Istituto per la Valorizzazione del Legno e delle Specie Arboree

Unveiling the presence of microbial biodeteriogens in paper artifacts through HyperSpectral imaging

Microbial biodeterioration constitutes a pervasive deterioration mechanism in cellulose-based heritage materials, where enzymatic depolymerization and metabolite-induced chromatic alterations compromise both the structural integrity and the legibility of the artifact. The develop...

Building bridges across borders to co-develop flood early warning in the Sahel

Flood risk in the Sahel has increased markedly over recent decades, driven by the intensification of hydro-climatic hazards and the rapid growth of exposure in urban and peri-urban areas. In this context, FEWSs (FEWSs) are increasingly recognized as a key component of climate ser...