This symposium will provide a forum for scientists, technicians and experts in the area of conservation and restoration of monuments to present their work and exchange their ideas and experiences.
The theme chosen for this session, 'Water and Cultural Heritage', refers to problems stemming from the interaction between water and construction materials in general, with a particular emphasis on monuments which are permanently in contact with water, such as quays, bridges, water mills or châteaux surrounded by moats.
The thematic areas of this symposium are:
• physical and (bio)chemical processes in material deterioration
• treatments, restoration
• monuments and natural disasters (in particular high water levels, storms and floods)
• attendance and conservation
• economic and managerial aspects
• professional training and the relationship between restorers and scientific research organizations.