Synergy of Art, Science, and Technology: A Case Study of Augmented Reality and Artificial Intelligence in Enhancing Cultural Heritage Engagement.

Abstract

In recent years, there has been growing interest in taking advantage of the technological progress in information technology and computer science to enhance the synergy between multidisciplinary organisations with a mutual objective of improving scientific knowledge and engaging society in cultural activities. Such an example of collaboration networks includes those where governmental, scientific and cultural institutions work in unison to provide services that support research through the use of technology while disseminating information and promoting cultural heritage. Here, we present a case study implementing the results of the work between multidisciplinary departments of the NOVA University Lisbon and third-party cultural heritage organisations. In particular, a mobile and desktop PC application uses augmented reality to showcase results obtained from analysis of artwork by Amadeo de Souza-Cardoso using artificial intelligence. The mobile application is intended to be used to enhance museum visitors' experience and strengthen the link between scientific, governmental, and heritage organisations.