Article
Anthropology
Virginie Renson, Hector Neff, Antonio Martinez-Cortizas, Jeffrey P. Blomster, David Cheetham, Michael D. Glascock
Summary: By applying isotopic analyses to ceramics from Ancient Mexico's Early Formative period, this study demonstrates the effectiveness of isotopic approach in sourcing ceramics, resolving questions about production centers, imports, and production strategies. The results show the potential of isotopic analyses as a powerful tool in ceramic provenance studies.
JOURNAL OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL SCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Anthropology
Susana Sousa Gomes, Pedro Valerio, Vera Teixeira de Freitas, Carlos Fabiao, Antonio Monge Soares, Maria Fatima Araujo
Summary: In this study, lead artefacts were characterized to identify their sources and establish trade routes for food and textile products during Roman times. The results showed that lead sources were not only found in the Iberian Peninsula but also in North Africa, indicating long-distance trade between these regions.
ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND ANTHROPOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2023)
Article
Anthropology
Matthew C. Greer, Brandi L. MacDonald
Summary: The study combines NAA and LA-ICP-MS analyses to determine the provenance of locally made ceramic vessels in a specific region, with varying success rates depending on the method used.
ARCHAEOLOGICAL AND ANTHROPOLOGICAL SCIENCES
(2022)
Article
Geochemistry & Geophysics
E. Mass, M. C. Rowe, G. Boswijk, B. Charlier, L. Schwendenmann
Summary: This study conducted dendrochemical and isotope analysis of New Zealand kauri trees to determine their potential for provenance and environmental studies. The research found that the geochemical characteristics of kauri wood can be used to identify the origin and environmental changes in different regions and periods. However, the variations in isotopes and trace elements are influenced by multiple factors, making it difficult to observe discrete annual events or fluctuations. Nevertheless, long-term geochemical trends can still reflect important processes such as climate change or anthropogenic soil modification.
Article
Humanities, Multidisciplinary
Yanjie Wang, Guofeng Wei, Qiang Li, Xiaoping Zheng, Danchun Wang
Summary: The analysis of lead isotopes and trace elements in the Zongyang bronzes revealed a shift in ore material sources during the Zhou Dynasty, which may have been associated with changes in political situation of the time.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Paolo D'Imporzano, Katrien Keune, Janne M. Koornneef, Erma Hermens, Petria Noble, A. L. S. Vandivere, Gareth R. Davies
Summary: This study shows that lead isotopes in lead white pigment can be used as an additional diagnostic tool to determine the production time of 17th century Dutch paintings. Analysis of 77 well-dated paintings from 27 different Dutch artists reveals significant changes in the source of lead used in lead white at the start, middle, and end of the 17th century.
Article
Geology
Qin Ye, Hanjie Wen, Chongguang Luo, Yu Chen, Wenxiu Yu, Yi Cui
Summary: A lithium-rich claystone with great potential for lithium exploration has been discovered in Central Yunnan, China. However, the origin of the claystone is still being debated. Through various analyses, it was found that the age distribution and source of the claystone differ. It is suggested that the weathering products from the Weining Formation may have provided the primary material for the Daoshitou Formation claystone.
ORE GEOLOGY REVIEWS
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Liliana Gianni, Helene Renel, Aleksandar Kremenovic, Philippe Colomban
Summary: Representative 'Blue speckled' and 'Brown speckled' wares from Qalhat and Bahla in Oman were analyzed using various techniques. The study revealed differences in composition, firing temperatures, and glaze types and compositions. It is suggested that the wares were locally produced, but the origin of the glazes used in the 'Blue speckled' wares remains uncertain.
BOLETIN DE LA SOCIEDAD ESPANOLA DE CERAMICA Y VIDRIO
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Paolo D'imporzano, Katarina Batur, Katrien Keune, Janne M. Koornneef, Erma Hermens, Petria Noble, Kirsten Van Zuilen, Gareth R. Davies
Summary: The study found that there is isotopic heterogeneity in lead white within individual paintings, while pure pigment from 16th-century Venetian lead white is isotopically homogeneous. The evolution from pure pigment to artwork is associated with an increase in the heterogeneity of lead isotope ratios.
MICROCHEMICAL JOURNAL
(2021)
Article
Geology
Shanan E. Peters, Craig R. Walton, Jon M. Husson, Daven P. Quinn, Oliver Shorttle, C. Brenhin Keller, Robert R. Gaines
Summary: The study found that there is little or no decrease in igneous rock area with increasing rock age. Igneous rock area in North America exhibits four distinct Precambrian peaks and increases only modestly toward the recent. Peaks in Precambrian detrital zircon age frequency distributions align broadly with peaks in igneous rock area.
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Shengliang Xie, Hui Yu, Liangguang Liu, Jianlin Li
Summary: Lead glaze with excellent radiation shielding ability can effectively prevent radiation leakage by using lead glazed indoor titles in buildings. However, the low firing temperature of lead glaze is associated with poor wear resistance. In this study, super-hard cBN particles are introduced into the soft glass matrix to improve mechanical properties. Results show that with 5 wt% cBN particles embedded in the glass matrix, the hardness increases by 51.2% and the wear resistance significantly improves.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2023)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Angela L. Lamb, Carolyn A. Chenery, Richard Madgwick, Jane A. Evans
Summary: This research explores the potential of stable sulfur isotopes to identify wetland dwellers. By mapping modern plants and analyzing modern and archaeological fauna, it is found that sulfur isotope values can serve as a distinctive signature for wetlands and can be used to identify whether archaeological humans and animals were raised in wetlands.
ROYAL SOCIETY OPEN SCIENCE
(2023)
Review
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Emily Holt, Jane A. Evans, Richard Madgwick
Summary: Using bioavailable strontium to trace the origin of biological materials has become increasingly common over the past four decades, with methodological challenges in producing and interpreting isoscapes. Current research suggests that modern plant materials provide the best approximation of bioavailable strontium and can be combined with other archives for more accurate results. Machine learning approaches show promise for producing more accurate and wide-ranging isoscapes in the future.
EARTH-SCIENCE REVIEWS
(2021)
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Hongbing Ji, Cheng Chang, Howard Omar Beckford, Changshun Song, Ruth E. Blake
Summary: The study found a clear genetic effect from the underlying bedrock, indicating that the profiles reflect in-situ weathering processes. Although there is no obvious relationship among chemical indices and isotope values, a significant correlation between Si and Li isotopes shows that the isotope fractionation in the studied profiles is mainly affected by the dissolution and formation of minerals during weathering.
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Gaspard Pages, Philippe Dillmann, Enrique Vegaid, Marion Berranger, Sylvain Bauvais, Luc Long, Philippe Fluzin
Summary: By studying iron bars and slag, the trade routes of iron in north-western Europe during the 2nd century BC can be revealed, indicating the rapid growth of iron production and consumption at that time in the region.
Article
Archaeology
Simone Dilaria, Caterina Previato, Michele Secco, Maria Stella Busana, Jacopo Bonetto, Jessica Cappellato, Giulia Ricci, Gilberto Artioli, Ping Tan
Summary: In this study, wall joint mortar samples from the Sarno Baths complex in Pompeii were analyzed using optical microscopy and X-ray powder diffraction-quantitative phase analysis. Through principal component analysis, coherent groups of mortars were identified and the timeframe of undated samples was determined.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Ludovico Mascarin, Enrico Garbin, Eloisa Di Sipio, Giorgia Dalla Santa, David Bertermann, Gilberto Artioli, Adriana Bernardi, Antonio Galgaro
Summary: One main aspect of geothermal well design is the selection of grouts to fill the space between geothermal probes and surrounding ground, taking into account various properties. The EU GEO4CIVHIC project aimed to develop efficient and cost-effective geothermal systems for urban building air-conditioning refurbishment, with two grouts being selected for onsite installations after experimental tests.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Christelle Nobouassia Bewa, Luca Valentini, Herve Kouamo Tehakoute, Elie Kamseu, Jean Noel Yankwa Djobo, Maria Chiara Dalconi, Enrico Garbin, Gilberto Artioli
Summary: The research demonstrates the synthesis and characterization of laterite-based phosphate cement (LPCs) using phosphoric acid as the sole activator. The study shows that the concentration of phosphoric acid, liquid to solid ratio, and the type of solid precursors can influence the early reactivity and compressive strength of LPCs. X-ray powder diffraction and micrographs reveal the phase composition and microstructure of LPCs.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Gregorio Dal Sasso, Maria Chiara Dalconi, Giorgio Ferrari, Jan Skov Pedersen, Sergio Tamburini, Federica Bertolotti, Antonietta Guagliardi, Marco Bruno, Luca Valentini, Gilberto Artioli
Summary: C-S-H nanoparticles can be used as nucleation seeds to accelerate the hydration process and optimize the mechanical properties and durability of concrete. A multi-scale approach combining experimental analysis and modeling was used to characterize the structure of C-S-H nanoparticles.
Article
Geosciences, Multidisciplinary
Simon Hohl, Alexandra S. Rodler, Sebastian Viehmann, Xiangtong Huang, Juan Xu, Claudio Gaucher, Gerard J. B. Germs, Wulf Hegenberger, Steven Goderis, Haizhen Wei, Robert Frei
Summary: The Neoproterozoic era witnessed several glaciations and the geodynamic reorganization of cratonic blocks. Through the study of trace elements and isotopes in carbonate deposits, fluctuations in oxygen levels on marine shelves have been observed. The research in Namibia shows changes in bio-geochemical conditions in late Neoproterozoic seawater, as well as long-term shifts in continental weathering and short-term changes in ocean circulation patterns.
PRECAMBRIAN RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Martina Zuena, Andreja Pondelak, Enrico Garbin, Matteo Panizza, Luca Nodari, Andrijana Sever Skapin, Luka Skrlep, Gilberto Artioli, Patrizia Tomasin
Summary: This study evaluated the performance of three products as stone consolidants. The results revealed that, in the examined conditions, these products were more suitable as surface consolidants rather than crack fillers.
Article
Geochemistry & Geophysics
Andrea Maurizio Monti, Giulia Ricci, Marco Martini, Anna Galli, Federico Lugli, Maria Chiara Dalconi, Gilberto Artioli
Summary: The luminescence of quartz has various applications, but further research is needed to fully understand its characteristics. This study focuses on the luminescence of quartz from La Sassa, Tuscany, and explores its unique properties. Photoluminescence and radioluminescence measurements were used to investigate the excitation profile and the effect of thermal annealing. The results were confirmed by chemical profiles obtained through laser-ablation inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Michele Secco, Yotam Asscher, Giulia Ricci, Sergio Tamburini, Nereo Preto, Jacob Sharvit, Gilberto Artioli
Summary: This study compared underwater concretes and on-land mortars used in the construction of Sebastos harbor in Caesarea Maritima, providing insights into the reactive pathways of ancient and modern pozzolanic systems through a multi-analytical characterization study of the binding composites.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Yikai Liu, Qiusong Chen, Maria Chiara Dalconi, Simone Molinari, Luca Valentini, Yunmin Wang, Shiyuan Sun, Peishen Wang, Gilberto Artioli
Summary: The use of cemented paste backfill (OCPB) for the solidification/stabilization of phosphogypsum provides a low-cost and alternative technique for recycling phosphogypsum stockpiles. This study investigates the retention mechanisms of fluoride and phosphate in immobilized OCPB using a framework combining chemical, mineralogical, and morphological analyses. The findings suggest that aluminate-rich calcium silicate hydrates play a crucial role in fluoride and phosphate retention, and the cementitious matrix acts as a buffering material to maintain high pH conditions necessary for retention.
ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH
(2022)
Article
Archaeology
D. Ashkenazi, C. Beltrame, S. Colpo, A. Inberg, C. Canovaro, G. Artioli
Summary: The aim of this study was to investigate the composition, microstructure, manufacturing process, and origin of nine copper ingots retrieved from a sea environment. Various testing methods were used, including visual testing, XRF analysis, metallographic examination, digital 3D multi-focal light microscope observation, SEM-EDS analysis, and lead isotope measurements. Both collections of ingots showed cast defects and dendritic microstructure. The ingots differed in composition, with the better preservation of the NAMS ingots possibly attributed to zinc content. Inclusions observed in the ingots also differed, suggesting different sources and workshops for the NAMA and NAMS ingots. The lead isotope ratios of the NAMS ingots were compatible with Iberian deposits and coeval wrecked ingots from the Western Mediterranean.
JOURNAL OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL SCIENCE-REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Chemical
Yikai Liu, Peishen Wang, Maria Chiara Dalconi, Simone Molinari, Luca Valentini, Yunmin Wang, Shiyuan Sun, Qiusong Chen, Gilberto Artioli
Summary: The use of cement for solid waste solidification/stabilization is widely used but has come under scrutiny due to its greenhouse gas emissions. However, cement-immobilized solid waste may serve as a CO2 sink and reabsorb atmospheric CO2, which has not been explored before. This study investigates the potential CO2 absorption effect of phosphogypsum (PG) based cemented paste backfill (PCPB), finding that with a high PG utilization rate, PCPB application in China may produce 16.7 Mt/year of CO2, but a reduction of 5.76 Mt/year could be achieved considering future reabsorption. Impurities in PG and maintaining alkalinity limit industrial applications. Phosphate impurities hinder CO2 uptake, while fluorides accelerate hydration reactions and carbonation. Geochemical modeling suggests that maintaining a basic pH condition can enhance CO2 capture capacity. PCPB is considered an effective way to immobilize PG with scalable potential, providing guidance for the management of dumped PG and phosphorus fertilizer industry emissions.
SEPARATION AND PURIFICATION TECHNOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Humanities, Multidisciplinary
Paolo Vedovetto, Fabrizio Antonelli, Michele Secco, Gilberto Artioli
Summary: This paper uses a multi-analytical approach to study eight marble samples from the ecclesiastical complex of Santa Giustina in Padova, Italy. Through mineralogical-petrographic investigations and stable carbon and oxygen isotope measurements, it is determined that the marbles originate from the quarries of Proconnesus in Asia Minor. Archaeometric evidence, as well as stylistic and functional analysis, suggest that these sculptures were imported from Constantinople and ordered by Rufus Venantius Opilio, the founder of Santa Giustina basilica and praetorian prefect at King Theodoric's court.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Ludovico Mascarin, Luca Valentini, Gilberto Artioli, Maria Chiara Dalconi, Jean Colombani
Summary: This study aims to accurately describe the dissolution rate of tricalcium silicate (C3S) by implementing a new approach based on holographic interferometry. The protocol involves measuring the pure dissolution rate constant of C3S in supersaturated conditions with respect to C-S-H. By monitoring the release of calcium from a polycrystalline C3S surface in a quiescent solution, the researchers were able to assess the rate law of C3S dissolution.
CEMENT AND CONCRETE RESEARCH
(2023)
Article
Archaeology
Marta Porcaro, Barbara Barbaro, Caterina Canovaro, Gilberto Artioli, Chiara Lucarelli, Federico Lugli, Anna Depalmas, Antonio Brunetti
Summary: This paper presents the results of an archaeometric analysis on an early Iron Age anthropomorphic figurine discovered in Italy. The analysis used non-destructive and micro-invasive investigation techniques to determine the material and origin of the figurine. The results provide further evidence of trade and direct exchanges between Sardinia and southern Etruria.
JOURNAL OF ARCHAEOLOGICAL SCIENCE-REPORTS
(2023)
Article
Engineering, Environmental
Yikai Liu, Simone Molinari, Maria Chiara Dalconi, Luca Valentini, Giulia Ricci, Claudio Carrer, Giorgio Ferrari, Gilberto Artioli
Summary: In this study, the role of soil mineralogy in the release of potentially toxic elements (PTEs) was investigated, and a modeling approach was used to predict the leaching behavior. The results showed that the lowest leached concentrations of lead (Pb) and zinc (Zn) occurred at pH values ranging from 8.0 to 10.0. Anglesite, cerussite, and hydrocerussite were found to control Pb retention, while zinc carbonates and hydroxides were responsible for Zn retention. The release of sulfate increased with pH values, governed by the equilibrium of jarosite, gypsum, and anglesite. The combination of experimental and modeling approaches provided valuable insights into PTEs' release and retention.
JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
(2023)
