Pompeii archaeologists use AI to reconstruct man killed in volcano's eruption
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- Archaeologists at Pompeii used AI for the first time to digitally reconstruct the face of a man killed in the AD 79 eruption of Mount Vesuvius.
- The reconstruction is based on remains found near the Porta Stabia necropolis and was created in collaboration with the University of Padua.
- The man is depicted running with a large bowl as a shield, holding a terracotta mortar, oil lamp, iron ring, and bronze coins, offering insight into his final moments.
- Pompeii's director emphasized that AI can help manage vast archaeological data and renew classical studies when used properly.
- The project aims to make archaeology more accessible and emotionally engaging while maintaining scientific accuracy.