches the Centre’s approach to material studies and opens new avenues for innovation that benefit both heritage science and contemporary technological challenges. 

By blending traditional knowledge with advanced research in material and quantum sciences, the Centre serves as a bridge between the past and the future—offering novel perspectives on cultural history while contributing to the advancement of foundational science.