Applying science to history: A look into preservation science at the Library of Congress

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Did you know there are physical scientists at the Library of Congress?

The Preservation Research and Testing Division (PRTD) conducts research to assist in preservation activities at the Library be it for items on exhibit, helping collections be stable in storage, or answering questions curators and conservators have about collections. Join our own Kelli Stoneburner as she describes the research programs in PRTD and discusses several examples of the work PRTD has done with and for objects such as the Gutenberg Bible, 15th C German Block Books, and more.