Giulia Gheno

Giulia Gheno is a Researcher at the Department of Molecular Sciences and Nanosystems, Ca' Foscari University of Venice. She collaborates with the Research Institute for Digital and Cultural Heritage, focusing on interdisciplinary research at the intersection of chemistry, nanotechnology, and cultural heritage preservation.

Education:

• PhD in Chemistry (University of Trieste, 2018)
• MSc in Chemical Sciences for Conservation and Restoration (Ca' Foscari, 2012)
• BSc in Chemical Sciences and Technologies for Conservation (Ca' Foscari, 2009)

Research Interests: Development of innovative materials for cultural heritage conservation, application of nanotechnology in restoration, chemical analysis of artworks, and environmental impact on materials. Her work bridges analytical chemistry with art conservation, emphasizing sustainable solutions and non-destructive diagnostics.

Publications & Contributions: Over 20 peer-reviewed articles in journals like Electrochimica Acta and Journal of Cultural Heritage. She has co-authored a textbook chapter on contemporary art conservation and reviews for Progress in Organic Coatings. Her research includes collaborations with institutions like the Ca' Rezzonico Museum and the Jewish Museum of Venice.

Teaching & Mentoring: Teaches chemistry and natural sciences in secondary schools and co-supervised over 20 degree theses at Ca' Foscari. Her work integrates academic research with practical restoration techniques.