In conjunction with Dow Corning
Corporation, research at APRL has focused on the development
of organo-silicone chemistry and polymers and their application
in conserving organic archaeological artifacts
Research at APRL focuses on new and alternative methods for
the conservation of organic material culture materials;
the science of organo-silicone chemistry within the discipline
of archaeology;
the identification of applications in archaeology and
industry; and
interdisciplinary collaboration for the enrichment and
development of advanced technologies.
