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1. RE: Gallery Lighting Specifications 2. Lecturer / Senior Lecturer / Reader in Conservation of Buddhist Heritage at the Courtauld, London 3. RE: Sourcing cyclododecane 4. RE: Sourcing cyclododecane 5. RE: Sourcing cyclododecane 6. Register for the first two webinars in the RATS Vibrational Spectroscopy Series now! 7. Call for Submissions to Create a Community Poster Center 8. MA-XRF 2026 (Paris) Abstract submission closing SOON ! ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 1.From: John Castronovo Posted: Friday March 20, 2026 8:51 AM Subject: RE: Gallery Lighting Specifications Message: I highly recommend Waveform Lighting who offer a wide variety of high CRI led lighting solutions. I use their viewing lights for color critical fine art reproduction purposes. Not only are they high CRI but they have a nearly perfect SPD curve to match visible sunlight without harmful uv radiation. https://www.waveformlighting.com/film-photography <https://www.waveformlighting.com/film-photography> John Castronovo Fine Art Reproduction Specialist Techphoto, llc ------------------------------------------- Original Message: Sent: 3/19/2026 11:39:00 AM From: Christopher Weeks Subject: Gallery Lighting Specifications My colleagues and I are currently researching art gallery lighting. We are looking for lights offering good modelling, high CRI, and a reasonable spectral output with no horrible blue peaks. We are hoping to make contact with UK professionals who have recent experience with re-lighting galleries containing light sensitive artefacts. Ours is a regional museum service and our budget will be limited, but we would like to believe there is a path through the shifting sands. If you have navigated such a path, please get in touch! ------------------------------ Christopher Weeks Collections Care and Conservation Manager Manx National Heritage Douglas Isle of Man ------------------------------ 2.From: Clare Richardson Posted: Friday March 20, 2026 9:24 AM Subject: Lecturer / Senior Lecturer / Reader in Conservation of Buddhist Heritage at the Courtauld, London Message: Lecturer / Senior Lecturer / Reader in Conservation of Buddhist Heritage Job details Basis Full Time Job category/type Conservation Job description About The Courtauld For nearly a century, the Courtauld Institute of Art has been a unique centre of expertise. A world-leading institute renowned for ground-breaking scholarship in art history, conservation and curation. Home to one of the largest communities of art historians and conservators in the world. With a gallery that cares for one of the UK's finest art collections at its heart. The Courtauld is one of the foremost centres in the world for education and research in conservation. We run three-year MAs in the conservation of easel paintings (18 students) and wall paintings (6-12 students), and 12-month MAs in Preventive Conservation (12 students) and Buddhist Art History and Conservation (12 students, jointly taught with the History of Art department). The Role We are seeking a passionate Lecturer, Senior Lecturer or Reader to advance the Courtauld's teaching and research on the Conservation of Buddhist Heritage. The successful candidate, depending on qualifications and experience, will be appointed at Grade 7 Lecturer or Grade 8 Senior Lecturer / Reader. Please refer to the job descriptions and person specifications for Grade 7 Lecturer and Grade 8 Senior Lecturer / Reader respectively, and specify which role you are applying for at the beginning of your personal statement. What We're Looking For The postholder will design and deliver teaching and supervision on the MA Art History and Conservation of Buddhist Heritage, as well as contributing to other MA Conservation programmes at The Courtauld. Working collaboratively with colleagues within the Courtauld and with our partners, they will promote excellence in teaching and research. The successful candidate will maintain an active research profile, produce significant publications, and secure external funding for research projects. They will demonstrate intellectual leadership as part of the Robert H.N.Ho Family Foundation Centre for Buddhist Art and Conservation at the Courtauld, fostering new approaches that advance the field and strengthen the Courtauld's global academic standing. Alongside their academic responsibilities, the postholder will contribute to departmental administration and governance, supporting the Courtauld's strategic aims and reputation for research-led teaching, critical inquiry, and innovation. The role will require periods of extended travel leading study trips and fieldwork. The postholder will: Hold a recognised qualification in conservation, or conservation science or equivalent experience Understand developments in conservation theory and practice related specifically to the conservation of Buddhist heritage, with relevant practical experience Be able to speak about your research and teach a variety of audiences, including students at all levels and the public Have ambitious plans for your research and for the Robert H.N. Ho Family Foundation Research Centre for Buddhist Art and Conservation programme Be collaborative and enjoy working as part of a team to deliver teaching and research Role Details Permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) Salary: Grade 7 Lecturer 52,947 OR Grade 8 Senior Lecturer / Reader 64,089 Why join us? As part of the Courtauld, you'll enjoy a generous benefits package including: 30 days' annual leave (pro rata) plus bank holidays and closure days Staff discounts across our cafs and shop Free or discounted gallery access Access to our Employee Assistance Programme Pension scheme (USS) and travel/cycle loan options For further information, please see the Job Description and Person Specification at the link below. To apply, please complete the online application, which will require you to supply a CV and a supporting statement of up to 1500 words. The supporting statement should set out how you meet the criteria of the position you are applying for. Please explicitly address the criteria set out in the job description and person specification when preparing your statement. https://ce0942li.webitrent.com/ce0942li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/etrec179gf.open?WVID=7234972FGb&LANG=USA <https://ce0942li.webitrent.com/ce0942li_webrecruitment/wrd/run/etrec179gf.open?WVID=7234972FGb&LANG=USA> Closing Date: 19 April 2026 Interview Date: 11 May 2026 or 18 May 2026 The Courtauld is working towards improving and embedding equality, diversity, inclusion, and anti-racism. Clare Richardson Head of Conservation Department of Conservation The Courtauld Institute of Art Somerset House, Strand London WC2R 0RN Tel: +44 (0) 20 3947 7659 [email protected] www.courtauld.ac.uk <http://www.courtauld.ac.uk/> What's on at the Courtauld <https://courtauld.ac.uk/whats-on> Discover the latest Courtauld Gallery exhibitions <https://courtauld.ac.uk/gallery> Study at the Courtauld Institute <https://courtauld.ac.uk/study> Visit the Courtauld Shop <http://shop.courtauld.ac.uk> 3.From: Adrienne Gendron Posted: Friday March 20, 2026 9:24 AM Subject: RE: Sourcing cyclododecane Message: Hi Stephanie, If you're unable to source cyclododecane, menthol has many of the same properties and has been used as a replacement. It may have the same health and safety issues as cyclododecane, however. https://www.conservation-wiki.com/w/images/f/f9/HS_Considerations_for_menthol.pdf ------------------------------ Adrienne Gendron Assistant Objects Conservator Museum of Fine Arts, Boston ------------------------------ ------------------------------------------- Original Message: Sent: 03-18-2026 08:15 From: Stephanie Whitehead Subject: Sourcing cyclododecane Hello, I was wondering if anyone had any resources for purchasing cyclododecane? I have been having a difficult time finding somewhere to order it from. Thank you in advance! ------------------------------ Stephanie Whitehead Conservator Historic St. Mary's City Commission ------------------------------ 4.From: Martha Singer Posted: Friday March 20, 2026 10:24 AM Subject: RE: Sourcing cyclododecane Message: I got a nudge from a fellow New Yorker that the New York Pigment Company (https://www.newyorkpigmentco.com/products/87100?_pos=1&_psq=cyclodo&_ss=e&_v=1.0 <https://www.newyorkpigmentco.com/products/87100?_pos=1&_psq=cyclodo&_ss=e&_v=1.0>) that took over for Kremer (and located here in NYC) now sells cyclododecane. I ordered cyclododecane in that window between when Kremer closed and NYPC was just opening. I had no problems getting it from Germany, but it is true, that you can order it here in the US easily too. I found that ordering from Chemical companies was impossible as a private conservator. Maybe at an institution, that works. Good luck, Martha ------------------------------ Martha Singer Chief Conservator Material Whisperer West Orange United States ------------------------------ ------------------------------------------- Original Message: Sent: 03-19-2026 07:42 From: Martha Singer Subject: Sourcing cyclododecane Kremer pigments. You can order it from Germany. It does not take that long. -- Martha Singer Material Whisperer/Art Conservation Services http://www.materialwhisperer.com <http://www.materialwhisperer.com> [email protected] <[email protected]> Tel: 973.943.9224 Original Message: Sent: 3/18/2026 8:15:00 AM From: Stephanie Whitehead Subject: Sourcing cyclododecane Hello, I was wondering if anyone had any resources for purchasing cyclododecane? I have been having a difficult time finding somewhere to order it from. Thank you in advance! ------------------------------ Stephanie Whitehead Conservator Historic St. Mary's City Commission ------------------------------ 5.From: Martha Singer Posted: Friday March 20, 2026 10:24 AM Subject: RE: Sourcing cyclododecane Message: Hi: Forgive me if this is a second post. New York PIgment Co (took over for Kremer Pigment in NYC), sells cyclododecane: https://www.newyorkpigmentco.com/products/87100?srsltid=AfmBOop5PzHM92-0lw9C5Ow_qVNcXp-UcIeaqBiK4o7zQUT-LYGPg22B <https://www.newyorkpigmentco.com/products/87100?srsltid=AfmBOop5PzHM92-0lw9C5Ow_qVNcXp-UcIeaqBiK4o7zQUT-LYGPg22B> It is "out of stock". Not sure what that means in terms of timing to get it shipped to you. Worth checking out. I had problems as a private practice conservator ordering cyclododecane from chemical companies. Best, Martha ------------------------------ Martha Singer Chief Conservator Material Whisperer West Orange United States ------------------------------ ------------------------------------------- Original Message: Sent: 03-18-2026 08:15 From: Stephanie Whitehead Subject: Sourcing cyclododecane Hello, I was wondering if anyone had any resources for purchasing cyclododecane? I have been having a difficult time finding somewhere to order it from. Thank you in advance! ------------------------------ Stephanie Whitehead Conservator Historic St. Mary's City Commission ------------------------------ 6.From: Mina Porell Posted: Friday March 20, 2026 1:51 PM Subject: Register for the first two webinars in the RATS Vibrational Spectroscopy Series now! Message: Are you new to infrared and Raman spectroscopy, or are you looking for a refresher before the IRUG conference and workshop? The Research and Technical Studies (RATS) specialty group <https://www.culturalheritage.org/groups/rats> is organizing a series of three webinars on vibrational spectroscopy leading up to the IRUG16 Conference & Workshop <http://irug.org/about-us/conferences> at the Winterthur Museum (October 6–9, 2026). Registration is free for AIC members and students; $20 for non-members. Webinar 1: Intro to Vibrational Spectroscopy Presented by Dr. Liora Mael (University of Delaware), with case studies by Dr. Annette S. Ortiz Miranda (The Walters Art Museum) and Dr. Anikó Bezur (Institute for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage, Yale University) Tuesday, March 24, 2026 | 1:00–2:30 PM EDT (1-hour presentation + Q&A) For more information and registration: https://learning.culturalheritage.org/products/intro-to-vibrational-spectroscopy <https://learning.culturalheritage.org/products/intro-to-vibrational-spectroscopy#tab-product_tab_speaker_s> Webinar 2: Raman Spectroscopy for Cultural Heritage Presented by Dr. Liora Mael (University of Delaware), Tim Prusnick (Renishaw), with case studies by Dr. Anikó Bezur (Institute for the Preservation of Cultural Heritage, Yale University) and Dr. Annette S. Ortiz Miranda (The Walters Art Museum) Tuesday, April 14, 2026 | 1:00–2:30 PM EDT (1-hour presentation + Q&A) For more information and registration: <https://learning.culturalheritage.org/products/raman-spectroscopy-for-cultural-heritage#tab-product_tab_overview>AIC & FAIC Learning: Raman Spectroscopy for Cultural Heritage <https://learning.culturalheritage.org/products/raman-spectroscopy-for-cultural-heritage> FTIR spectroscopy will be explored in greater depth in the final webinar on Thursday, May 14, 1-2:30pm; more details and registration link to follow. All sessions will be recorded and available to registered participants on AIC's Learning Site. For assistance with registration, please contact [email protected] <[email protected]>. ------------------------------ Mina Porell (she/hers) RATS Chair, 2025-2026 Associate Conservator of Paintings | Winterthur Museum, Garden & Library Affiliated Assistant Professor | Winterthur/University of Delaware Program in Art Conservation ------------------------------ 7.From: Nicole Passerotti Posted: Friday March 20, 2026 1:51 PM Subject: Call for Submissions to Create a Community Poster Center Message: Call for Submissions to Create a Community Poster Center - A Searchable Library of Conservation and Preservation Posters for a Community Audience Description of the Project Give your pre-existing posters from AIC, ANAGPIC, WAAC, and beyond a second life! Your Neighborhood Museum is hoping to create a community library of posters that will be accessible and searchable to communities working to preserve their cultural heritage as well as fellow colleagues. Submission topics will change as the repository grows. The first two rounds of submission requests are topics that are relevant to upcoming events. However, we are happy to continue to receive submissions on these subjects after the deadlines for the larger ongoing poster library. Your Neighborhood Museum (YNM) <https://www.yourneighborhoodmuseum.org/> believes in building the capacity of our communities to engage both our material and intangible histories and be the narrators of our own lived experiences. We do this by boldly envisioning and thoughtfully experimenting with new ways of utilizing museum services such as collections management, research, conservation and preservation, exhibition design, public program development, and more. The goal is to enable communities to lead efforts towards connection, revitalization, understanding, creative expression and self-determination. Current Ask YNM is preparing for an intertribal gathering for collections care and repatriation at the University of Montana <https://www.indian-affairs.org/nagpratrainingmontana.html>, in Missoula, MT on May 12-14, 2026. As co-planners, we are hoping to create a diverse poster exhibit space at the gathering that will provide useful information for the attendees. As conservators, we know that there are many wonderful posters out there that deserve a second showcase. We are hoping to gather a sampling that is relevant to a cultural heritage preservation audience working with tribal materials. Topics we are currently requesting submissions are: Pesticides on cultural heritage items Mold Storage Materials for organic collections Submission Deadline: April 20th —------ Future Asks The next round of submission requests will be in anticipation of the upcoming YNM Care Workshop <https://www.yourneighborhoodmuseum.org/programs/care> and include the following topics: Glass beads Leather Feathers Quillwork Submission Deadline: June 31st How to Submit: Submission Form link <https://forms.gle/7DnAMcSMaAQDtpEX8> Your name, and date, and conference where the poster was originally exhibited. Poster as a digital file and details How you want to be cited and current contact information, and if you’d like it shared publicly. Confirmation that you are able to share this poster publicly, and that it can be shared on the YNM website or YNM community programming. If you have any questions, please email us at [email protected] <[email protected]>or [email protected] <[email protected]> ------------------------------------------- ------------------------------ Nicole Passerotti Objects Conservator / Director, Mellon Opp for Diversity in Conservation UCLA/Getty Interdepartmental Program in the Conservation of Cultural Heritage Los Angeles United States ------------------------------ 8.From: Lucile Brunel-Duverger Posted: Friday March 20, 2026 1:51 PM Subject: MA-XRF 2026 (Paris) Abstract submission closing SOON ! Message: CONFERENCE MA-XRF 2026 Parishttps://maxrf2026.sciencesconf.org/ <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://maxrf2026.sciencesconf.org/__;!!Gnbj7qdtAHuaEg!vDyoV3tDpBHGZs1P-D-ItT7e_DoMZQzuJyRcgPOhq5nZbf4KQeqcXH7OT4-aNRRJYSGhyqDLD8hO6x6hw0BTp_rzkzuGWV2-OwV6-E6pwuQx2g$> Abstract submission closing SOON ! Abstracts are expected between January 5th to April 3rd 2026 !This workshop to be held in Paris, within the French National Museum of Natural History <https://urldefense.com/v3/__https://www.google.com/maps/place/Grand*Amphitheatre*of*the*Museum/@48.8442728,2.3570081,17z/data=!4m14!1m7!3m6!1s0x47e671f05b9ed7a7:0x22e3cfecb6cb7688!2sGrand*Amphitheatre*of*the*Museum!8m2!3d48.8442728!4d2.3570081!16s*2Fg*2F1ydddk_4z!3m5!1s0x47e671f05b9ed7a7:0x22e3cfecb6cb7688!8m2!3d48.8442728!4d2.3570081!16s*2Fg*2F1ydddk_4z?entry=ttu&g_ep=EgoyMDI1MTIwOS4wIKXMDSoASAFQAw*3D*3D__;KysrKysrKyslJSUlJSU!!Gnbj7qdtAHuaEg!vDyoV3tDpBHGZs1P-D-ItT7e_DoMZQzuJyRcgPOhq5nZbf4KQeqcXH7OT4-aNRRJYSGhyqDLD8hO6x6hw0BTp_rzkzuGWV2-OwV6-E5HVbrnuw$>, between Thursday September 29th and Friday October 2nd 2026 aims to bring together researchers interested in MA-XRF and complementary imaging techniques for the study of cultural and natural heritage, including Reflectance Imaging Spectroscopy (RIS), Luminescence Imaging Spectroscopy (LIS), X-Ray Diffraction Mapping (XRD), Confocal XRF (CXRF), and more.Discussions will focus on the latest advancements in instrument development, data evaluation methods, and their applications in case studies. A particular emphasis will be placed on the integration of MA-XRF with other techniques in multi-modal analytical approaches. Oral presentation will be 20 min with questionsThe posters will be presented in digital format. The different topics will be introduced through flash presentations of ~3-4 minutes. Friday morning, October 2nd, will be devoted to the specific issues facing museum curators. We are looking forward to your numerous contributions ! Local Organizing Committee :Oulfa Belhadj, Centre de Recherche sur la Conservation (CRC), Paris, FranceLucile Brunel-Duverger, Centre de Recherche et de Restauration des Muses de France (C2RMF), Paris, FranceThomas Calligaro, Centre de Recherche et de Restauration des Muses de France (C2RMF)/Lab-BC, Paris, FranceMarie-Anglique Languille, Centre de Recherche sur la Conservation (CRC), Paris, FranceAnne Michelin, Centre de Recherche sur la Conservation (CRC), Paris, FranceLaurent PICHON, Centre de Recherche et de Restauration des Muses de France (C2RMF)/Lab-BC, Paris, FranceMarie Radepont, Centre de Recherche sur la Conservation (CRC), Paris, FranceIna Reiche, Lab-BC/Centre de Recherche et de Restauration des Muses de France (C2RMF), Paris, FranceLaurence de Viguerie, Laboratoire Archologie Molculaire et Structurale Paris (LAMS), Paris, France International Scientific Committee :Matthias Alfeld, Delft University of Technology, Netherlands Anik Bezur, Yale University, USAClaudia Caliri, INFN-LNS & ISPC-CNR, ItalyThomas Calligaro, C2RMF, FranceSilvia Centeno, Metropolitan Museum of Art, USAJohn Delaney, National Gallery of Art Washington, USA Joris Dik, Delft University of Technology, NetherlandsFrancesca Gabrieli, Rijksmuseum, NetherlandsAlessandra Gianoncelli, ELETTRA, ItalyKoen Janssens, University of Antwerp, BelgiumMarcello Picollo, IFAC-CNR, ItalyPaolo Romano, CNR-ISPC, ItalyKaren Trentelman, Getty Conservation Institute, USA Lucile Brunel-DuvergerIngnieur RechercheDpartement Recherche Groupe Peinture - C2RMF 14 Quai Franois Mitterrand - 75001 Paris +33(0)1 81 72 93 16 / +33(0)6 67 66 96 27www.c2rmf.fr <http://www.c2rmf.fr> You are subscribed to "Global Conservation Forum (ConsDistList)" as [email protected]. 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