Call for papers--AIC Research and Technical Studies

The topic for this year's RATS (Research and Technical Studies)
session at the AIC meeting will be:  "Polymers: Sticking Together."
The session will focus on both the practical and theoretical aspects
of polymers and be geared towards both scientists and conservators.
Papers could cover one of the many aspects such as adhesives,
consolidants, coatings and media.  Submissions regarding a range of
topics are encouraged, including the analysis and technical study of
museum materials, treatment techniques and issues, and materials
used in conservation practice.  Please send abstracts (300 words)
and brief author biographies to the following address by November
30, 2004:

    Ellen Chase
    Freer Gallery of Art and Arthur M. Sackler Gallery, MRC 707
    Smithsonian Institution
    PO Box 37012
    Washington, DC 20013-7012
    ellen.chase [at] asia__si__edu


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