Linkage Projects - Grant ID: LP160100160 [ 2016-12-09 - 2022-12-31 ]

Research Grant

Researchers: A/Prof Andrew Jamieson (Chief Investigator) ,  A/Prof Barbara Stuart (Chief Investigator) ,  Petronella Nel (Chief Investigator) ,  Prof Kenneth Ghiggino (Chief Investigator) ,  Prof Robyn Sloggett (Chief Investigator)
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Brief description A national framework for managing malignant plastics in museum collections. A national framework for managing malignant plastics in museum collections. This collaborative project between three universities, four museums and an art gallery aims to discover how to predict and increase the lifespan of malignant plastics or polymers by studying their identification, deterioration and conservation. 5 to 80% of museum collections, composed of growing numbers of plastic or polymer-based materials, need better preservation. Conservators do not have much expertise in preserving plastics, which are contemporary and have a relatively short life expectancy. This project intends to provide museums with a model for prioritising and effectively allocating resources to preserve a vulnerable group of collections for future generations.

Funding Amount $280,000

Funding Scheme Linkage Projects

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