The archaeology tranche at Emergent Ventures
Emergent Ventures is funding innovative projects in archaeology that combine technology with traditional methods. Researchers like Benjamin Arbuckle and Jesse Casana are using advanced techniques such as ancient DNA analysis and drone-based radar imaging to enhance archaeological discovery. These efforts aim to preserve cultural landscapes and improve the accuracy of archaeological research.
- ▪Benjamin Arbuckle is reconstructing ancient ecosystems using archaeology and ancient DNA analysis.
- ▪Jesse Casana is developing drone-based radar imaging to detect buried archaeological sites in deserts.
- ▪Leila Character is creating AI tools to make archaeological site discovery faster and more accessible.
- ▪Bryce Hoenigman is working on an AI tool to date ancient cuneiform tablets by analyzing symbol evolution.
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The archaeology tranche at Emergent Ventures by Tyler Cowen May 22, 2026 at 3:25 am Benjamin Arbuckle is combining archaeology and ancient DNA analysis to reconstruct entire ecosystems of ancient cities, aiming to show how human societies can thrive in balance with their environments. Jesse Casana, an archaeology professor at Dartmouth, is developing drone-based radar imaging methods to detect and map buried archaeological sites beneath desert sands, combining advanced remote sensing technologies to preserve endangered cultural landscapes and transform archaeological discovery in arid regions. Leila Character is developing drone-based imaging and AI tools to detect hidden archaeological sites, aiming to make discovery faster, cheaper, and more accessible for researchers worldwide.
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