CURRENT RESEARCH ACTIVITIES IN THE CONSERVATION OF CULTURAL MATERIALS

Abstract

If the question is asked of Australian Conservators -“What research work are you currently carrying out?”, the answer is invariably, “Nothing much as I haven’t the time”. However, a recent survey has shown that research and materials testing is being carried out on quite a variety of different topics. This report is provided to inform all conservators of current work, hoping that it will improve communication and co-operation, thereby promoting research and avoiding duplication of topics already being investigated.