Scientific Research

The Department of Scientific Research comprises a team of scientists specialized in the study of works of art. Scientists collaborate with curators and conservators throughout the Museum to investigate the material aspects of works of art in The Met collection, and work with designers, registrars, collection managers, and other behind-the-scenes staff to guarantee the long-term safety of the collection. The Department also pursues innovative research in analytical methodologies, preventive conservation, and treatment protocols.

In addition to their collaborative work within the Museum, department staff partner with academic researchers, including scientists at the City College of New York, the University of Delaware, New York University, The University of Bordeaux, France, Columbia University, Weill Cornell Medicine, and The American Museum of Natural History as well as scientists, curators, and conservators from other leading museums throughout the world.

Browse an abridged bibliography of our staff’s work.