NHS 2026 – International Conference on Neutrons in Heritage Science

From 19 to 22 May 2026, the Heinz Maier-Leibnitz Zentrum (MLZ) in cooperation with the Bavarian State Archaeological Collection will host the 2026 edition of the International Conference on Neutrons in Heritage Science.

On this website, you can register for the event. For abstract submission and all other information regarding the conference, please visit this website.

The event will take place in the state collection itself, located in the heart of Munich, and brings together scientists from the field of heritage studies and large scale facilities to initiate discussion and develop ideas for common projects. It follows an initial conference in Dongguan, China, which took place from 26 to 29 November 2024.

The conference will highlight the use of neutrons in heritage science and discuss potential applications from the perspective of the user from archaeology and related fields. However, contributions using other advanced and complementary analysis techniques are also welcome, as the user community is keen to explore how neutron-based techniques compare with similar approaches. Here a special emphasis will also be given to correlative investigations spanning different length scales and utilizing complementary contrasts.

Topics:

·  Archaeometry

·  Cultural Heritage and Conservation

·  Historical Metallurgy

·  Paleontology

·  Instrumental Developments for Heritage Science

The conference program will offer four intense days packed with keynote speeches, contributed talks, a poster session, as well as optional tours through the state collection, an excursion and a conference dinner.

A one-day introduction course (18 May 2026) for the use of neutrons in heritage research at MLZ will be organized for interested scientists, which is free but requires registration. Prior to this course, we will offer the possibility for test measurements in cooperation with the Czech Technical University (CTU). Registration and more information can be accessed here.

We are looking forward to welcoming you in Munich in 2026!

The organizers

Heinz Maier-Leibnitz Zentrum (MLZ)                Bavarian State Archaeological Collection