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Microorganisms in the Deterioration and Preservation of Cultural Heritage.

Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Joseph, Edith.
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: Cham : Springer International Publishing AG, 2021.
Edition:1st ed.
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Table of Contents:
  • Intro
  • Preface
  • Acknowledgement
  • Contents
  • Part I: Occurrence of Microorganisms in Heritage Materials
  • Chapter 1: Microbial Growth and its Effects on Inorganic Heritage Materials
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Biofilms and Lichens
  • 3 Factors Influencing Microbial Colonization
  • 4 Biodeterioration Processes Caused by Biofilms and Lichens
  • 4.1 Stone
  • 4.2 Stained-Glass Windows
  • 4.3 Metals
  • 5 Bioprotection of Stones by Biofilms and Lichens
  • References
  • Chapter 2: Microbiota and Biochemical Processes Involved in Biodeterioration of Cultural Heritage and Protection
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Microbial Colonization
  • 2.1 Pioneering Colonizers and Colors
  • 2.2 Halophilic
  • 2.3 Archaea
  • 3 Key Biochemical Processes of Biodeterioration
  • 3.1 Carbon Sequestration
  • 3.2 Nitrogen Transformation
  • 3.3 Sulfur Transformation
  • 3.4 Other Elements
  • 4 Interactions Among Sandstone, Microbiota, and the Local Environment
  • 4.1 Material Types
  • 4.2 Available Nutrients and Pollutants
  • 5 Protection Strategies
  • 6 Summary
  • References
  • Chapter 3: Molecular-Based Techniques for the Study of Microbial Communities in Artworks
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 High-Throughput Sequencing Methods: Next Generation Sequencing (NGS)
  • 3 Metagenomics in Cultural Heritage
  • 4 Transcriptomics and More -Omic and Meta-Omic Techniques for the Analysis of Cultural Heritage
  • References
  • Chapter 4: Extreme Colonizers and Rapid Profiteers: The Challenging World of Microorganisms That Attack Paper and Parchment
  • 1 Paper and Parchment as Food Sources for Microbes
  • 1.1 Paper
  • 1.2 Parchment
  • 2 The Fungal and Bacterial Species That Attack Paper and Parchment
  • 3 Arrival, Colonization and Affirmation
  • 4 Random Events, Common Denominators, Model Mechanisms
  • 4.1 Actors and Mechanisms
  • 4.2 A Rare Fungal Species
  • 4.3 A Solitary Colonizer.
  • 4.4 A Complex Turnover
  • 5 Perspectives
  • References
  • Part II: Green Methods Again Biodeterioration
  • Chapter 5: Novel Antibiofilm Non-Biocidal Strategies
  • 1 Biocides
  • 2 What Do We Mean by Green Alternatives?
  • 3 Lab Biofilm Systems to Test the Efficacy of an Antibiofilm Compound/Mixture
  • 4 Methods for Testing the Effectiveness of Antibiofilm Substances
  • 4.1 Plate Count Assay
  • 4.2 XTT Cell Viability Assay
  • 4.3 ATP-Bioluminescence Assay
  • 4.4 Spectrofluorometric Assay
  • 4.5 Real-Time Reverse Transcription PCR (qRT-PCR)
  • 4.6 Chlorophyll
  • 4.7 Proteins Quantification
  • 4.8 Biofilm Staining and Microscopy
  • 5 Conclusion
  • References
  • Chapter 6: Green Mitigation Strategy for Cultural Heritage Using Bacterial Biocides
  • 1 Biodeterioration of Cultural Heritage Materials
  • 2 Bacterial Green Biocides for Cultural Heritage
  • References
  • Chapter 7: New Perspectives Against Biodeterioration Through Public Lighting
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Lighting-Based Strategies Currently Used Against Biodeterioration
  • 3 Public Outdoor Lighting Systems Illuminating Heritage Buildings
  • 4 In What Form Public Lighting Can Be Turned Into a Green Method?
  • 5 Current Perspectives and Future Directions
  • References
  • Part III: Biocleaning and Bio-Based Conservation Methods
  • Chapter 8: Bioremoval of Graffiti in the Context of Current Biocleaning Research
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Why Can Graffiti Paint Be Removed by Biocleaning Treatments?
  • 3 Methodological Advances in Bioremoval of Salts, Organic Matter and Graffiti
  • 3.1 Selection of Suitable Microorganisms for the Bioremoval of Graffiti
  • 3.2 Culture Media and Growth Protocols for the Selected Microorganisms
  • 3.3 Microorganism Application Protocols
  • 3.4 Protocols for Evaluating Graffiti Cleaning
  • 3.5 Long-Term Monitoring to Evaluate Graffiti Cleaning.
  • 4 Remaining Challenges in Graffiti Biocleaning
  • 5 Conclusion and Final Remarks
  • References
  • Chapter 9: Ancient Textile Deterioration and Restoration: Bio-Cleaning of an Egyptian Shroud Held in the Torino Museum
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Textile Aging and Deterioration
  • 3 Bio-Cleaning-Bio-Restoration of Textiles
  • 4 Case Study: Adhesive-Removal by Enzymatic Approach
  • 4.1 Description of the Coptic Tunic and Its State of Conservation
  • 4.2 Description of the Strategies to Fulfill the Objectives
  • 4.3 Step 1: Establishing the Nature of the Glue (Lugol Test and FT-IR)
  • 4.4 Step 2: Selecting the Most Suitable Enzyme and Immobilization Strategy
  • 4.5 Step 3: Simulated Sample Preparation, Aging, and Damaging
  • 4.6 Step 4: Glue Removal Test by Immobilized α-Amylase on a Simulated Sample
  • 4.7 Step 5: Glue Removal by Immobilized α-Amylase on the Original Archeological Shroud
  • 5 Conclusion
  • References
  • Chapter 10: Advanced Biocleaning System for Historical Wall Paintings
  • 1 Biotechnologies Applied to CH
  • 2 Case Study of the Conversion of St. Efisio and Battle (Conversione di San Efisio e Battaglia), Pisa, Italy
  • 3 Case Study of Stories of the Holy Fathers (Storie dei Santi Padri), Pisa, Italy
  • 4 Case Study of Casina Farnese on the Palatine Hill, Rome, Italy
  • 5 Case Study of Animal Glue on Frescoes on the Santos Juanes Church, Valencia, Spain
  • 6 Final Considerations
  • References
  • Chapter 11: Sustainable Restoration Through Biotechnological Processes: A Proof of Concept
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Bio-Cleaning Procedures Developed in the Case Studies
  • 3 Bio-Cleaning Case Studies: Review and Discussion
  • 4 Biodeteriogens Removal and Control
  • 4.1 ``Green Biocides ́́
  • 4.2 BioZ
  • 4.3 LIQ
  • 4.4 SME 1.11
  • 4.5 NopalCap
  • 4.6 Real Cases Application
  • 5 Concluding Remarks
  • References.
  • Chapter 12: The Role of Microorganisms in the Removal of Nitrates and Sulfates on Artistic Stoneworks
  • 1 Stone Sulfation and Nitration Mechanisms
  • 2 Removal of Black Crusts, Sulfates, Nitrates, and Deposits
  • 3 Conclusions
  • References
  • Chapter 13: Protection and Consolidation of Stone Heritage by Bacterial Carbonatogenesis
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Conventional Methodologies for Stone Conservation
  • 3 New Methodologies for Stone Conservation
  • 4 Bacterial Biomineralization of Calcium Carbonates
  • 5 International Research Groups Involved in Bacterial Biomineralization
  • 6 The University of Granada Stone Consolidation Patent
  • 7 Self-Inoculation with Indigenous Carbonatogenic Bacterial Community
  • 8 Conclusions and Future Prospects
  • References
  • Chapter 14: Siderophores and their Applications in Wood, Textile, and Paper Conservation
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Biosynthesis, Roles, and Applications of Siderophores
  • 2.1 Biosynthesis
  • 2.2 Roles
  • 2.3 Applications
  • 3 The Structure and Chemistry of Siderophores
  • 3.1 Chelation of Iron
  • 3.2 The Tool: Siderophores
  • 3.2.1 Carboxylate Siderophores
  • 3.2.2 Catecholate Siderophores
  • 3.2.3 Hydroxamate Siderophores
  • 3.2.4 Mixed Type Siderophores
  • 3.3 The Action: Dissolution of Iron Oxides and Hydroxy-Oxides
  • 3.3.1 Acidic Dissolution of Iron Species
  • 3.3.2 Dissolution of Iron Species in the Presence of Siderophores
  • 3.3.3 Effects of Siderophores on the Reduction of Iron(III)
  • 3.3.4 The Kinetics and Mechanisms of Siderophore Action
  • 3.3.5 Side Reactions, Synergistic Effects, and Light Sensitivity
  • 4 Application of Siderophores in Conservation
  • 4.1 The Detrimental Effect of Iron
  • 4.2 The Problem of Conventional Chelators ́Use in Conservation
  • 4.3 Applications of Siderophores in Conservation of Cultural Heritage Objects.
  • 4.3.1 Extraction of Iron from Historical Manuscripts With Iron Gall Ink
  • 4.3.2 Extraction of Iron Compounds from Composite Museum Objects
  • 4.3.3 Extraction of Iron Oxides and Iron Sulfides From Waterlogged Wood
  • 4.3.4 Other Studies with Siderophores
  • 5 Conclusions
  • References
  • Chapter 15: Organic Green Corrosion Inhibitors Derived from Natural and/or Biological Sources for Conservation of Metals Cultu...
  • 1 Introduction
  • 2 Definition of Green Corrosion Inhibitors
  • 2.1 The Different Types or Classes of Corrosion Inhibitors
  • 2.2 How Do They Work?
  • 3 Conservation Research into the Application of GOCIs
  • 3.1 Plant Extracts
  • 3.2 Plant Oils
  • 3.3 Biological
  • 4 Amino Acids: Cysteine as a Corrosion Inhibitor for Copper Alloy Artefacts
  • 5 Where Do We Go from Here?
  • References.

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