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Stanford University

AI, Archaeology, and Archives - How Data Science is Helping to Reveal Past Epidemics

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This course aims to reveal past epidemics by utilizing a precise integration of archaeological, historical, anthropological, climatic, and genetic datasets. The learning outcomes include understanding the impact of disease on society, particularly malaria, over the last 300 years. Students will learn data science approaches to extract critical features of the human-malaria relationship. The teaching method involves analyzing rich datasets from two regional contexts and using data mining techniques to uncover insights. The intended audience for this course includes researchers, historians, archaeologists, and data science enthusiasts interested in the intersection of disease, society, and data analysis.

Syllabus

Introduction
Linear approach
landscape changes
single parameters
lemon prabha
Historical context
Ecological impacts
Demography
Malaria in Mauritius
Marshall Cemetery
Historic Map
Genetic Evidence
Climate Proxy Evidence
Data Mining
Data Assembly
Accuracy
Bringing Data Together
Partners
Gates Foundation
Case Studies
Kenya
Mauritius
Questions
Cultural Context
Archeology
Future Archeology
How close are we to giving advice

Taught by

Stanford HAI

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