One of the interesting means the physicists article focuses on is the use of proton-induced x-ray emission (PIXE), which allows for a non-destructive study of art objects.

FORBES: Scientists Use Ion Beams To Detect Forged Art

Birmingham Museum and Art Gallery conservators are employing a technique called X-ray Fluorescence (XRF).

BBC: Staffordshire Hoard X-rayed by Birmingham museum

The two institutes have developed compact and portable x-ray devices capable of analysing the structure and chemical composition of ancient bones, buildings, and art objects in a non-destructive fashion.

UNESCO: Basic Sciences