Getty Conservation Institute (GCI) - Postdoctoral Fellowship in Conservation Science

GCI Reference Collection of Material Samples

A repository of reference materials for analysis of art objects and cultural heritage, established in the early 1990s. Contact GCIreferencecollection@getty.edu for inquiries.

Managing Collection Environments: Technical Notes and Guidance

A publication with sixteen technical notes on sustainable environmental management of collections in museums, galleries, archives, and libraries. Downloadable as a PDF.

Postdoctoral Fellowship in Conservation Science

Two-year fellowship in conservation science for recent PhD recipients in chemistry and material sciences. Applications for 2026-2028 are closed.

Pre- and Postdoctoral Fellowships

Supporting early-career scholars in art history with fellowships for research, dissertation completion, or publication. Includes information on eligibility, application process, and related projects.

Science Department | Conservation Institute

The Getty Conservation Institute's Science Department conducts research to advance conservation practice globally, focusing on understanding cultural heritage and developing preservation strategies.

Getty Research & Conservation

Resources for educators, scholars, and visual arts professionals, including databases, publications, library access, and research tools.

Teaching & Learning Resources | Getty Conservation Institute

The Getty Conservation Institute offers didactic resources for conservation educators and students, including outlines, bibliographies, and case studies, available for download and use under Creative Commons licenses.

Application Worksheet

Worksheet for the Geological Society of America Graduate Student Research Grants application. Collects applicant and project details for submission.

Projects & Initiatives | Getty

Advancing and supporting art and conservation research, practice, and training. Lists 48 active projects from the Getty Conservation Institute.

Conservation Institute

The Getty Conservation Institute advances conservation practice globally through scientific research, education, field projects, and knowledge sharing for cultural heritage professionals.

Technical Studies - Getty Conservation Institute

Information on the Getty Conservation Institute's Technical Studies within the Science Department, focusing on analytical studies of artworks and conservation issues.

GSA Graduate Student Research Grants Policies and Procedures

Policies and procedures for the Geological Society of America Graduate Student Research Grants program, including eligibility, application, and reporting requirements.

Built Heritage Research - Science Department

Information about the Getty Conservation Institute's Science Department and its focus on built heritage research, addressing threats from conflict and environmental change.

Science Department Overview

Overview of the Getty Conservation Institute's Science Department, detailing project design, implementation, and dissemination of research findings.

Treatment Studies - Getty Conservation Institute

Information on advances in conservation practice, evaluating and improving existing treatment methods and materials, and developing new approaches to treatment.

Modern and Contemporary Art Research Initiative

A long-term research program by the Getty Conservation Institute focusing on the conservation needs of modern and contemporary art.

Science Department Staff

Staff directory for the Getty Conservation Institute's Science Department, listing researchers, fellows, and coordinators with their roles and contact information.

Greener Solvents in Art Conservation

Report from a Getty Conservation Institute experts meeting on greener solvents in art conservation, held December 13-14, 2022. Discusses findings, criteria, and research priorities.

Projects & Initiatives | Getty

Advancing and supporting art and conservation research, practice, and training. View projects filtered by category, organizer, and status.

Preservation of Plastics Project

Research project by the Getty Conservation Institute to understand plastic aging and deterioration for improved conservation strategies. Active since 2013.

K-12 Learning Resources

Ready-to-use educational resources for students, filtered by grade level, subject, and resource type. Explore art and science activities.

Field Trips | Getty Education

Information on K-12 museum and online field trips offered by the Getty, including details on Getty Center, Getty Villa, and summer field trips.

Conservation Perspectives - Art & Science Issue

This PDF is the Spring 2024 issue of Conservation Perspectives, focusing on the intersections of art, science, and conservation. It features articles and discussions on related topics.

Images for Download

Getty Museum's online collection of images available for download. Search and view artworks from the museum's collection.

Managing Collection Environments: Technical Notes and Guidance

A PDF document from the Getty Conservation Institute providing technical notes and guidance on managing collection environments, covering context, systems thinking, and climate control.

Greener Solvents in Art Conservation

Report summarizing an experts meeting on greener solvents in art conservation, discussing criteria, research priorities, and challenges for sustainable practices.

Greener Solvents in Art Conservation EPUB

Download the EPUB version of 'Greener Solvents in Art Conservation' publication from the Getty Conservation Institute.

Conservation Perspectives: Conservation of Plastics

This PDF is the Spring 2014 issue of Conservation Perspectives, focusing on the conservation of plastics in art and design, exploring challenges and solutions.

Repairing transparency, recovering the image

Research and testing of fill materials and methods for conservation treatments on photographs face-mounted with poly(methyl methacrylate).

2025 GSA Graduate Student Research Grant Recipients

List of recipients for the 2025 GSA Graduate Student Research Grant Program, including named awards and outstanding mentions. Details on total awarded funds and average grant amount.

Guidelines for Conservation and Management of Gansu Province Grotto Sites

A PDF publication detailing guidelines for the conservation and management of grotto sites in Gansu Province, China.

The Twentieth-Century Historic Thematic Framework Arabic Adaptation

Arabic adaptation of the Historic Thematic Framework for the 20th Century, a tool for heritage site assessment. Published by Getty Conservation Institute and Abu Dhabi Department of Culture and Tourism.

La conservazione delle superfici architettoniche del tablino nella Casa del Bicentenario a Ercolano Prima fase: studi, indagini e stato di conservazione

Conservation Perspectives - Fall 2025

This PDF is the Fall 2025 issue of Conservation Perspectives magazine, focusing on conserving African American built heritage.

Getty Publications Virtual Library

Access over 300 free online publications from the Getty Conservation Institute across 30 topic areas, available for download.

Materials Characterization - Science Department

Details the Getty Conservation Institute's Science department's research on cultural heritage materials, including composition, identification, and changes over time.

Education | Getty

Explore Getty's educational programs, resources, and initiatives for K-12 students and educators, including online field trips, teacher programs, and teen opportunities.