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Rosalie David on the science of Egyptian mummies

The Life Scientific

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Revolutionizing Egyptology: The Science of Mummies

This chapter recounts the transformative journey of an Egyptologist who shifted from traditional studies to the scientific exploration of mummies, including a groundbreaking collaboration with a radiology professor. It highlights the historic autopsy of a mummy in the UK and the use of innovative techniques, such as industrial endoscopes, to enhance the understanding of ancient artifacts.

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