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We are at a unique point in our history in which much of the world’s cultural heritage is in peril, and many of the underlying technologies are being lost. To preserve our inheritance, a workforce of scientists trained to work with conservators and other specialists is critical to solve the problems of stabilizing and preserving art, artifacts and sites.

- P. Vandiver

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Learn about the programs and degrees offered under the Heritage Conservation Science Program.
We're committed to research, such as gathering information on Hopi pottery, analyzing fifteenth century paintings and pigments, reconstructing smelting technologies through slag analysis and replication, exploring laser technology for use in cleaning art and artifacts, studying Chinese Ru glazes, and much more.
We work with the Arizona State Museum on a wide variety of activities. Perhaps you'd like to find out more about our program by joining us on one of these fascinating projects.
A strong interdisciplinary program requires a strong team of professors, researchers, and students. Meet our team members here.
 
IN THE NEWS . . .
- Dealing With the Dark Side of Artifact Repatriation, May 6, 2005 uanews.org story
- Arizona Illustrated interview with Pamela Vandiver
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