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Archeologia in divenire:
a new cycle of meetings by the istituto centrale per l'archeologia
We are glad to share an initiative by the Istituto Centrale per l’Archeologia (ICA – Italian Ministry of Culture): Archeologia in divenire, a new cycle of meetings conceived as a permanent laboratory for methodological and scientific discussion on the prospects of contemporary archaeology.
The first meeting, which asks how the way we think, teach and practise archaeology is changing, will take place on Thursday 22 October 2026 at Sala Molajoli, Complesso del San Michele, Via di S. Michele 18, Rome. Registration is online via the ICA website.
CHIRON "Communities of Practice"
open forum session 13:30 to 15:45, 27 October 2026
(Hybrid and in person)
We invite you to join an open forum discussion to define the “Communities of Practice” that shape Heritage Science.
Context
The project CHIRON, Continuing Heritage Research Infrastructure Education, is developing training, professional development opportunities and shared resources for people who work in, use, or collaborate with heritage science research infrastructures. We will set up a mobility scheme, produce online content, and organise training.
Soon, CHIRON will invite all members of the heritage science community to help shape the future of heritage science, including its training priorities, participation, and shared resources. Chiron is a collaboration between a consortium of universities and infrastructures, including ERIHS, DARIAH and ARIADNE.
What to expect
It is the first open forum event of our project, and we are interested in the first reactions and opinions of the community.
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During the small-group discussion, we will explain how people and organisations can take part in CHIRON and discuss the training needs and priorities that CHIRON should address. We will also introduce our plan for fostering heritage science Communities of Practice. Participants will help identify gaps in training and make sure we reach all the key stakeholders (i.e. groups of early career researchers, education initiatives, professional bodies).
Who can come?
This session is open to heritage scientists in any career stage, including training. We welcome the participation of early career researchers and PhD students. You do not need to be a CHIRON partner to take part. Please contact Richard Higham to indicate whether you wish to attend in person or remotely, or if you require further information. When writing, please specify that you are part of the PhD programme in Heritage Science. Please note that in-person places are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
Where?
The session is Hybrid. A link will be shared with participants. Physically it takes place in Manifattura Tabacchi in Florence. In-person places are very limited, if you are interested in coming in person, please reply by Friday 16 of October.
THE IDENTITY OF HERITAGE SCIENCE
We highly recommend reading a recent article published by ICON (The Institute of Conservation, UK).
This thought-provoking piece tackles a familiar challenge: navigating the boundaries between Heritage Science and Conservation Science. It urges professionals to look beyond rigid labels and recognise the deeply interdisciplinary nature of the sector.
For the PhD programme in Heritage Science, this article is a timely reminder that the questions we explore are shared worldwide. The debate over what it means to practise Heritage Science today truly knows no borders.
Click here to read the article and enrich the conversation ahead of our upcoming conference!
Photo credits: National Trust
Heritage Science Workforce Survey
Heritage Science Workforce Survey
Get a closer look at the Heritage and Conservation Science Workforce Survey, a UK-wide initiative led by the Institute of Conservation (Icon), with guidance from the National Heritage Science Forum (NHSF) and delivered through the RICHeS programme. The survey aims to map the heritage science workforce, assess skills, capacity, training needs, and career pathways, and identify opportunities to strengthen the sector. Its outcomes will support evidence-based policies, foster professional development, and contribute to building a more inclusive, resilient, and connected heritage science community.
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