Deadline: 30 dicembre 2026

The editorial board of Ochrona Zabytków invites you to submit articles for issue 1/2027, which will focus on the effectiveness of methods used in the conservation of monuments. The aim is to gather the most up-to-date scientific knowledge and professional experience regarding effectiveness, material integrity, compatibility of techniques, and the practical consequences of conservation procedures used.

TOPICS
– evaluation of the effectiveness of conservation and restoration methods, including an assessment of their effectiveness in the light of the latest scientific research and practical examples;
– the compatibility of conservation materials with original materials;
– integrity of conservation techniques;
– assessment of the impact of conservation methods on the environment and on the health of conservators;
– the impact of legal and technical regulations on conservation practices, including those related to limiting the use of toxic gases in the disinfection and disinfestation of objects.

The EU’s regulatory framework concerning substances that may have significant environmental and health implications is creating new challenges in the selection of alternative, safe methods. We are particularly interested in research based on case studies using empirical analyses, laboratory tests of conservation materials, and comparisons of methods in terms of their compatibility with historical techniques. We also welcome proposals and tests of alternative solutions that limit negative environmental impact. We also invite critical analyses of scientific literature that evaluate current achievements and identify research gaps.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION
Deadline for submission of articles: 30 December 2026
Editorial requirements and guidelines for authors are available at: ochronazabytkow.nid.pl/panele/for-authors.
Submissions should be sent to the editorial office at: redakcjaoz@nid.pl.

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