Archeology/Conservation

• Ancient document can be made legible by various imaging techniques.

Image from Chester F. Carlson Center for Imaging Science

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Archeologist find ancient documents from hundred and thousands of years ago. However, these documents are usually in poor shape from age, and many times illegible due to stains and fading. These documents can be made legible by various imaging techniques.

Conservation is also an important part of imaging science- knowing how long the image will last, and keeping them in a good shape requires extensive knowledge of material and chemistry.