![Materials & Making](/sites/default/files/2021-11/Materials.jpg)
Materials and methods used in artmaking can be identified or characterized to document resources, technologies, historic practices, artistic choices, cultural influences, etc.
![methodologies](/sites/default/files/2021-11/methodologies%20copy.jpg)
Projects explore novel methods for conservation procedures, imaging, materials characterization, etc.
![sourcing&dating](/sites/default/files/2021-11/Sourcing%20%26%20Dating%20copy.jpg)
Sourcing studies can determine the geographic origin of art materials and dating methods aim to corroborate stylistic assessments.
![Mummies](/sites/default/files/2021-11/mummies%20copy.jpg)
Work with Ancient Egyptian mummies includes development of treatment methods, medical imaging, and documentation of mummification practices.
![Residues](/sites/default/files/2021-11/Residues%20copy.jpg)
Residual, accumulated, or applied substances may provide evidence of previous contents, use, appearance, or treatment.