PUBLICATIONS BY PROF. DR. MANDANA BARKESHLI & DR. SADRA ZEKRGOO

  • Barkeshli, M., Stephen, I., Shevchuk, I., & Soltani, M. (2024). Characteristics of Sizing Materials Used in Persian Medieval Manuscripts: Physical, Optical, Spectral Imaging, and Fungicidal Properties. Studies in Conservation, 1–18. https://doi.org/10.1080/00393630.2024.2342647

  • Zekrgoo S, (2024). Tradition and Science of Persian Ink Making: Ingredients & Recipes, Springer Nature Publication, https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-031-52071-6 (Available for pre-order) - Book

  • Barkeshli, M., & Stephan, I. (2023). Sizing Materials Used in Persian Manuscripts and their Behaviour against the Mould Fungus Aspergillus flavus. In Biodeterioration of Cultural Property and Researches on Conservation of Heritage Buildings (pp. 3-21). Delhi, India: Astral International Publishers.

  • Barkeshli, M., Rostami, M. and Zekrgoo, S. (2023). Characteristics of Traditional Persian Lacquered Bindings and Specific Deterioration Issues. Restaurator. International Journal for the Preservation of Library and Archival Material, 44(4), 295-343. DOI: 10.1515/res-2023-0009.

  • Barkeshli M, Zekrgoo S, and Koohkesh N, (2023). Serish (Eremurus) Adhesive and Its Use in Traditional and Modern Iranian Manuscripts Conservation Practice. Conservation Update. Journal of the European Research Centre for Book and Paper Conservation & Restoration, 11(1), April 2023. pp.6-33 https://www.erc-bpcr.org/Publications/documents/CU_2023-1.pdf

  • Barkeshli, M. (2023). Local Handmade Papermaking Workshops in Iran and Malaysia Inspired by Japanese Papermaking Course (1992). In: Japanese Paper Conservation Evaluation. Tokyo National Research Institute for Cultural Properties (TOBUNKEN). Editors: Japanese Centre for International Cooperation in Conservation. Tokyo National Research Institute for Cultural Properties Publication, Tokyo, Japan.

  • Barkeshli, M. (2023). Manuscripts of Mystical Persian Literature: Materials Technology and Science. In: Manuscript Studies in the 21st Century. Penerbit UKM, Bangi. (Book)

  • Barkeshli, M. (2023). Cultural and Artistic Impact of Safavid Iran on Moghul India. In: Manuscript Studies in the 21st Century. Penerbit UKM (Book)

  • Arya, M., Nath, V., Barkeshli, M. & Abduraheem K. (2023). Biodeterioration of Cultural Property and Researches on Conservation of Heritage Buildings. Astral International Publishers. Delhi, India. (Book)

  • Barkeshli, M., Stiglitz, M., & Zekrgoo, S. (2022). Persian recipes: from dyeing paper to black inks. Case Study Research. Conservation and Collection In Bodleian Library Website. Oxford University. https://www.bodleian.ox.ac.uk/about/libraries/our-work/conservation/persian-recipe

  • Zekrgoo S, (2022). ‘European Ink Recipes Found in ‘Ali Hosseini’s 19th Century Persian Treatise Kašf al-Sanaye (Discovering Crafts)’, Restaurateur, 43(3), pp. 159-179.  https://doi.org/10.1515/res-2022-0013

  • Barkeshli, M. (2020). Traditional Persian Lacquered Bookbinding: Material Technology & Conservation Issues. In: Preservation of the Written Heritage, 1st International Conference Proceeding, on Preservation of the Written Heritage. GaziHuserv-beg Library. Pages: 119-146. Sarajevo, Bosnia.

  • Barkeshli, M. & Zekrgoo, S. (2019). ‘Paper and Water: A Guide for Conservation—A Review’, Review of Paper and Water by Gerhard Banik and Irene Bruckle, Siegel (Munchen), 2018,  AICCM National Newsletter, No 148, December 2019 https://aiccm.org.au/network-news/paper-and-water-a-guide-for-conservation-a-review/

  • Janpourtaher, M., Barkeshli, M., Othman, R. (2019). Developing a Scientific Practice in Preservation of 19th Century Royal Malay Songket Shawl. American Journal of Environmental Protection, 8(2), 54-61. https://thematicsjournals.org/index.php/tjg/article/view/8213

  • Paryad, M., Janpourtaher, M., Barkeshli, M. (2018). Technology, Pathology and Scientific Analysis of a Piece of Safavid Curtain in the Moghadam Museum. Journal of Textile & Apparel Technology & Management (JTATM) 10(3).

  • Razak, R., Barkeshli, M., Othman, R. (2017). Traditional Malay Black Ink: An analysis of its recipes and characteristics. Advanced Science Letters, 23(7), 6189-6193.

  • Zekrgoo, S. Nel, P. & Sloggett, R (2017). 'Peacock Ink: Investigation into the Constituents of the Most Prized Ink of Persia', Restaurator, 38(2), pp. 205-233. https://doi.org/10.1515/res-2016-0033

  • Barkeshli, M. (2016). Historical Persian Recipes for Paper Dyes. Journal of International Journal for the Preservation of Library and Archival Material (Restaurator), Issue 37(1), 49-89. Germany, Munich.

  • Barkeshli, M. (2016). Conservation and Preservation of Textile: Special Reference to Batik Collection. Batik Guide Magazine, Issue January 2016. Penyayang Datin Seri Endon, Malaysia.

  • Barkeshli, M. (2015). Material Technology and Science in Manuscripts of Persian Mystical Literature. Journal of The Manuscript Cultures, Centre for the Study of Material Culture, Volume 8, 187-215. Hamburg, Germany. ISSN No 1867-9617.

  • Razak, R. A., Othman, R., Barkeshli, M. (2015). (Abstract). Durability and permanency of formulated traditional Malay black ink on European handmade paper upon accelerated aging tests. Abstracts of Papers of the American Chemical Society, 249.

  • Rostamian, M., & Barkeshli, M. (2015). Evaluating Practical Functions of Available Web-Based Virtual Museums Using Qualitative Comparative Method. The International Journal of the Inclusive Museum, 8(4), 15-21. USA.

  • Rajabi, S., & Barkeshli, M. (2014). The legacy of Indonesian Traditional Ink: Their Intensity and Durability. ICOM-CC 17th Triennial Conference Preprints, 1-5. Melbourne, Australia. ISBN: 978-92-9012-410-8, ISSN: 2312-9964. 15–19 September 2014.

  • Paul Hepwort, P., Schepper, K., & Barkeshli, M. (2014). Conservation Education & Training in Africa, Asia & Latin America - Malaysia: A New Approach to Educating Conservators of Islamic manuscripts (Book Chapter). ICOM CC Education & Training Working Group E Journal 2014, 44-45. September 2014.

  • Zekrgoo, S. (2014), 'Methods of creating, testing and identifying traditional black Persian inks', Restaurator, 35(2), pp. 133-158. https://doi.org/10.1515/rest-2014-1001

  • Barkeshli, M. (2013). Paint Palette Used by Iranian Masters based on Persian Medieval Recipes. International Journal for the Preservation of Library and Archival Material (Restaurator), Volume 34, Issue 2, 101–133. Munich, Germany. ISSN (Online) 1865-8431, ISSN (Print) 0034-5806, DOI: 10.1515/res-2013-0007. May 2013.

  •  Barkeshli, M. (2013). Preservation and Conservation of Islamic Manuscript in Global Context - A Review on Islamic Manuscript Association Policy and Projects. International Conference on Islamic Architecture and Built Environment, Art University of Isfahan, Isfahan, Iran. 4th -5th March 2013.

  • Barkeshli, M., Abdul Halim, N. A. (2013). Scientific Analysis in Traditional Preventive Measure Using Garlic and Vinegar as a Wood Fungicide in Malaysia (Book Chapter). 7th International Conference in Biodeterioration of Cultural Property (ICBCP-7), Aligarh Muslim University, Aligarh, India. 16th-18th Feb, 2013.

  • Rajabi, S., Barkeshli, M. (2012). Historical Analysis on the Traditional Recipe of Malay Ink: A Case Study on The Analysis of Red Ink Application as Preventive Measures. The Eight Islamic Manuscript Conference, The Science of Manuscripts; Manuscripts of Science, Queens’ College, University of Cambridge, Cambridge, UK. 9-11 July 2012.

  • Barkeshli, M. (2012). Pepper as Natural Insect Repellent for Preservation and Conservation of Paper Document: Toward Understanding of the Islamic Built Environment. First International Conference on Islamic Built Environment Proceeding, Bandung, Indonesia. 28-29th March 2012.

  • Barkeshli, M. (2011). Integration of Science and Art in the Muslim Artistic Tradition: Islamic Science in the Contemporary World - Islamic Science in Tertiary Education (Book Chapter). International Institute of Islamic Thought and Civilization (ISTAC) Publication, IIUM. ISBN 978-983-9379-56-3.

  • Barkeshli, M. (2011). Restoration and Conservation of the Adobe Structures as Sustainable Material in Iran. In Applied Art and Design - Application and Appreciation of Islamic Heritage in Contemporary Context (Book, Editor). IIUM Press, IIUM. ISBN: 978-967-418-030-0.

  • Barkeshli, M. (2011). Research Methodology of Material Technology of Islamic Art - A Case Study: Persian Illuminated Manuscripts and Miniature Paintings. In Applied Arts and Design from an Islamic Perspective, Past, Present, Future (Book, Editor). IIUM Press, IIUM. ISBN: 976-0225-74-6.

  • Barkeshli, M. (2011). From Tamezuki to Samarqandi Paper - A New Approach to Restoration Technique of Islamic Paper Manuscript. In New Approach in Applied Arts and Design - Creativity and Sustainability (Book, Editor). IIUM Press, IIUM. ISBN: 978-976-418-041-6.

  • Barkeshli, M. (2011). Historical Malay World Qurans: Investigation on Material Technology of the Colorants. In Sharing the World Musawah, International Conference on Universal Design in Built Environment (ICUDBE 2011) Publication (Book Chapter). Published by KAED Universal Design Unit, KAED, IIUM. ISBN No. 978- 9833-142156.

  • Barkeshli, M. (2011). Identification of Physical Problems on 19th Century Malay Manuscripts from Malay Peninsula: A Comparative Study from Visual Observation. In Sharing the World Musawah, International Conference on Universal Design in Built Environment (ICUDBE 2011) Publication (Book Chapter). Published by KAED Universal Design Unit, KAED, IIUM. ISBN No. 978- 9833-142156.

  • Barkeshli, M. (2011). Preservation of Cultural Heritage between Iran and India and Iran: India and Iran–An Assessment of Contemporary Relations (Book Chapter). New Publication, India, New Delhi. ISBN: 978-81-7708-276-0. July 2011.

  • Barkeshli, M. (2011). New Aproach in Applied Arts and Design - Creativity and Sustainability. IIUM Press, IIUM. Printed by: IIUM Printing Sdn. Bhd. ISBN: 978-976-418-041-6. (Book)

  • Barkeshli, M. (2011). Applied Arts and Design from an Islamic Perspective, Past, Present, Future. IIUM Press, IIUM. Printed by: IIUM Printing Sdn. Bhd. ISBN: 976-0225-74-6. (Book)

  • Barkeshli, M. (2011). Applied Art and Design - Application and Appreciation of Islamic Heritage in Contemporary Context. IIUM Press, IIUM. Printed by: IIUM Printing Sdn. Bhd. ISBN: 978-967-418-030-0. (Book)

  •  Barkeshli, M. (2009). Traditional Preventive Measures Used in Persian Manuscripts and Miniature Paintings: Historical and Scientific Analysis of Iranian Illuminated Manuscripts and Miniature Paintings. Golestan Honar, Quarterly on the History of Architecture, No.16. ISSN 1735-3890. Summer 2009.

  • Barkeshli, M. (2008). Sharing Good Practice, Conservation Issues in Asia: Traditional Preventive Measures Used in Persian Manuscripts and Miniature Paintings. Asian Regional Cooperation Conference, New Delhi. INTACH. December 24, 2008.

  • Barkeshli, M. (2008). Historical and Scientific Analysis of Iranian Illuminated Manuscripts and Miniature Paintings. Contributions to the Symposium on the Care and Conservation of Middle Eastern Manuscripts, The University of Melbourne, Australia, 26-28 November 2007. The University of Melbourne, Published by Minuteman Press: Spencer Street Melbourne. Pages: 74-88. ISBN: 978-0-7340404-7-3. 2008.

  • Barkeshli, M., Ataie, G., Alimohammadi, M. (2008). Historical analysis of materials used in Iranian paper dyeing with special reference to the effect of henna dye on paper based on scientific analysis. 15th Triennal Conference of ICOM-CC, New Delhi, 253-261.

  • Zekrgoo, A. H., Barkeshli, M. (2005). Collection management of Islamic Heritage in Accordance with the Sharia’h of Islam. In Conservation of Living Heritage, International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM). Printed by Ugo Quintily S.P.A, Rome. Pages: 94-101. ISBN: 92-9077-189-5. 2005.

  • Barkeshli, M. (2005). Mirror of Heritage (Ayene-ye Miras): Identification of Sizing Material Used in Persian Manuscripts and Miniature Paintings Based on Historical and Scientific Analysis. Quarterly Journal of Book Review, Bibliography and Text Information, New Series, Volume 4, Issues No.4, (35), Winter Issue 2007. Special Issues (3): History of Science, Tehran, Iran. Pages: 307-324. ISSN: 1561-9400.

  • Barkeshli, M. (2005). Mirror of Heritage (Ayene-ye Miras): Discovery of Saffron Trace as an Inhibitor for the Destructive Effect of Verdigris in Persian Miniature Paintings. Quarterly Journal of Book Review, Bibliography and Text Information, New Series, Volume 3, Issues No.1, (28), Spring, 2005. Special Edition Topic: History of Sciences (2), Tehran, Iran. Pages: 183-215. ISSN: 1561-9400.

  •  Barkeshli, M. (2003). Historical and Scientific Analysis on Sizing Material Used in Iranian Manuscripts and Miniature Paintings. American Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works (AIC), The Book and Paper Group Annual, Volume Twenty-two 2003, USA. Pages: 9-16. 2003. https://cool.culturalheritage.org/coolaic/sg/bpg/annual/v22/bpga22-03.pdf

  • Barkeshli, M. Ataie, G. (2002). pH Stability of Saffron Used in Verdigris as an Inhibitor in Persian Miniature Paintings, in Restaurator, International Journal for the Preservation of Library and Archival Material, Volume 23, Pages: 154-164, September 22-28, 2002, ISSN: 0034-5806. Issue Dedicated to the 13th ICOM Committee for Conservation Meeting, Rio de Janeiro.

  • Barkeshli, M. (2001). Islamic Textile and Costumes. Stibbert Muséum Journal, Florence, Italy. 2001.

  • Agrawal O.P., Barkeshli, M., (2001). Conservation and Restoration of Paper Documents. Translated in Hindi, Published by INTACH, Indian Council of Conservation Institutes. Lucknow, India. (Book)

  •  Barkeshli, M. (1999). The Presence of Saffron in Persian Miniature Paintings and its Preventive Role for the Destructive Effect of Verdigris. Published in ICOM Committee for Conservation Journal, 12th Triennial Meeting, Lyon, France, Volume II. Pages: 489-494. ISBN: 1873936923.

  •  Barkeshli, M. (1998). Spiderwebs and Wallpapers: International Applications of the Japanese Traditions in Paper Conservation: Using Traditional Japanese Paper-Making Technique in the Restoration of a Thirteenth Century Iranian Manuscript of the Holy Quran. Proceedings of the International Seminar on Japanese Paper Conservation (JPC), Kyoto, Japan. Pages: 98-112. 14-20 December 1998.

  •  Barkeshli, M. (1998). A Scientific Microbiological Effect of Henna dye in traditional Persian Paper Dyeing. ICBCP, Tehran, Iran. 1998. Also published in Honar Nameh, Art University Journal, Tehran, Iran, 1998.

  • Barkeshli, M. (1997). The Presence of Saffron Traces in Green Verdigris Pigment. IASC, India. 1997. Also Published in Persian in Honar Nameh, Art University Journal, Tehran, Iran, 1997.

  • Agrawal O.P., Barkeshli, M., (1997). Conservation and Restoration of Paper Documents. Published by INTACH. Indian Council of Conservation Institutes. Lucknow, India. (Book)

  • Barkeshli, M. (1996). Preparation of Green Copper-Based Pigments According to Persian Historical Manuscripts. IASC, India. 1996.