We are excited to announce that RICHeS will be joining the inaugural National Heritage Science Forum (NHSF) Conference on Thursday 10 July 2025, at University College London. This is an event you do not want to miss as we come together to explore how heritage science can address global challenges and tackle exciting new research questions.
The conference will bring together leading experts, researchers and professionals from across the heritage science community. With interactive panels, engaging workshops and ample networking opportunities, the conference will explore the big questions shaping the future of heritage science.
NHSF Conference Sessions
Current heritage science themes will be explored through the following sessions:
- Rethinking the economic value of heritage: How economists, policy-makers and heritage scientists are working together in emerging paradigms to assess the value of heritage.
- Towards sustainable historic buildings: How heritage science can help, in times of climate emergency, balance the needs of conservation and energy efficiency.
- Digital innovation in heritage science: How future heritage science will integrate digital twins, virtual reality and AI.
The conference will also include a welcoming and wide-ranging poster session, open to submissions from novel and interesting heritage science research at all stages of development. The poster session will showcase cutting-edge work and emerging trends that will shape the future of heritage science. Interactive workshops are in preparation and will be announced in the following weeks.
Poster session: call for abstracts in now open!
The NHSF are now inviting submissions for the poster session. This session will showcase cutting-edge research and emerging topics that shape the future of heritage science. For key details on how to submit, please visit the abstract submission process.
The deadline for submissions is Wednesday 30 April 2025.
Do not miss this opportunity to present your work and engage with the heritage science community.
Conference details
Join us in shaping the future of heritage science and be part of the conversation that is driving innovation and creating new paths for the preservation of our cultural heritage. Mark Thursday 10 July 2025 in your calendars and get ready for an engaging and inspiring day filled with thought-provoking discussions and valuable connections.
For more information please also visit: NHSF Conference Webpage