Summary
The project focuses on the production of nanoparticles of alkaline earth metal hydroxides and metal oxides for applications in the preservation of cultural heritage structures. The multifunctional characteristics, including microbial and antifungal properties, and the possible toxic effects associated with the treatment with nanoparticles will be evaluated.

Objectives
- Characterization of the microflora associated with the surface of selected cultural heritage structures/monuments;
- Testing of the antimicrobial activity of the synthesized nanoparticles against common target microorganisms
- Identification of the most effective nanoparticles as growth inhibitors of fouling microorganisms

Project Partners
• Ca’ Foscari University,
• University of L’Aquila
• University of Verona
• CNR-Institute of Condensed Matter Chemistry and Technologies for Energy (ICMATE, Padua, Research Unit Leader)
• CNR-Institute of Polar Sciences (ISP, Messina, participant)
• CNR-Institute of Materials Officine (IOM, Grenoble, participant)