Graphene veil prevents fading

By Neil Goalby2021-08-27T05:06:00

Close of gloved hands cleaning an old painting

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Atomically-thin graphene lattices are being used as a barrier against ageing

Colour fading caused by ultraviolet light, oxygen or moisture is a major problem for painted artworks. This is why scientists at the Foundation for Research and Technology Hellas have developed a graphene veil that can prevent up to 70% of colour fading.

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