The Netherlands Institute for Conservation+Art+Science+ (NICAS) will hold a two-day conference ‘Journey into the Ageing & Alterations of Paintings’ (JAAP) at the Rijksmuseum, Amsterdam on 3 and 4 April 2025. 

Scope
This conference will explore how molecular research contributes to deeper insights into the creation and craftsmanship of paintings and to decision-making and treatments in both active and preventive conservation of paintings. It highlights the interdisciplinary nature of conservation science, showcasing the latest advances in technology and molecular material sciences. The conference will bring together different expertise, insights and knowledge. It will serve as a platform to expand our knowledge on paints, to develop new strategies for conservation treatments, preventive conservation and art historical interpretation.

Dedication to Jaap Boon
The conference is organised in honour of Prof Dr. Jaap Boon who passed away on 4 April 2024. Jaap Boon was at the forefront of molecular research on artworks and played a significant role in the development of the conservation science field.

Programme
The programme comprises a two-day conference with lectures and poster sessions with pitches. The social program includes a conference dinner for participants on 3 April for which a separate ticket needs to be purchased. The venue for the conference is the Auditorium of the Rijksmuseum.

Registration 
Ticket prices are:

  • Early bird (until 1 February, max. 100 tickets): €225
  • Regular: €325
  • Student (max. 20): €100 (Please send an email to Jaap@nicas-research.nl with a valid and relevant proof of student registration to receive a ticket link.)
  • Participants dinner: €30

Tickets are sold through the Rijksmuseum website linked below.

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