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Anthony Corns @anthonycorns.bsky.social · 20d

Great to finally publish this work created by the Discovery Programme with the assistance of the National Museum of Ireland of the Lough Kinale Shrine.

Challenge to record with its multiple components and reflective surfaces, but used cross polarised lighting removed reflections.

The Discovery Programme @discoveryprogramme.bsky.social · 22d

6/6 The Lough Kinale Shrine reconstructed!

Ireland’s oldest & largest Book Shrine was broken in the medieval period & the pieces left in a lake

Now, Discovery Programme has used 3D modelling to digitally reconstruct it with @nmireland.bsky.social for #wordsonthewave exhibition:
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The Discovery Programme @discoveryprogramme.bsky.social · 23d

📢 Announcing a new @researchireland.ie-funded project exploring Tara places in Ireland

'Tara by Name, Tara by Nature?' will explore archaeological connections between Ireland’s 'temair' places

It will be led by The Discovery Programme's Dr Susan Curran
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Anthony Corns @anthonycorns.bsky.social · May 16

Great to be part of the new MAIA COST Action looking at the development, uses and implications of AI & machine learning in archaeology.

The Discovery Programme @discoveryprogramme.bsky.social · May 16

Many thanks to @unisevilla.bsky.social for hosting the kick off meeting of the new COST Action Managing Artificial Intelligence in Archaeology (MAIA).

Great discussions with interdisciplinary colleagues across Europe exploring Artificial Intelligence (AI) applications in archaeology.

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Anthony Corns @anthonycorns.bsky.social · May 1

Great opportunity for you to join the team here at @discoveryprogramme.bsky.social participate in the survey of many great Irish sites.

The Discovery Programme @discoveryprogramme.bsky.social · Apr 30

Come and work with us! Job Vacancy – Archaeological Surveyor and Digital Documentation Officer

Application deadline: 12 noon Thursday 22 May

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Job Vacancy - Archaeological Surveyor and Digital Documentation Officer - The Discovery Programme

The Discovery Programme: Centre for Archaeology Innovation Ireland is seeking to fill the post of Archaeological Surveyor and Digital Documentation Officer. Archaeological Surveyor and Digital Documentation Officer Fixed Term (Temporary) Appointment There is currently one vacancy for this position. Nature of Employment: This will be a fixed term, fixed purpose full-time post, for up to […]

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The Discovery Programme @discoveryprogramme.bsky.social · Apr 7

The EU co-funded 3D-4CH project is developing an Online Competence Centre! We’re inviting people to take part in a short survey (10 mins) to help identify existing resources & gaps. Deadline: 23 April 2025
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3D-4CH Online Competence Centre - Survey of training, courses, material and curriculum

Help Co-Shape the Future of 3D Training for Cultural Heritage The 3D-4CH project is establishing a new online Competence Centre in 3D for Cultural Heritage, a vibrant hub for collaboration, innovatio...

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The Discovery Programme @discoveryprogramme.bsky.social · Mar 20

#LoughcrewEquinox Day 7 - Cairn T 3D model.
Happy Spring Equinox from Discovery Programme!
At Loughcrew, Cairn T’s passage aligns with today's sunrise. Cairn T is managed by @opwireland.bsky.social, it's currently not safe to enter, so we've collaborated to share 3D models of the site

Cairn T, Loughcrew - 3D model by The Discovery Programme (@discoveryprogramme)

Cairn T is one of the largest passage tombs at Loughcrew (SMR No. ME015-012004-). It can be found near Oldcastle in County Meath. It is part of Loughcrew Megalithic Cemetery: a group of Neolithic…

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The Discovery Programme @discoveryprogramme.bsky.social · Mar 15

#LoughcrewEquinox Day 2 - Sill 3
Spring Equinox is approaching. Loughcrew main tomb aligns with the equinox sunrise. Loughcrew is managed by @opwireland.bsky.social & currently not safe to enter, so we're sharing 3D models from now until Equinox to showcase its megalithic art

Sill 3, Cairn T, Loughcrew (Stone) - 3D model by The Discovery Programme (@discoveryprogramme)

This 3D model is of the decorated Sill 3 within the main chamber at Cairn T, Loughcrew, County Meath, Ireland (SMR No. ME015-012004-). The tomb’s passage is aligned on the equinox - at these times of…

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The Discovery Programme @discoveryprogramme.bsky.social · Mar 14

Spring Equinox is approaching. At Loughcrew the main tomb’s passage aligns with the equinox sunrise. Loughcrew is managed by @opwireland.bsky.social & currently not safe to enter, so we're sharing 3D models from now until Equinox to showcase its amazing megalithic art.
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Orthostat L1, Cairn T, Loughcrew (Stone) - 3D model by The Discovery Programme (@discoveryprogramme)

This 3D model is of the decorated orthostat L1 within the passage at Cairn T, Loughcrew, County Meath, Ireland (SMR No. ME015-012004-). The tomb’s passage is aligned on the equinox - at these times of...

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National Monuments Service @nationalmons.bsky.social · Jan 9

📺 #EarToTheGround Thursday 9th January at 7pm @rteone.rte.ie ft. #FarmingRathcroghanEIP
The only #DAFM European Innovation Partnership in Europe to support innovative and protective measures for archaeological monuments including resilience against #climatechange as a key component.
📷 Ken Williams

Rathcroghan, Co. Roscommon. Image is the copyright of photographer and researcher Ken Williams

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Anthony Corns @anthonycorns.bsky.social · Dec 21

#5dculture great project to have worked on. Amazing effort from all my colleagues at @discoveryprogramme.bsky.social. More great content still to be published next year.

The Discovery Programme @discoveryprogramme.bsky.social · Dec 21

#12days2solstice
Happy Solstice from The Discovery Programme!

Explore Newgrange Passage Tomb like never before - this 3D model was created from scans taken by Discovery Programme in 2014 & reprocessed in 2024 as part of the #5Dculture project
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Newgrange Passage Tomb - 3D model by The Discovery Programme (@discoveryprogramme)

Newgrange Passage tomb is a Neolithic passage grave (ME019-045----) at Brú na Bóinne, Co. Meath, Ireland. It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. It is a megalithic funerary structure, built with a passag...

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Aidan O'Sullivan @aidanosullivan.bsky.social · Dec 14

“Early Medieval People and Things (EMPAT)” Research Scientist, UCD School of Archaeology
Applications are sought for a 19-month Research Scientist position as part of the project “Early Medieval People and Things (EMPAT)”

Search for “Archaeology” at
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The Discovery Programme @discoveryprogramme.bsky.social · Dec 15

#12Days2Solstice Day 6
Orthostat C3
C3 is at the back of the west recess. The Discovery Programme scanned it in 2014 & re-processed the data in 2024 to create this model for #5Dculture
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Newgrange Orthostat C3 (photo) - 3D model by The Discovery Programme (@discoveryprogramme)

The Newgrange Orthostat C3 is a stone dating from the Neolithic, located within the passage grave (ME019-045----) at Newgrange, Brú na Bóinne, Co. Meath, Ireland. Orthostat C3 is situated at the back ...

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Anthony Corns @anthonycorns.bsky.social · Dec 14

Great to start to publish all the new models generated by @discoveryprogramme.bsky.social as part of #5dculture project. Great work by the whole team.

The Discovery Programme @discoveryprogramme.bsky.social · Dec 14

#12Days2Solstice Day 5
Basin Stone, East Recess, Newgrange
The Basin Stone is situated in the east recess of the tomb. The Discovery Programme scanned it in 2014 & re-processed the data in 2024 to create this model for #5Dculture

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Basin Stone, East Recess, Newgrange - 3D model by The Discovery Programme (@discoveryprogramme)

The Basin Stone dates from the Neolithic and is located within the passage grave (ME019-045----) at Newgrange, Brú na Bóinne, Co. Meath, Ireland. This basin stone is situated in the east recess within...

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The Discovery Programme @discoveryprogramme.bsky.social · Dec 12

Twelve Days to Solstice - Day 3
Kerbstone 52, Newgrange

K52 is located on the north side of the mound, diametrically opposite K1. The Discovery Programme scanned K52 in 2014 & re-processed the data in 2024 to create this model for #5Dculture project
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Kerbstone 52, Newgrange (Photo) - 3D model by The Discovery Programme (@discoveryprogramme)

Kerbstone 52 is a decorated stone dating from the Neolithic, located on the outer edge of the mound of the passage grave (ME019-045----) at Newgrange, Brú na Bóinne, Co. Meath, Ireland. K52 is located...

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The Discovery Programme @discoveryprogramme.bsky.social · Dec 10

#12Days2Solstice - Day 1
Orthostat R21, located on the east side of the tomb’s passage.

@discoveryprogramme.bsky.social scanned it & re-processed the data in 2024 to create this model as part of the #5Dculture project

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Newgrange Orthostat R21 (Photo) - 3D model by The Discovery Programme (@discoveryprogramme)

Orthostat R21 is a stone dating from the Neolithic, located within the passage grave (ME019-045----) at Newgrange, Brú na Bóinne, Co. Meath, Ireland. The stone is located on the east side of the tomb&...

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The Discovery Programme @discoveryprogramme.bsky.social · Dec 11

#12Days2Solstice Day 2
Corbel Co1 C15-16, Newgrange

It's located on the south side of the east recess. It's decorated with diamond motifs. The Discovery Programme scanned it & re-processed the data in 2024 to create this model for #5Dculture

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Newgrange Corbel Co1 C15-16 (photo) - 3D model by The Discovery Programme (@discoveryprogramme)

The Newgrange Corbel (Co.1/C15-16) is a stone dating from the Neolithic, located within the passage grave (ME019-045----) at Newgrange, Brú na Bóinne, Co. Meath, Ireland. Corbel Co.1 is located on the...

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