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Radiation Treatment for Artifacts

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International Atomic Energy Agency

Radiation Treatment for Artifacts

audio: Nuclear techniques are being used to protect and preserve works of art in Croatia. The techniques are supported by the International Atomic Energy Agency, which operates a project to protect cultural heritage artifacts in Europe. The Ruder Boskovic Institute in Zagreb takes part in this program and operates a facility where works of art can be decontaminated and cleared of insects using radiation. view more 

Credit: Louise Potterton/IAEA


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