By Roger Groves

SPIE Optics for Arts, Architecture and Archaeology (O3A) is a well-established conference series which was founded in Munich in 2001 by Prof. Renzo Salimbeni, CNR, Italy. It brings together the community of researchers in optical diagnostics for cultural heritage with conservators and art historians interested in scientific techniques and often acts as a first bridge for scientists to engage with the heritage community. This year’s conference was held in Munich from 24-26 June 2019.

INTRODUCTION