Category: Science

Investigating the Stone of Destiny through science and technology

Thursday 28 November 2024


Explore five of the major scientific and digital results from the conservation of the iconic Stone of Destiny.

Searching for the stones that built Scotland

Wednesday 30 October 2024


We're surveying stone types at the 300+ properties in our care. Join Conservation Scientist, Sarah Hamilton, to find out more.

Capturing Scotland’s Heritage in 3D: the Fascinating Skills of Digital Documentation

Wednesday 22 May 2024


Digital Innovation Trainee Yueqian Wang shares key cutting-edge concepts used by the Digital Documentation team to digitally capture our heritage.

What is mortar analysis?

Friday 9 February 2024


Learn about mortar analysis: a skill vital to making conservation decisions that are appropriate, long-lasting and don't damage historic buildings.

The fascinating science of stone-matching

Wednesday 23 August 2023


Discover how Heritage Scientists are using a fascinating technique called stone-matching to care for Scotland's heritage.