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27 January 2025, Vienna, Austria \u2013 From 20 to 24 January 2025, the ChemiNova project conducted a data acquisition campaign at the iconic Sch\u00f6nbrunn Palace in Vienna. Funded by the European Union\u2019s Horizon Europe Framework Programme, ChemiNova aims to refine cutting-edge technologies for monitoring, analyzing, and preserving cultural heritage sites, particularly in the face of challenges posed by climate change and human-induced threats.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n ChemiNova provides a comprehensive solution for cultural heritage professionals through a single, integrated framework. Unlike stand-alone solutions, its adaptable technology can be used globally, empowering heritage professionals everywhere. The project also engages local communities through citizen science and awareness initiatives.<\/span><\/p>\n Sch\u00f6nbrunn Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and Austria\u2019s most visited cultural landmark, serves as case-study location for this project. Its exquisite Baroque architecture, extensive gardens, and well-preserved interiors embody centuries of European history. The collaboration at Sch\u00f6nbrunn provides ChemiNova with a unique opportunity to conduct data acquisition, gathering valuable insights that will contribute to the development of innovative damage assessment <\/span>and monitoring <\/span>tools.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/cheminova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ChemiNovaEU_image4_Palace_ICCROM.jpg” title_text=”ChemiNovaEU_image4_Palace_ICCROM” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n During the campaign, the team focused on key areas, including the roof, a sculpture in the garden, and artworks in the Bergl-Room East and R\u00f6ssl-Room East. <\/span>This project phase involved developing prototypes for various applications, ensuring that all tools function seamlessly as an integrated suite to assist heritage professionals in their conservation efforts.<\/span><\/p>\n [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/cheminova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ChemiNovaEU_image2_RTI_ICCROM.jpg” title_text=”ChemiNovaEU_image2_RTI_ICCROM” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/cheminova.eu\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/01\/ChemiNovaEU_image3_garden360camera_ICCROM.jpg” title_text=”ChemiNovaEU_image3_garden360camera_ICCROM” _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.24.2″ _module_preset=”default” link_option_url=”https:\/\/cheminova.eu” global_colors_info=”{}”]<\/p>\n \u201cOur core mission is to preserve and develop the heritage entrusted to us – this requires collaboration, knowledge, commitment, innovation and also \u2018learning from others\u2019. ChemiNova helps us to better understand environmental factors and their impacts and to develop new ways of conservation. We are delighted to be part of this pioneering project and to actively contribute to the protection of Europe’s rich cultural heritage\u201d said Klaus Panholzer, CEO Sch\u00f6nbrunn Group at his opening remarks of the ChemiNova General Assembly.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n \u201cOur vision with ChemiNova is to equip cultural heritage professionals with tools that seamlessly integrate into their existing workflows for damage assessment and monitoring, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness. Sch\u00f6nbrunn Palace was selected due to its extensive digital documentation, allowing us to build on existing work and tailor it to our project\u2019s needs,\u201d emphasized Cristina Portal\u00e9s, the Project Coordinator of ChemiNova.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n The Vienna pilot is expected to produce data that will be valuable for further developing the technologies for heritage professionals across Europe and beyond. In the coming months, training programs will be rolled out to introduce the ChemiNova tools to practitioners and enable them to integrate these tools into their work.<\/span><\/p>\n