# Building materials and conservation

**Type:** Topics  
**Canonical URL:** https://scholariq.org/topics/building-materials-and-conservation/

## Facts

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Description | This cluster of papers explores the role of fungi and microorganisms in the biogeochemical transformations of rocks, minerals, and metals, with a focus on their impact on cultural heritage conservation. It covers topics such as biodeterioration, bioremediation, microbial diversity, salt crystallization, lime mortars, fungal colonization, and the weathering of rock materials. |
| Domain | Physical Sciences |
| Field | Earth and Planetary Sciences |
| OpenAlex ID | t11643 |
| Works | 12 |

## Topic papers all

- [A new insight into lead (II) tolerance of environmental fungi based on a study of <i>Aspergillus niger</i> and <i>Penicillium oxalicum</i>](https://scholariq.org/papers/a-new-insight-into-lead-ii-tolerance-of-environmental-fungi-based-on-a-study-of/)
- [Influence of Pore Structure on the Effectiveness of a Biogenic Carbonate Surface Treatment for Limestone Conservation](https://scholariq.org/papers/influence-of-pore-structure-on-the-effectiveness-of-a-biogenic-carbonate-surface/)
- [The community distribution of bacteria and fungi on ancient wall paintings of the Mogao Grottoes](https://scholariq.org/papers/the-community-distribution-of-bacteria-and-fungi-on-ancient-wall-paintings-of/)
- [Imaging biofilm in porous media using X-ray computed microtomography](https://scholariq.org/papers/imaging-biofilm-in-porous-media-using-x-ray-computed-microtomography/)
- [A validation of dynamic hygrothermal model with coupled heat and moisture transfer in porous building materials and envelopes](https://scholariq.org/papers/a-validation-of-dynamic-hygrothermal-model-with-coupled-heat-and-moisture/)
- [Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) in Earth Construction: A Systematic Literature Review Considering Five Construction Techniques](https://scholariq.org/papers/life-cycle-assessment-lca-in-earth-construction-a-systematic-literature-review/)
- [Mechanical strengths, drying shrinkage and pore structure of cement mortars with hydroxyethyl methyl cellulose](https://scholariq.org/papers/mechanical-strengths-drying-shrinkage-and-pore-structure-of-cement-mortars-with/)
- [Evolutions in the properties and microstructure of cement mortars containing hydroxyethyl methyl cellulose after controlling the air content](https://scholariq.org/papers/evolutions-in-the-properties-and-microstructure-of-cement-mortars-containing/)
- [Greening effect in slag cement materials](https://scholariq.org/papers/greening-effect-in-slag-cement-materials/)
- [Effects of environmental vibration on ancient stained-glass windows](https://scholariq.org/papers/effects-of-environmental-vibration-on-ancient-stained-glass-windows/)
- [Protecting Pietà Rondanini against Environmental Vibrations with Structural Restoration Works](https://scholariq.org/papers/protecting-pieta-rondanini-against-environmental-vibrations-with-structural/)
- [Impact of the type and thickness of coating mortars produced with waste on the thermal performance of buildings](https://scholariq.org/papers/impact-of-the-type-and-thickness-of-coating-mortars-produced-with-waste-on-the/)

## Topic primary papers

- [The community distribution of bacteria and fungi on ancient wall paintings of the Mogao Grottoes](https://scholariq.org/papers/the-community-distribution-of-bacteria-and-fungi-on-ancient-wall-paintings-of/)

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