Microbial attack, particularly fungal degradation of cellulose, is a leading cause of paper
damage. To address fungal spores and the rising concern of microbial drug resistance, a …

Microorganisms, including fungi, bacteria, cyanobacteria, and algae, frequently colonize the
surfaces of cultural heritage materials. These biological agents can cause biodeterioration …

Xerophilic fungi can proliferate in dry and water limited conditions and have been detected
in museums, libraries, and other cultural heritage sites–some despite stringent climate …