preservazione
Preservazione, the Italian term for preservation, is the act or process of maintaining something in its existing state to prevent decay, damage, or loss of value over time. It encompasses practices that stabilize, protect, and extend the usable life of objects, information, ecosystems, and organizations, emphasizing ongoing care rather than replacement.
In cultural heritage contexts, preservazione involves preventive conservation, proper storage, controlled environments, documentation, and, when needed,
In information science, preservazione aims at long-term access to digital objects. Key methods include format migration,
In food science, preservation slows or stops spoilage to extend shelf life while maintaining safety, flavor,
In environmental contexts, preservazione or preservation refers to safeguarding ecosystems, biodiversity, and natural resources from degradation.
Common challenges include limited funding, competing interests, and long time horizons. Ethical considerations address access, transparency,