Serena Panighello

Serena Panighello is a Contract Lecturer at Ca' Foscari University of Venice's Department of Molecular Sciences and Nanosystems, located at the Scientific Campus (via Torino). She specializes in the analysis and conservation of historical glass artifacts, with teaching responsibilities including the course 'Technologies and Conservation of Glass Artifacts' for the Science and Technology for Cultural Heritage degree program.

Her research focuses on archaeological material science, particularly employing advanced analytical techniques like Laser Ablation ICP-MS to study degradation patterns, production methods, and provenance of ancient glass. Key research areas include:

• Roman and Medieval glass production processes
• Glass surface degradation mechanisms
• Archaeological material characterization
• Indian Ocean trade networks through glass artifacts
• Conservation science methodologies

Her publication record demonstrates consistent focus on archaeometric analysis of historical glass, with recent work examining Roman glass production in Aquileia and methodological developments in material degradation studies. Collaborative research includes international teams studying artifacts from Sicily, Zanzibar, and other Mediterranean sites.