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Luke Auld-Thomas
PhD student who discovered a lost Maya city in Mexico.
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Aug 10, 2025
• 14min
PhD student finds lost city in Mexico jungle by accident
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Tulane doctoral student Luke Auld-Thomas, an emerging star in archaeology, accidentally uncovered the lost Mayan city of Valeriana while researching online. His exploration into LIDAR technology revolutionized the search for hidden settlements beneath dense jungle canopies. Luke shares exciting insights on how a simple Google search can lead to monumental discoveries and discusses the potential for uncovering even more ancient sites waiting to be revealed. Join him on this captivating journey into the past!
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