Combining Statistical Tools and Ecological Assessments in the Study of Biodeterioration Patterns of Stone Temples in Angkor (Cambodia)

Integrating statistical tools with ecological assessments reveals distinct biodeterioration patterns (BPs) on stone temples at Angkor, Cambodia, offering deeper insights than either method alone. This study demonstrates that combining qualitative observations with quantitative analysis identifies unique colonization dynamics driven by environmental variability across four Khmer temples. The findings underscore the value of multidisciplinary approaches in conservation science, enabling more precise and effective strategies to mitigate biodeterioration—a critical threat to cultural heritage materials exposed outdoors.

Caneva, G., Bartoli, F., Savo, V., Futagami, Y., & Strona, G. (2016). Combining Statistical Tools and Ecological Assessments in the Study of Biodeterioration Patterns of Stone Temples in Angkor (Cambodia). Scientific Reports, 6(1). https://doi.org/10.1038/srep32601