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The understanding and awareness of the occurrence and importance of microbiologically caused deterioration within a museum context vary considerably from institute to institute within the art conservation community. While understanding the nature and severity of a microbiological problem is difficult in itself, perhaps even more difficult is prescribing a safe and effective treatment for an object of artistic of cultural value. This introduction will review some of the issues art conservators face when confronted with a microbiological problem. Suggestions are made towards bridging the gap between conservation and research in the field; in addition, suggestions on directions for future research are included.
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Koestler, R.J., Santoro, E.D. (1990). Biodeterioration in Museums—Observations. In: Llewellyn, G.C., O’Rear, C.E. (eds) Biodeterioration Research. Biodeterioration Research, vol 3. Springer, Boston, MA. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4757-9453-3_40
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