We will dive into the mysteries of ancient tools and methods, many of which seem beyond the capabilities of civilizations that lived thousands of years ago.Why does science still struggle to ...

A new study found that a major shift in ancient human tool technology may be explained by massive environmental instability, offering lessons for today.

Firebricks have an ancient history but could be part of clean energy's future. Researchers estimate it could save $1 trillion on energy storage.

Wind catchers, created 5,000 years ago, are considered the basis for modern air conditioning. This ancient technology didn’t ...

Technology has revolutionized the way we see mummified remains from ancient Egypt. With CT scans, Egyptologists can see remains in unprecedented detail without unwrapping them. Here are eight ...

Sometimes, clues about ancient technology are hidden in the most mundane things. In this case, Tel-Aviv University archaeologist Erez Ben-Yosef and his colleagues went rummaging through heaps of ...

5 ancient technologies that outshined modern inventions When we think of modern innovations, we often picture digital devices, advanced medicine, or sleek engineering.

New technologies and academic collaborations are helping scholars at the University of Chicago analyze hundreds of ancient documents in Aramaic, one of the Middle East’s oldest continuously spoken and ...

OLYMPIA, Greece — What would it be like to walk around the ancient religious sanctuary of Olympia when the Olympic Games were held?