How AI Is Decoding Ancient Scrolls

Discover in this 15-minute TED talk how AI researchers are revolutionizing archaeological research by virtually "unrolling" and decoding the Herculaneum scrolls - ancient texts that were carbonized during Mount Vesuvius's eruption nearly two millennia ago. Join AI researcher Youssef Nader and digital archaeologist Julian Schilliger as they demonstrate cutting-edge AI technology's capability to decipher previously unreadable ancient artifacts, offering unprecedented insights into historical mysteries and achievements of ancient civilizations. Recorded at TEDAI Vienna in October 2024, explore the groundbreaking intersection of artificial intelligence and archaeology, opening new possibilities for understanding our past through advanced digital techniques.