NCPTT develops and implements technologies to preserve cultural resources through research. They focus on understanding material properties and deterioration mechanisms to develop new conservation treatments. NCPTT studies issues like air pollution effects on limestone and compares cleaners for headstones. They also test new treatments for problems like graffiti removal. The organization offers opportunities for preservation scientists through a joint faculty position between NCPTT and Northwestern State University. This allows the chemist to conduct research at NCPTT and teach part-time, advancing preservation technology applications.