archival preservation
[ɑrˈkaɪvəl prɪˈzɜrvəʃən]
nounpl: archival preservations
preservação arquivística
1. The practice and process of maintaining, protecting, and conserving historical documents, records, and materials to ensure their longevity and accessibility for future generations
Archival preservation requires careful climate control and specialized storage techniques to prevent deterioration of old documents.
A preservação arquivística requer controle cuidadoso do clima e técnicas de armazenamento especializado para evitar a deterioração de documentos antigos.
2. The field of study and professional practice focused on the conservation of archival materials using scientific and technical methods
She studied archival preservation in graduate school to become a professional conservator.
Ela estudou preservação arquivística na pós-graduação para se tornar uma conservadora profissional.
Archival preservation is increasingly important in both Brazil and the United States due to rapid digitization efforts and the need to protect cultural heritage. In Brazil, institutions like the Arquivo Nacional and state archives prioritize preservation, while in the USA, the Library of Congress and National Archives lead these efforts. The field blends historical scholarship with scientific conservation techniques.
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