Il cantiere di conservazione: quali contributi nella ricerca disciplinare?

The paper aims to deepen the close relationship that exists between professional activity and research in conservation projects and sites. These two dimensions of the profession of the architect are tightly tied and necessary the one to the other. Collaboration on the daily problems of design and construction and the resources offered by research institutes is an exemplary synergy of mutual development, which promotes updating and enhances the quality of the two sectors. This makes the link between the University and the professional world less incisive and constructive. For the discipline of conservation this is a problem not only to the detriment of recent graduates, but to the detriment of the protected good. Thanks to the successful consultation with workers in the conservation sector, some students were involved in the visit of construction sites. The validity of the direct experiences offered was highlighted and as moments of confrontation with entrepreneurs and professionals they represent a good practice to be supported.