Organisation: University of Oxford
Principal investigator: Heather Viles
Project overview
This project aims to enhance Oxford’s heritage and conservation science capabilities through a collaborative network spanning museums, libraries and sciences linked to a network of laboratories to create the Oxford Collaboration in Heritage Science Research and Engagement (OCHRE) hub.
Project purpose
This project will enhance Oxford’s leadership in heritage science by upgrading their facilities in integrating imaging, chemical analysis and portable monitoring equipment across eight laboratories. This project will support and enhance interdisciplinary research, improve accessibility and strengthens collaborations with heritage science institutions.
Project impacts
By deploying state-of-the-art equipment like a new scanning electron microscope, hyperspectral imaging systems, and portable X-ray fluorescence (XRF) devices, OCHRE will significantly advance capabilities in imaging, chemical analysis and environmental monitoring for heritage materials. Enhanced infrastructure and streamlined access protocols will foster innovative research, training of heritage scientists and sustainable management of heritage resources globally.
