The use of high-frequency electromagnetic radiation to remove biofilms from canvas

P. Cennamo, N. Pasquino, A. Moretti
Abstract:
A methodology based on pulsed electromagnetic radiation in an unlicensed radiofrequency band is proposed to eliminate biodeteriogens from biofilms encrusting canvas of artistic interest. Molecular techniques allowed to identify species of bacteria and microfungi in the biofilms. Experimental results showed that the area covered by biofilm disappeared after exposure over five days.
Download:
IMEKO-TC4-ARCHAEO-2017-059.pdf
DOI:
-
Event details
IMEKO TC:
TC4
Event name:
TC4 MetroArchaeo 2017
Title:

IMEKO TC4 International Conference on Metrology for Archaeology and Cultural Heritage

Place:
Lecce, ITALY
Time:
23 October 2017 - 25 October 2017