Giovanni Ferrarini

Construction Technologies Institute, University of Padua

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Giovanni Ferrarini is a leading figure in the application of advanced imaging diagnostics for cultural heritage conservation and building science. His research primarily focuses on infrared thermography and non-destructive testing, where he has pioneered methods to detect and monitor the hidden threats to historical structures. Ferrarini’s most influential work, "Monitoring of historical frescoes by timed infrared imaging analysis" (2015, 41 citations), provides a critical framework for identifying subflorescence and efflorescence—major causes of permanent damage to wall paintings—by tracking moisture cycles through thermal imaging. This contribution has become essential for conservators seeking to preserve irreplaceable artworks. He has also advanced the field of building inspection through his work on "Automatic thermographic scanning with the creation of 3D panoramic views of buildings" (2016), which integrates thermal data with spatial modeling to map thermal anomalies, air leakages, and moisture across entire structures. By combining rigorous analytical techniques with practical conservation needs, Ferrarini’s research offers powerful tools for safeguarding architectural heritage, making him a key resource for students and professionals in heritage science and building diagnostics.