The project is to restore and maintain (30) manuscripts of the ancient Yemeni manuscripts, which are between (800) and (500) years old, and extend their chronological life by sterilizing the targeted manuscripts and cleaning them from dust and the effects of chemical reactions caused by moisture, and restoring the dilapidated limbs Combating the threats caused by moisture, bacteria and poor storage, re-woven it again, restoring the cover's leather and the decorations and inscriptions on it, and
Yemeni manuscripts are living in a critical situation due to the deteriorating conditions in Yemen as an environment of armed conflict, and the lack of capabilities and materials to protect them and their periodic maintenance to preserve them from damage and extinction. Also, climatic fluctuations, poor storage and lack of appropriate air conditioning due to electricity cuts have contributed to the high percentage of moisture, bacteria and the number of insects in The places where ancient
If the project is financially supported and materials for restoration and maintenance are restored and maintained, the ancient Yemeni cultural heritage will be preserved from damage and extinction, and this project will contribute to saving (30) manuscripts of the oldest practical manuscripts in various fields, whose age ranges between (800) ) one and (500) years, and extending its life for longer periods to benefit future generations and researchers in various sciences.
This project will restore, maintain and save (30) manuscripts of ancient and rare Yemeni manuscripts in the field of natural sciences, and protect them from damage and extinction, which will make them available to researchers and those interested in studying the scientific human heritage threatened with extinction, and this will only be achieved by carrying out periodic maintenance and restoration operations. Continuous and in a way that ensures its survival for as long as possible.
This project has provided additional documentation in a PDF file (projdoc.pdf).
