Arstechnica iconArstechnicaSep 16, 2026

Scientists develop new method for deciphering ancient scrolls

Even a handheld XRF scanner is sufficient to determine most promising scrolls for further analysis.

Scientists develop new method for deciphering ancient scrolls

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