Research team: Angela Celauro, Qin-Qin Lü, Kolawole Adekola, Andreas Charalambous, Meghna Desai, Marcel Frenken, Demetris Ioannides, Anzhelika Kolesnychenko, Thilo Rehren.
Discover the fascinating history and science of glass and brass – two timeless materials – with STARC researchers! From stunning artworks and intricate ornaments to religious objects and everyday tools, glass and brass have been valued as versatile materials throughout history. While glass is translucent and brass has a warm golden glow, both require knowledge about ingredients and a mastery of high-temperature craftsmanship. In this sCYence Fair, uncover the secrets behind these remarkable historical materials through engaging documentaries and activities, enjoyable for all ages.
In the frame of two Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action Postdoctoral Fellowships:
SILKGLASS (Production and dispersion of Silk Road glass in Central Asia, approved by Horizon Europe (No. 101154002), funded by UKRI (No. EP/Z003032/1).
DE CADMEA (Depicting the Extraction of Cadmea and Different Mineral Earths in Ancient metallurgy), approved by Horizon Europe (No. 101109703).