Researchers at the University of Copenhagen have unveiled an AI-driven platform that identifies potential archaeological sites by analyzing soil chemical signatures from satellite data. The tool, dubbed "EarthTrace," specifically looks for phosphorus and nitrogen anomalies left by ancient livestock and human habitation.
In its initial trial, EarthTrace successfully predicted the location of three previously unknown Viking-era farmsteads in Norway. This technology allows archaeologists to survey vast areas without the need for invasive excavation, revolutionizing heritage preservation efforts.