Very interesting project about virtual reconstructions in transnational research environment. The project examines the process of computer-based 3D reconstruction of lost architecture and interior decoration of palaces and parks in former East Prussia. Visit the website of the Herder-Institute to learn more.
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“Unite4Heritage reminds us that the most serious challenges to the common heritage of humankind have societal causes and that only a changed, heightened awareness of these societal causes will help us to find lasting solutions to this constant loss of cultural wealth.” Interview with Markus Hilgert, Director of Vorderasiatisches Museum im Pergamonmuseum.
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Ever wondered how London smelled in the 1850s? Probably not so good. A British project is investigating on the smellscape of London by data mining over 5500 medical reports from 1848 to 1972. Head on over to the project’s website, discover smell categories from Thames waters to factory smells and have a look at historic maps.
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Interesting video about a 3D morphing algorithm developed to analyze the style of archaeological objects.
Read MoreImage: http://www.unite4heritage.org/en/news/interview-pergamonmuseum Making available 3D object data, developing new tools and technologies, as well as documenting endangered cultural heritage from archaeological sites in Syria and Iraq are just three of the core objectives of ‘Zedikum’ – a German-based 3D digitization project by the State Museums of Berlin. More than one million archaeological treasures from 12 millennia are displayed and stored on the Berlin Museum Island (Museumsinsel, SMB-SPK). It is one of the richest repositories for culture heritage objects worldwide. A so called structured light 3D scanner helps to accurately document these archaeological objects and even reveal hitherto unknown facts about them. 3D models and data collected during the scanning processes are made available to researchers and archaeologists. Moreover, 3D models can be used to develop new educational concepts. Virtual reality elements can enrich current displays and multimedia presentations in the Berlin State Museums. More information on Zedikum can be found here: Project website (German) Interview with Dr. Markus Hilgert, Director of Vorderasiatisches Museum im...
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