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Excavating With Digital Archaeology

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Top of skull with lower skull in a wood bowl. Caption. They use computer tomography to determine density.

The video "Excavating With Digital Archaeology" explores advancements in archaeology through the integration of modern technology, showcasing the transition from traditional digs to revolutionary digital archaeology methods. Highlighting the Virtual Troy project, it presents how interdisciplinary strategies, including virtual archaeology and 3-D imaging, are used to resurrect the legendary city of Troy and improve historical preservation. The video delves into techniques such as magnetoscanning and resistance mapping for uncovering ancient foundations, resembling an archaeological 'X-ray' of the ground. Through digitization, the process enhances research efficiency, reducing the need for physical excavation while delivering archaeological findings to the public interactively via museums. This innovative approach aims not only to boost public interest but also to secure sustainable funding for archaeology, bridging the digital divide in education and making history accessible and engaging through media-friendly presentations.

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