The second webinar of our Vibrational Spectroscopy series will explore Raman spectroscopy as an essential tool in conservation science, providing specific molecular information through a non-destructive analytical approach. Designed for students, researchers, conservators, and allied professionals, the session will build a foundational understanding while highlighting real-world examples and challenges.
You’ll learn:
- Foundations of Raman spectroscopy
- Considerations about instrumentation and materials when designing an experiments
- Limitations and strengths of Raman including how fluorescence impacts Raman analysis—and strategies to work around it
- Qualitative and (semi-)quantitative uses of Raman in cultural heritage research
- Practical considerations for sample prep, including when and how Raman is used on cross-sections
- Real-world case studies demonstrating the technique’s capabilities and limitations
The webinar will include an extended Q&A, offering participants the opportunity to ask questions tailored to their research materials, instrumentation, or analytical needs.
This is the second in a series of three webinars leading up to the Infrared and Raman User’s Group (IRUG) conference at the Winterthur Museum, October 6-9th 2026. All sessions will be recorded and available to registered participants through the AIC learning platform.
Tuesday, March 24, 1:00–2:30 pm ET: Introduction to Vibrational Spectroscopy
Tuesday, April 14, 1:00–2:30 pm ET: Raman spectroscopy
Thursday, May 14, 1:00–2:30 pm ET: FTIR spectroscopy