Scientists Re-create Herculaneum Scrolls to Aid Decoding Hidden Texts
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Researchers have successfully re-created carbonized Herculaneum scrolls and discovered that lead-based ink is more detectable using X-ray technology. This finding could enhance the ability of AI to reveal previously hidden texts within the ancient scrolls. The study marks a significant step forward in the non-invasive analysis of fragile historical documents.
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