3rd DHECA Workshop in Valencia: Innovation in heritage through imaging techniques and the FORTHEM Alliance SDP “ARchive of Time” WebAR, alongside experts from the Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu.
The DHECA project continues its journey in specialised training with the hosting of its 3rd Interdisciplinary Workshop. The event, held at the Art Laboratory of the Faculty of Geography and History at the University of Valencia, will bring together local and international experts to explore the frontiers of digital conservation.
A technical foundation for digital conservation
The day will begin at 4:00 pm with a session dedicated to “Documentation and Imaging Techniques”. This technical block will be led by Carmen Cano and Álvaro Solbes, researchers from the University of Valencia and members of the ChemiNova EU Horizon Europe team. Attendees will delve into the latest imaging methodologies applied to cultural heritage—an essential tool for ensuring precision in contemporary documentation projects.
“ARchive of Time”: Travelling to the Middle Ages through WebAR
From 6:30 pm, the workshop will take on an international dimension with the presentation of “ARchive of Time”, an award-winning project from the FORTHEM Alliance Student Driven Programme. This session will analyse how the use of Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR) technologies can increase public engagement with history.
To conclude, there will be an interactive demo where participants can use their own mobile devices to scan QR codes placed around the room, experiencing first-hand WebAR technology applied to the Council Tower of Sibiu and its defensive system.
Guest Experts: Academic Excellence and Digital Entrepreneurship
For this edition, we are joined by distinguished profiles from the Lucian Blaga University of Sibiu (Romania):
Lect. Dr Răzvan Codruț Pop A lecturer in the Department of History, Heritage, and Protestant Theology at the aforementioned university. His teaching covers areas such as Romanian medieval art history, architectural heritage, and modern universal art history.
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Specialisation: PhD in History; expert in the urban evolution of Transylvanian medieval towns.
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Cultural Management: He currently serves as the manager of the ASTRA County Library in Sibiu, combining his role as an academic researcher with the management and promotion of regional historical heritage.
Costel Roșu A student specialising in Heritage Studies and Cultural Property Management. His focus lies in the application of digital technologies to revitalise history.
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Leadership: Founder of the AURAUX Association, an NGO dedicated to heritage promotion through innovative methods.
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Innovation: The driver and manager of the ARchive of Time project, which allows users to rediscover the evolution of the Council Tower of Sibiu via digitally reconstructed 3D models accessible in five languages.
Practical Information:
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📍 Venue: Art Laboratory, Faculty of Geography and History (Valencia).
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🎁 Extras: Participants will receive a FORTHEM kit and a certificate of attendance.
