Eleonora Balliana

Eleonora Balliana is a University Researcher at Ca' Foscari University of Venice, affiliated with the Department of Environmental Sciences, Computer Science and Statistics. Her work focuses on the chemistry of environmental and cultural heritage materials, combining analytical methods with innovative material solutions for preservation. She leads laboratory supervision and contributes to interdisciplinary research initiatives.

Research Interests:

• Development of nanomaterials for cultural heritage conservation
• Analysis of degradation processes in art and architectural materials
• Innovative solutions for historic masonry and paper artifacts

Funding:

• FISR - ISMEE Project (MUR-funded, 2021-2022): Investigating anti-COVID sanitation impacts on heritage sites
• TEMART Project (Veneto Region, 2018-2021): Materials for artistic and architectural heritage preservation

Professional Activities: Collaborates with research groups on heritage vulnerability assessment, modern art degradation studies, and archaeological site preservation. Proficient in English and French, with native Italian fluency.