Article
Environmental Sciences
Daniela Pinna, Valentina Mazzotti, Sabrina Gualtieri, Samuele Voyron, Alessia Andreotti, Sergio Enrico Favero-Longo
Summary: This study investigated the effects of biological growth on ceramic artworks. It found that the physical properties of the ceramics and the environmental climate conditions have a significant impact on the biological colonization. The results showed that certain lichens have a protective effect on ceramics with high porosity, while Verrucaria nigrescens negatively affects the substrate.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2023)
Article
Microbiology
Jin Chen, Qing Zhao, Fangbing Li, Xiangwei Zhao, Yang Wang, Limin Zhang, Jinan Liu, Lingbin Yan, Lifei Yu
Summary: Microorganisms play a crucial role in rock deterioration, accelerating soil formation and ecosystem restoration. This study found that factors such as organic acid, inorganic acid, nutrient availability, and water availability affect microbial colonization of sterile limestone. The research also showed that limestone is highly receptive to microbial colonization, with rapid colonization occurring within 60 days.
FRONTIERS IN MICROBIOLOGY
(2023)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Wafaa Borja, Hicham El Boudour El Idrissi, Mossaab Mouiya, Sanae Sbi, Youssef Daafi, Youssef Tamraoui, Jones Alami
Summary: The study found that phosphate waste rocks are suitable for use as raw materials in ceramic tile production, potentially replacing conventional industrial minerals. These waste rocks are mainly composed of mineral phases and carbonates, with the resulting ceramic tiles exhibiting strong compression strength and suitability for use in traditional Moroccan wall tiles.
CERAMICS INTERNATIONAL
(2022)
Article
Green & Sustainable Science & Technology
A. M. Pitarch, L. Reig, A. E. Tomas, G. Forcada, L. Soriano, M. V. Borrachero, J. Paya, J. M. Monzo
Summary: This study evaluated the pozzolanic activity of three different ceramic waste types and found that the pozzolanic reaction of these waste materials improved with curing time, with the possibility of partially replacing PC to meet mechanical requirements.
JOURNAL OF CLEANER PRODUCTION
(2021)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Mattea Romani, Emilie Adouane, Claire Carrion, Carole Veckerle, Dominique Boeuf, Frederic Fernandez, Manon Lefevre, Laurent Intertaglia, Alice M. S. Rodrigues, Philippe Lebaron, Raphael Lami
Summary: The pioneering biofilms on ceramic roof tiles are extremely diverse and dominated by Actinobacteria, Chlorophyta, and Pleosporales. While biofilm development differs greatly between tiles and exposure sites, microbial colonization patterns succession remains consistent. Pioneer organisms colonizing tiles possess features like the ability to produce biofilm matrix and antimicrobial compounds.
INTERNATIONAL BIODETERIORATION & BIODEGRADATION
(2021)
Article
Archaeology
Joao Trovao, Fabiana Soares, Igor Tiago, Lidia Catarino, Antonio Portugal, Francisco Gil
Summary: This study evaluated the growth of different fungi on stone replicas and found that different fungi performed differently under different nutrient environments. In addition, aesthetic alterations caused by fungal growth, as well as possible erosion and mineralization phenomena of calcite layers by fungi, were observed.
JOURNAL OF CULTURAL HERITAGE
(2021)
Article
Microbiology
Mattea Romani, Claire Carrion, Frederic Fernandez, Philippe Lebaron, Raphael Lami
Summary: The study compared the effects of two common water repellents on microbial growth on ceramic roof tiles, finding that water repellents can reduce macroscopic colonization by lichens while promoting significant fungal biofilm development at the microscopic scale, with contrasting effects on model strains. This emphasizes the need for industry to conduct further research linking the nature of water repellents with the composition of colonizing multispecies biofilms to improve repellents and adapt their selection to microbial colonization.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Angeliki Christogerou, Paraskevi Lampropoulou, Efstathios Panagiotopoulos
Summary: The addition of boron waste in clay roofing tiles can improve their bending strength and frost resistance, with CBW-8 samples demonstrating higher frost resistance compared to CBW-0 samples.
CONSTRUCTION AND BUILDING MATERIALS
(2021)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Teng-To Yu, Yen-Chun Lin, Shyh-Chin Lan, Yu-En Yang, Pei-Yun Wu, Jo-Chi Lin
Summary: Archived images can be used through machine learning methods to automatically detect the presence of asbestos-cement corrugated roofing tiles over large areas with high accuracy. The key to this study was training the model with a large amount of ground-truth data covering different types of roofs, and ensuring accuracy through X-ray detection.
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Qibin Yuan, Abbas Mohajerani, Adrian Kristoforus, Halenur Kurmus, Urmila Chowdhury, Dilan Robert, Biplob Pramanik, Phuong Tran
Summary: In this study, ceramic tiles incorporating cigarette butts (CBs) were produced and it was found that tiles with 0.5% CBs by mass demonstrated the best performance and met Australian Standards. Additionally, a simulation equation predicted up to 7.79% energy savings during the firing process for ceramic tiles with 1% CBs by mass.
Article
Chemistry, Physical
Rafael Zarzuela, Maria Carbu, Funding Acquistion, Almoraima Gil, Jesus Cantoral, Maria J. Mosquera
Summary: A simple sol-gel route was reported for the preparation of a multifunctional coating with superhydrophobic, biocide, and photoactive properties, combining TiO2 nanoparticles (NPs) functionalized with -SH or -NH terminated alkoxysilanes, and AgNPs into an organically modified silica matrix (ormosil). This coating showed reduced microbial fouling and water retention on porous ceramic materials.
SURFACES AND INTERFACES
(2021)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Marcia Aiko Shirakawa, Lucas Nascimento de Lima, Christine Gaylarde, Vera Fernandes-Hachich, Joao de Athaydes Silva Junior, Vanderley Moacyr John
Summary: This study found that the formation of biofilm in different Brazilian environments can lead to a reduction in the reflectance of cool paint, and this reduction is not uniform across all environments.
ENERGY AND BUILDINGS
(2022)
Review
Engineering, Environmental
Chiara Zanelli, Sonia Conte, Chiara Molinari, Roberto Soldati, Michele Dondi
Summary: The ceramic industry is exploring the impact of waste recycling on ceramic tile manufacturing to achieve a circular economy. The study analyzes the effects of waste on technological behavior, performance, and environmental impact, as well as the technical constraints that waste recycling needs to meet for industrial transfer. Additionally, the feasibility and recommended recyclable amount of waste recycling in ceramic tile production are evaluated.
RESOURCES CONSERVATION AND RECYCLING
(2021)
Article
Construction & Building Technology
Wei Ping Teoh, Swee Yong Chee, Noor Zainab Habib, Mohammed J. K. Bashir, Vui Soon Chok, Choon Aun Ng
Summary: The study utilized waste cooking oil and glycerine pitch to produce blended organic binder Eco-Roofing tiles, achieving a maximum flexural strength of 12.605 MPa. The addition of dodecanedioic acid or a protective layer based on used cooking oil can reduce water absorption. Furthermore, the feasibility of glycerine pitch as a sole binder in producing roofing tiles was investigated, showing a maximum flexural strength of 6.32 MPa and 4.46% water absorption.
JOURNAL OF BUILDING ENGINEERING
(2021)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Shaohua Wang, Xiaonv Li, Chao Wang, Mingmin Bai, Xiaojian Zhou, Xiaozhen Zhang, Yongqing Wang
Summary: A series of high hardness anorthite-based transparent glass-ceramic glazes were successfully developed for ceramic tiles, showing excellent transparency and hardness. The anorthite crystals in the glazes were lamellar-shaped, and could crystallize directly from the frit glaze at 850 degrees C.
JOURNAL OF THE EUROPEAN CERAMIC SOCIETY
(2022)
Article
Chemistry, Analytical
Mathilda L. Coutinho, Joao Pedro Veiga, Andreia Ruivo, Teresa P. Silva, Eduardo Salas-Colera, Silvia Bottura-Scardina, Augusta Lima, Elin Figueiredo, Marine Cotte, Maria Margarida R. Lima
Summary: Chinese blue-and-white porcelain is significant evidence of global trade routes and cultural exchange. Research has shown that the blue color of the porcelain is determined by the speciation of cobalt and iron, which can also be affected by the firing atmosphere conditions.
JOURNAL OF ANALYTICAL ATOMIC SPECTROMETRY
(2022)
Article
Archaeology
Soraia Teixeira, Marcia Vilarigues, Augusta Lima, Rita Branquinho, Luis Dias, Mathilda L. Coutinho
Summary: This study tested different cleaning methods for the removal of calcium incrustations from modern glazed artworks and evaluated their effectiveness through mass variation measurements, microscopy techniques, and mu-Raman. Results showed that the glassy phase was the most affected, with Ionex H being the least harmful cleaning product. A combined approach using microblasting and Ionex H was found to be most effective.
JOURNAL OF CULTURAL HERITAGE
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Nicasio T. Jimenez-Morillo, Gonzalo Almendros, Ana Z. Miller, Patrick G. Hatcher, Jose A. Gonzalez-Perez
Summary: The study found a close relationship between SWR and the molecular composition of soil organic matter, allowing for the prediction of SWR based on FT-ICR/MS analysis. SWR in burned samples was significantly related to the abundance of aromatic and condensed compounds, while in unburned samples, aromatic hydrocarbons and lignin compounds played a significant role.
SCIENCE OF THE TOTAL ENVIRONMENT
(2022)
Article
Environmental Sciences
Giuseppe Nicolosi, Sandro Galdenzi, Maria Anna Messina, Ana Z. Miller, Salvatore Petralia, Serban M. Sarbu, Marco Isaia
Summary: The diverse invertebrate community thriving in the deepest sections of the gypsum karst system of the Monte Conca sinkhole suggests the existence of a complex food web associated with a sulfidic pool and chemoautotrophic microbial activity. The investigation revealed a structured biological assemblage of specialized and non-specialized species encompassing all trophic levels. The presence of a significant chemoautotrophic support by microbial communities to the local food web was observed, especially during the dry season.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF ENVIRONMENTAL RESEARCH AND PUBLIC HEALTH
(2022)
Review
Geochemistry & Geophysics
J. Judson Wynne, Timothy N. Titus, Ali-akbar Agha-Mohammadi, Armando Azua-Bustos, Penelope J. Boston, Pablo de Leon, Cansu Demirel-Floyd, Jo De Waele, Heather Jones, Michael J. Malaska, Ana Z. Miller, Haley M. Sapers, Francesco Sauro, Derek L. Sonderegger, Kyle Uckert, Uland Y. Wong, E. Calvin Alexander, Leroy Chiao, Glen E. Cushing, John DeDecker, Alberto G. Fairen, Amos Frumkin, Gary L. Harris, Michelle L. Kearney, Laura Kerber, Richard J. Leveille, Kavya Manyapu, Matteo Massironi, John E. Mylroie, Bogdan P. Onac, Scott E. Parazynski, Charity M. Phillips-Lander, Thomas H. Prettyman, Dirk Schulze-Makuch, Robert Wagner, William L. Whittaker, Kaj E. Williams
Summary: Nearly 50 years ago, the possibility of lunar lava tube caves was postulated. Today, with advanced satellite technology and survey instruments, we have obtained cave data from various planetary bodies, leading to the study of planetary caves. An interdisciplinary group has identified a strategy to explore caves beyond Earth, focusing on astrobiology, cave environment, geology, robotics, instrumentation, and human exploration. By addressing the top priority questions through research and technological development, a robotic mission to lunar and Martian caves could pave the way for human exploration and potential habitation of these subsurface environments.
JOURNAL OF GEOPHYSICAL RESEARCH-PLANETS
(2022)
Article
Materials Science, Ceramics
Marcia Vilarigues, Andreia Ruivo, Thijs Hagendijk, Mario Bandiera, Mathilda Coutinho, Luis C. Alves, Sven Dupre
Summary: This study investigates the effect of melting conditions and furnaces on the final colors of historical glasses by reproducing three recipes of red enamel glass. The results show that the melting conditions have no significant impact on color differences, but samples produced in electric furnaces at 1200 degrees C exhibit a high degree of crystallinity and fast crystallization at room temperature. The historically optimal temperature range to avoid crystal formation is between 1050 and 1100 degrees C.
INTERNATIONAL JOURNAL OF APPLIED GLASS SCIENCE
(2023)
Article
Chemistry, Multidisciplinary
Alexandra Rodrigues, Margarida Alves, Sara Gutierrez-Patricio, Ana Z. Miller, Maria Filomena Macedo
Summary: This study investigates the bioreceptivity and deterioration of contemporary glass used by artists worldwide. The research confirms that Penicillium chrysogenum and Aspergillus niger fungi cause different types of damage to glass, and the presence of a nutritional source affects the extent of damage.
APPLIED SCIENCES-BASEL
(2022)
Article
Multidisciplinary Sciences
Ana Z. Miller, Nicasio T. Jimenez-Morillo, Mathilda L. Coutinho, Fernando Gazquez, Vera Palma, Francesco Sauro, Manuel F. C. Pereira, Fernando Rull, Theofilos Toulkeridis, Ana T. Caldeira, Paolo Forti, Jose M. Calaforra
Summary: This study provides a comprehensive assessment of speleothems from volcanic caves of the Galapagos Islands, revealing their composition, origin, and the presence of organic molecules. The interactions between organic matter and minerals, as well as biologically-mediated silica precipitation, were confirmed within the speleothems, highlighting environmental and anthropogenic impacts on these unique underground resources.
Article
Spectroscopy
Peter Vandenabeele, Catarina Pereira Miguel, Anastasia Rousaki, Silvia Bottura Scardina, Mathilda Larsson-Coutinho, Miriam Pressato, Antonio Candeias
Summary: Raman spectroscopy is widely used in the analysis of art objects due to its non-destructive nature and the availability of mobile instruments. However, the stable positioning required by Raman spectroscopy limits its accessibility to every spot of large artifacts. Therefore, exploring the use of zoom lenses for Raman investigation at different working distances is valuable.
JOURNAL OF RAMAN SPECTROSCOPY
(2023)
Article
Biotechnology & Applied Microbiology
Rosangela Addesso, Daniela Baldantoni, Beatriz Cubero, Jose Maria De La Rosa, Jose Antonio Gonzalez Perez, Igor Tiago, Ana Teresa Caldeira, Jo De Waele, Ana Z. Miller
Summary: Removing lampenflora, phototrophic organisms developing on rock surfaces in tourist cavities due to the artificial lighting, is a challenge for sustainable and appropriate long-term management of caves. The effects of commonly used lampenflora cleaning operations (NaClO, H2O2 and UVC) were investigated in Pertosa-Auletta Cave (Italy). NaClO showed good disinfection capability without causing any rock deterioration, while H2O2 was corrosive and did not remove biomass effectively. UVC treatments had no noticeable effect on the biofilms.
Article
Archaeology
Carolina Marques Sanchis, Pilar Bosch-Roig, Begona Carrascosa Moliner, Ana Z. Miller
Summary: The potential use of essential oils in Cultural Heritage has been increasingly studied in the last decade due to their antimicrobial potential and absence of toxicity. This research assessed the volatile antifungal activity of two essential oils (Origanum vulgare and Syzygium aromaticum) for the first time against fungi isolated from biodeteriorated archaeological mummified skin. The results showed that the tested essential oils exhibited antifungal activity, with oregano oil being the most effective for all three fungal strains.
JOURNAL OF CULTURAL HERITAGE
(2023)
Article
Ecology
Giuseppe Nicolosi, Jose L. Gonzalez-Pimentel, Elena Piano, Marco Isaia, Ana Z. Z. Miller
Summary: Microbial communities in lava tubes have been less studied compared to limestone caves. However, a study on four lava tubes in Mount Etna volcano reveals a diverse range of microbial cells similar to actinobacteria found in other lava tubes globally. The colored microbial mats in these lava tubes consist mainly of bacteria belonging to Actinomycetota, Pseudomonadota, Acidobacteriota, Chloroflexota, and Cyanobacteria. Specific genera, such as Crossiella, Pseudomonas, Bacillus, Chujaibacter, and Sphingomonas dominate the microbial communities and are associated with carbon, nitrogen, and ammonia cycles.
Article
Agronomy
Jose Maria De la Rosa, Sara Maria Perez-Dali, Paloma Campos, Agueda Sanchez-Martin, Jose Antonio Gonzalez-Perez, Ana Zelia Miller
Summary: Today's agriculture faces the challenge of ensuring food supply for a growing population while human activity has deteriorated a significant portion of the world's soils. Valorizing and recycling mineral and agricultural waste can enhance a sustainable economy and promote activities focused on soil nutrient cycling.
Article
Humanities, Multidisciplinary
Teresa P. Silva, Daniel de Oliveira, Joao P. Veiga, Vitor Lisboa, Jorge Carvalho, M. Alexandra Barreiros, Mathilda L. Coutinho, Eduardo Salas-Colera, Rogerio Vigario
Summary: Bluish-grey limestones are commonly used for decoration purposes and may undergo color changes in outdoor environments. This study used various techniques to analyze the reason for color changes in limestone and found that UV radiation has a significant impact on the limestone's color.
Article
Humanities, Multidisciplinary
Alexandra Rodrigues, Mathilda L. Coutinho, Carla Machado, Luis Cerqueira Alves, Andreia Machado, Marcia Vilarigues
Summary: This study presents the first assessment of the chemical composition of Germanic grisaille on a wide chronology through the stained-glass collection of King Ferdinand II of Portugal. The results reveal the preference for copper-based grisaille before the 18th century and the increased diversity in composition in the 19th century.
Article
Archaeology
Justin J. L. Kimball, Ruben With, Christian Lochsen Rodsrud
Summary: Micro-CT (μCT) has been increasingly used in the cultural heritage sector to understand past cultures and their materials. In the case of the Gjellestad ship from the Viking Age, μCT was used to document and conserve the deteriorated organic and metallic materials. A georeferencing system was developed to retain important stratigraphic and position information, allowing for spatial positioning using 3D GIS. The use of μCT has shown positive impact on the documentation, conservation, and reconstruction of cultural heritage.
JOURNAL OF CULTURAL HERITAGE
(2024)
Review
Archaeology
S. Sylaiou, P. Dafiotis, D. Koukopoulos, K. Koukoulis, R. Vital, A. Antoniou, Chr. Fidas
Summary: This manuscript discusses the growing importance of Extended Reality (XR) in art exhibitions. It explores the technologies used, design issues, evaluation metrics, and aims of XR exhibitions. The research focuses on the current types of technologies used, primary design considerations, and methods to enhance user experience. The paper also examines evaluation criteria and the use of virtual humans for increased engagement. Additionally, it thoroughly discusses parameters affecting user experience and offers suggestions for optimizing design and future directions.
JOURNAL OF CULTURAL HERITAGE
(2024)
Article
Archaeology
Carlo Battini, Umberto Ferretti, Giorgia De Angelis, Roberto Pierdicca, Marina Paolanti, Ramona Quattrini
Summary: This research presents a method for recognizing historical building elements using a deep learning system. By leveraging synthetic point clouds to generate 3D models, the proposed approach achieves high accuracy in the experiments conducted on a newly synthetic dataset.
JOURNAL OF CULTURAL HERITAGE
(2024)
Article
Archaeology
Jingwen Zhang, Tianlin Ren
Summary: In the era of digital information, metadata and ontology technology have promoted the management and utilization of museum collections. This study focused on ancient Chinese ceramics and proposed solutions for the shortcomings in their information management through metadata analysis and ontology construction. The structure of the ontology was visualized to provide a clearer understanding of ancient Chinese ceramics.
JOURNAL OF CULTURAL HERITAGE
(2024)