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1. Job opportunity: Project Conservator Paper & Books (Arab and Islamic Manuscripts collection) at TCD 2. Icon PPG Symposium 2025- Private Practice: Where are we now? Tickets available now! 3. RE: Tue 8/26 10am ET MOXY: Plasma-generated Atomic Oxygen for the Cleaning of Sensitive Cultural Heritage Surfaces 4. RE: Tue 8/26 10am ET MOXY: Plasma-generated Atomic Oxygen for the Cleaning of Sensitive Cultural Heritage Surfaces 5. 🚨 ICON Ceramics and Glass Group- Call for New Committee Members 🚨 6. Workshop on tear mending for canvas paintings 7. Call for papers - 2026 Frame: Concept, History & Conservation Symposium 3 - Hobart, Tasmania,16-18 February ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1.From: Tania Desloge Posted: Tuesday August 19, 2025 11:35 AM Subject: Job opportunity: Project Conservator Paper & Books (Arab and Islamic Manuscripts collection) at TCD Message: Job Title : Project Conservator- Paper and Books (Arab and Islamic Manuscripts Collection) Pay Scale : Senior Technical Officer Closing Date : 28-Aug-2025 12:00 Contact Email : [email protected] <[email protected]?subject=Project Conservator- Paper and Books (Arab and Islamic Manuscripts Collection)> Fixed term contract: 12 months  Post Summary:- Applications are invited for a specific purpose post of Project Conservator – Paper and Books (Arab and Islamic Manuscripts) in the Preservation & Conservation Department at Trinity College Library.  The successful candidate will be based in the Library's Preservation and Conservation Team specifically working on a selection of the 80 plus manuscripts in paper, book and scroll format that make up the Library's Arab and Islamic Manuscripts Collection. They will be responsible for carrying out and documenting conservation treatment, developing and prioritising the conservation workflow of the project in collaboration with the Chief Conservator and Conservation Project Manager and the rest of the Arab and Islamic Manuscripts project team. The successful candidate will be encouraged to develop her/his professional career through research and publication. They will be expected to work both independently and within a team, and to effectively manage their workflow. The post-holder will be responsible for reporting on project milestones and will work closely with the associated subject specialist and photographer.  Post status: Specific Purpose Contract The Arab and Islamic Manuscripts Project is a specific project to digitize Library collection material and make it available. The post is to carry out the specialist conservation of agreed material to enable digitisation and general support of the project.  * This appointment is for the specific purpose of carrying out the specialist conservation of agreed material to enable digitisation and general support of 'The Arab and Islamic Manuscripts Project'. Employment is not offered on an indefinite duration basis, as your role is tied to these specific activities which are expected to be completed within a defined period. The activities for your role are funded by an Anonymous donor and are not part of the core university funding. Therefore, termination of this contract will occur upon completion of the work in which you are engaged, or if the funding stream is terminated or withdrawn by the funding agency. *  Hours of Post: 35 hours per week  Salary: his appointment will be made on the Senior Technical Officer Salary Scale ( €60,520 - €72,709 per annum). at a point in line with current Government pay policy. monthly/weekly payscales. (tcd.ie)  How to apply: To assist the selection process, applicants should submit a Curriculum Vitae and a Cover Letter (maximum one A4 page) that specifically addresses the following points: Clearly outline relevant experience and how this experience has contributed to their knowledge. Demonstrate, through past examples, their ability to work on their own initiative and to resolve problems. The job can be found here: Vacancies - Human Resources - Trinity College Dublin <https://www.tcd.ie/hr/vacancies/> (Please search under Library in the Department section) Informal enquiries about this post should be made to Sarah VanSnick, Head of Preservation and Conservation, E:  [email protected] <[email protected]>  Application queries about this post, please email the Andrea Free at E: [email protected] <[email protected]>  and include the Competition ID number in the subject heading. At Trinity, we are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all individuals, including those with disabilities, those who have followed non-traditional career paths, and those who have taken time out for reasons such as family or caring responsibilities. We also welcome international applicants, including those who have been displaced due to conflict or war. ------------------------------ Tania Desloge Preventive Conservator Trinity College Dublin Library Dublin Ireland ------------------------------ 2.From: Isabella Rossi Posted: Tuesday August 19, 2025 11:35 AM Subject: Icon PPG Symposium 2025- Private Practice: Where are we now? Tickets available now! Message: The Icon Private Practice Group (PPG) is pleased to announce its inaugural symposium will be held at The Belfrey Hall in York on the 6th October 2025. The first Icon PPG AGM will also be held at this event. Topics presented will be informed by the pre-symposium survey and explored on the day alongside talks by invited speakers, presentations by private practice colleagues, round table discussions and audience participation. The symposium will be both an in-person and online event. PROGRAMME Keynote presentations are scheduled from Janet Berry ACR (Head of Conservation of Churchcare), Clare Stoughton-Harris ACR (Studio Lead & Senior National Conservator - Textiles, National Trust), and Fiona Woolley (Programmes and Conservation Grants Officer at Assoc. of Independent Museums). Icon's CEO Emma Jhita will also present updates on Icon's petition for Royal Charter. This hybrid conference will feature presentations from Private Practitioners on: • How the private sector has changed • The future of private practice • Reflections and anecdotes from private practice • Educating the next generation of private practitioners • Challenges of private practice • Contributions private practice makes to the industry • Case studies of treatments or projects • Collaborations, either with fellow private practitioners or institutions The pre-symposium survey <https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfIMf3mknrU019UE27VGSKMxyoWBEmoXTWI1j259IOYQwXzhA/viewform> gathers information and opinions on how the private sector is faring in 2025, and results will be summarised and explored at the symposium through round-table discussion and audience participation. Remember to submit your views by 30th September! Whether you're a seasoned conservator, an emerging professional, or a student, this symposium offers valuable insights into the private sector! JOIN US Join us either in person at The Belfrey Hall, York, or online through our virtual platform. Event programme schedule will be released shortly. Tickets are available here <https://www.icon.org.uk/events/ppg-symposium-2025-private-practice-where-are-we-now.html> on the Icon website. ------------------------------ Isabella Rossi Social Media Officer Icon Private Practice Group ------------------------------ 3.From: Chloe Castro Posted: Tuesday August 19, 2025 11:36 AM Subject: RE: Tue 8/26 10am ET MOXY: Plasma-generated Atomic Oxygen for the Cleaning of Sensitive Cultural Heritage Surfaces Message: I'm very much looking forward to this presentation, thank you. And this might be directed more towards @Bonnie Naugle <https://www.culturalheritage.org/people/bonnie-naugle>, but the link at the top of this post (https://learning.culturalheritage.org/p/moxy) says registration for members is $10. Then when you click through the actual registration process, it's fee-free for members. ------------------------------ Chloe Castro Objects Conservator Sage Art Conservation Fairfield United States ------------------------------ ------------------------------------------- Original Message: Sent: 08-18-2025 19:14 From: Cristiana Acerbi Ginatta Subject: Tue 8/26 10am ET MOXY: Plasma-generated Atomic Oxygen for the Cleaning of Sensitive Cultural Heritage Surfaces If you haven't had a chance to register for the MOXY virtual presentation next week on Tuesday, please register now using this link: https://learning.culturalheritage.org/p/moxy It is the opportunity to explore the new AIC website. Great job, Bonnie, Ryan and AIC team! Registration is free for AIC members and students (you still need to register and go through the "purchase" at $0); $20 for non-AIC members. The speakers are generously volunteering their time and the funds raised will be used to support programs at the annual conference. Recordings will be available for registered participants. MOXY: Plasma-generated Atomic Oxygen for the Cleaning of Sensitive Cultural Heritage Surfaces Tuesday, August 26, 10-11:30 AM ET In 1997 two NASA scientists pioneered the application of atomic oxygen in the removal of lipstick from Andy Warhol, Bathtub (1961). MOXY picked up the baton in 2022 (and the two NASA scientists serve on the Scientific Advisory Committee). MOXY has developed an entirely new technology using radio frequency pulsed cold plasma to generate the AO at low temperatures and at atmospheric pressure, which is quite different from the 1990s NASA instrumentation. Participants will hear from the MOXY team about the research conducted since 2022 and the results achieved, such as removal of soot from a pastel. Questions from the audience are encouraged. Nina Olsson, Senior Researcher, ICOMOS-Lietuva Tomas Markevicius, Senior Researcher, University of Gent and University of Amsterdam Catarina Rochas Pires, PhD student, University of Amsterdam Kirill Shumikhin and Cecilia Campi, PhD students, University of Pisa For additional information: www.moxyproject.eu <http://www.moxyproject.eu> Now in its third year, the Horizon Europe MOXY Research Project (2022-2026) has developed a novel, environmentally friendly technology for generating atomic oxygen (AO) under atmospheric pressure conditions, enabling the non-contact cleaning of soot and other carbon-based soiling from sensitive cultural heritage surfaces. The experimental results are currently being analyzed and assessed to gain a deeper understanding of the AO cleaning and tailor AO for the cleaning of painted surfaces and other porous and sensitive materials. The MOXY project is part of the EU Green Cluster for Conservation Research and Science, a group of cultural heritage conservation research initiatives that investigate innovative approaches, methods and technologies that can transform conservation into a greener practice, achieving improved and safer results for the artwork, while lowering the impact on the environment and providing safer working conditions for operators. MOXY Senior researchers and PhD students will present talks on the AO plasma generation technology, the AO cleaning process, the practical operation of the instrument in the laboratory, the experimental application of atomic oxygen for cultural heritage materials, the analytical investigation of the interactions between atomic oxygen and cultural heritage materials, and finally some undesirable results, and unexpected new applications. A collegial open discussion and question-and-answer period will conclude the event. ------------------------------ Cristiana Acerbi Ginatta Conservator of Paintings Arte Viva LLC Dallas TX ------------------------------ 4.From: Bonnie Naugle Posted: Tuesday August 19, 2025 12:07 PM Subject: RE: Tue 8/26 10am ET MOXY: Plasma-generated Atomic Oxygen for the Cleaning of Sensitive Cultural Heritage Surfaces Message: Thank you for flagging this, Chloe! I've now fixed this in the event pricing. We went back and forth on fees at the start, so I'm glad you pointed out where the error was. I'm looking forward to this webinar - such an interesting project! Bonnie ------------------------------ Bonnie Naugle she, her Communications & Membership Director American Institute for Conservation and Foundation for Advancement in Conservation Washington, DC ------------------------------ ------------------------------------------- Original Message: Sent: 08-19-2025 10:07 From: Chloe Castro Subject: Tue 8/26 10am ET MOXY: Plasma-generated Atomic Oxygen for the Cleaning of Sensitive Cultural Heritage Surfaces I'm very much looking forward to this presentation, thank you. And this might be directed more towards @Bonnie Naugle <https://www.culturalheritage.org/people/bonnie-naugle>, but the link at the top of this post (https://learning.culturalheritage.org/p/moxy) says registration for members is $10. Then when you click through the actual registration process, it's fee-free for members. ------------------------------ Chloe Castro Objects Conservator Sage Art Conservation Fairfield United States ------------------------------ Original Message: Sent: 08-18-2025 19:14 From: Cristiana Acerbi Ginatta Subject: Tue 8/26 10am ET MOXY: Plasma-generated Atomic Oxygen for the Cleaning of Sensitive Cultural Heritage Surfaces If you haven't had a chance to register for the MOXY virtual presentation next week on Tuesday, please register now using this link: https://learning.culturalheritage.org/p/moxy It is the opportunity to explore the new AIC website. Great job, Bonnie, Ryan and AIC team! Registration is free for AIC members and students (you still need to register and go through the "purchase" at $0); $20 for non-AIC members. The speakers are generously volunteering their time and the funds raised will be used to support programs at the annual conference. Recordings will be available for registered participants. MOXY: Plasma-generated Atomic Oxygen for the Cleaning of Sensitive Cultural Heritage Surfaces Tuesday, August 26, 10-11:30 AM ET In 1997 two NASA scientists pioneered the application of atomic oxygen in the removal of lipstick from Andy Warhol, Bathtub (1961). MOXY picked up the baton in 2022 (and the two NASA scientists serve on the Scientific Advisory Committee). MOXY has developed an entirely new technology using radio frequency pulsed cold plasma to generate the AO at low temperatures and at atmospheric pressure, which is quite different from the 1990s NASA instrumentation. Participants will hear from the MOXY team about the research conducted since 2022 and the results achieved, such as removal of soot from a pastel. Questions from the audience are encouraged. Nina Olsson, Senior Researcher, ICOMOS-Lietuva Tomas Markevicius, Senior Researcher, University of Gent and University of Amsterdam Catarina Rochas Pires, PhD student, University of Amsterdam Kirill Shumikhin and Cecilia Campi, PhD students, University of Pisa For additional information: www.moxyproject.eu <http://www.moxyproject.eu> Now in its third year, the Horizon Europe MOXY Research Project (2022-2026) has developed a novel, environmentally friendly technology for generating atomic oxygen (AO) under atmospheric pressure conditions, enabling the non-contact cleaning of soot and other carbon-based soiling from sensitive cultural heritage surfaces. The experimental results are currently being analyzed and assessed to gain a deeper understanding of the AO cleaning and tailor AO for the cleaning of painted surfaces and other porous and sensitive materials. The MOXY project is part of the EU Green Cluster for Conservation Research and Science, a group of cultural heritage conservation research initiatives that investigate innovative approaches, methods and technologies that can transform conservation into a greener practice, achieving improved and safer results for the artwork, while lowering the impact on the environment and providing safer working conditions for operators. MOXY Senior researchers and PhD students will present talks on the AO plasma generation technology, the AO cleaning process, the practical operation of the instrument in the laboratory, the experimental application of atomic oxygen for cultural heritage materials, the analytical investigation of the interactions between atomic oxygen and cultural heritage materials, and finally some undesirable results, and unexpected new applications. A collegial open discussion and question-and-answer period will conclude the event. ------------------------------ Cristiana Acerbi Ginatta Conservator of Paintings Arte Viva LLC Dallas TX ------------------------------ 5.From: Sian Pirnie Posted: Tuesday August 19, 2025 12:07 PM Subject: 🚨 ICON Ceramics and Glass Group- Call for New Committee Members 🚨 Message: Calling all ceramics and glass conservators, we need your help. The ICON Ceramics and Glass Group are currently recruiting committee members. We have five roles that need to be filled in September. The ICON Ceramics and Glass Group needs your help to stay active and productive into 2026. The C&G Group has worked hard for 41 years to bring members together for informative and educational networking events, and now it needs input from dynamic and thoughtful contributors to continue for the next generation of conservators. Serving on the committee provides a fantastic opportunity for building skills, networking and professional development, all while giving back to the conservation community. Please read the roles outlined below. If you feel you would be a good fit, email [email protected] <[email protected]> with a short biography and your reasons for wishing to serve on the group. The five roles that need to be filled in September 2025: Chairperson Acts as the link between the CGG committee, ICON office and other Groups Ensures regular committee meetings and suitable attendance by members Produces a regular update to ICON news from the groups Acts as a point of contact to members of the CGG group Prepares agendas for CGG committee meetings with Secretary (approx. 4 annually) Prepares the agenda for the Annual Group Meeting (AGM) Prepares an annual chairs report for AGM Convenes and chairs committee meetings, conferences and AGM Attends Icon Group Chairs meetings and records minutes Supports all other committee roles as necessary Oversees the continuing ownership of the Nigel Williams Trophy within the ICON Umbrella Secretary Takes minutes at CGG committee meetings and circulates to the committee Forwards dates and times of forthcoming meetings to the committee Compiles attendance/apologies lists of CGG committee meetings Produces an agenda for CGG committee meetings with the Chair Takes minutes at the AGM Sends out AGM documents to CGG members in advance of the AGM Receives and co-ordinates nominations for the committee Prepares the annual report for the AGM if needed in addition to the chairs report Deals with CGG correspondence as necessary Supports Conference Events as necessary Nigel Williams Prize Coordinator Maintains contact with family Maintains the NWP website Approaches suitable persons to act as judges Promotes the prize and encouraging members to submit applications Receives and processes submissions, liaising with judges Organises presentation of the award Liaises with ICON and the Wedgwood Museum (or other institution) about the housing of the trophy Works with the Treasurer to produce end of year accounts Supports Publications as necessary Student Representative we have one nominee for this position currently, others can apply. Maintains and builds relationships with ceramic/glass conservation training Encourages students to join ICON and the CGG Acts as liaison between students and the committee Liaises with Student/Graduate Representatives from other Icon committees Promotes student poster submissions for conferences Events Coordinator Liaises with ICON for technical requirements for webinars and live streaming of meetings Researches and books venues for in person meetings and liaises with 3rd parties re catering Books tours and visits Liaises with Chair and Treasurer regarding ticket prices Reports back to the Committee, seek consensus and asks for assistance from them with on the day tasks 6.From: Simon Gillespie Posted: Tuesday August 19, 2025 2:07 PM Subject: Workshop on tear mending for canvas paintings Message: Simon Gillespie Studio has invited Petra Demuth to lead a 3-day tear-mending workshop at our premises on 10th-12th September 2025, with a 1-hour online introductory session on 8th September. The workshop will include demonstrations and practical sessions. A place has become available and we are therefore looking for one conservator to join us for this workshop. The cost will be 900 (inc. VAT). All materials and equipment will be provided. We're a friendly group of conservators and this will be an intimate workshop with only 8 attendees in total, so should be a fantastic learning experience. If you would like to attend please email Palmyre Manivet on [email protected] <[email protected]>. If you'd like to attend but the price is a barrier, please don't hesitate to contact us, we would be open to considering a reasonable alternative proposal. 7.From: Malgorzata Sawicki Posted: Tuesday August 19, 2025 10:11 PM Subject: Call for papers - 2026 Frame: Concept, History & Conservation Symposium 3 - Hobart, Tasmania,16-18 February Message: Exciting News for Frame Conservation Professionals Those engaged in the conservation of gilded wooden objects-especially picture frames-will be pleased to learn that the 2026 Frame: Concept, History & Conservation Symposium 3 is on the horizon. Following the success of previous conferences held in Melbourne (National Gallery of Victoria, 2016) and Sydney (Art Gallery of New South Wales, 2019), the third instalment will take place in Hobart, Tasmania, from 1618 February 2026. This international symposium invites museum professionals from Australia and abroad to convene for in-depth discussions on a wide range of topics related to picture frames. These include (but are not limited to): Conservation problems, history, technology and research on framesConservation of gilded and polychrome finishes on woodMaterials and methods for reintegration of lossesFrame history and stylistic developmentFrame design and technologyConservation framing practices Two distinguished keynote speakers will enrich the program: Dr Charlotte Chastel-Rousseau, Chief Curator of Spanish and Portuguese Painting (16th19th centuries), overseeing the Beistegui Frame Collection and Lyon Collections at the Department of Paintings, Muse du Louvre, ParisJosephina de Fouw, MA, Curator of 18th-century Painting and Frames, Department of Paintings, Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam This promises to be a landmark event for curators, conservators, and specialists dedicated to the art and conservation of picture frame. 'Call for papers' is now open! For more information see: FRAME: Concept, History and Conservation: Symposium 3 <https://www.framesymposium3.com/> Malgorzata Sawicki Gilded Wood Conservator [email protected] <[email protected]> Dr Malgorzata Sawicki, FIIC | LinkedIn <https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-malgorzata-sawicki-fiic-47202418> Malgorzata Sawicki (0000-0002-5342-4216) - ORCID <https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5342-4216> You are subscribed to "Global Conservation Forum (ConsDistList)" as [email protected]. To change your subscriptions, go to http://community.culturalheritage.org/preferences?section=Subscriptions. To unsubscribe from this community discussion, go to https://community.culturalheritage.org/HigherLogic/eGroups/Unsubscribe.aspx?UserKey=d16eaa87-0f69-494b-9f2f-303dbc1222e1&sKey=fab9aa4f27a04c5d876e&GroupKey=757a8f16-505f-4323-8e74-e376757aa9f7.
