Mammoths became extinct on mainland Alaska just under 12,000 years ago. But now, the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) is offering the chance to adopt one of your own!
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The articles in this issue delve into groundbreaking initiatives, showcasing how cutting-edge technology is revolutionizing the study of our past. We’ve covered a spectrum of projects to give you a glimpse into the innovative work transforming our understanding of history.
The possibilities are seemingly endless. While AI and LiDAR are revolutionizing how archaeologists explore bygone eras, preserve their remnants, and decipher vital lessons for posterity, the University of Alaska Fairbanks' crowdfunding endeavors presented in this edition offer the chance to Adopt a Mammoth (fossil!).
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Culture & Tradition
Tamales: Honoring Tradition and Resilience in Ecuadorian Cuisine
Popular throughout Central and South America, the tamal is a traditional dish made from ground corn filled with a variety of ingredients, wrapped in leaves, and steamed until cooked. Believed to have originated in Mesoamerica as far back as 8000 BC, the name tamal originates from the Aztec Nahuatl word meaning “to wrap.”
Artifacts & Tech
Resurrecting the Bull of Nimrud: 3D-Printing Defies Iconoclastic Destruction
It isn’t hard to see why the Assyrians considered the massive and monumental Bull of Nimrud sculpture to be a guardian deity. Towering at an awe-inspiring 16 feet tall, this stone carving featured an imposing supernatural creature known as the lamassu. Bearing the face of a man, the body of a bull, and the wings of a bird, scholars argue that these features represented intelligence, strength, and freedom.
Origins
Colossal Biosciences Leads the Charge for De-Extinction
Amongst genetic engineering and de-extinction initiatives, Colossal Biosciences stands at the forefront. Recognized as one of the TIME100 most influential companies in 2023, it is a biotechnology company founded by entrepreneur Ben Lamm and geneticist George Church. Colossal focuses on using advanced genetic engineering techniques, notably CRISPR technology—a precise tool used by scientists to edit genes—to advance de-extinction efforts.
People of History
Cícero Moraes: Insights into the Fascinating World of Forensic Facial Reconstruction
When you delve into news related to historic reconstructions, one name consistently emerges: Cícero Moraes. His remarkable talent has brought faces from the distant past back to life, including Mary Magdalene, Saint Anthony of Padua, the Woman of Pumapungo, and even the Renaissance astronomer Nicolaus Copernicus.
