CNR-ISMN has a long experience in the application of nanotechnologies and nanomaterials to Heritage Science in the following fields: advanced analytical techniques for the chemical, physical, morphological, structural and surface characterization of materials; design, synthesis and validation of innovative eco-compatible nanostructured products; development of materials and method for a sustainable conservation of Cultural Heritage.

CNR-ISMN will provide effective project coordination and management and will be in charge of the design of smart nanostructured coatings for bronze surfaces to be tested in a marine environment.

CNR-ISMN laboratory techniques and skills in the field of the chemical and physical characterization of metals and related conservation treatments will be involved in the project, with a special focus on surface analysis of selected bronze samples by XPS.
 
CNR-ISMN will lead the following two Work-packages of the MEDUSA project: WP1 and WP4
and will benefit from the cooperation of all the other research partners.