DV was born from a mission: to connect people who love archaeology with opportunities to do archaeology.
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Archaeology stands at a crossroads, evolving from a discipline valued for research excellence to one increasingly judged by its societal impact. Brendon Wilkins introduces a practical framework that addresses this shift, delivering outcomes that simultaneously advance knowledge, engage participants, and strengthen communities.
Citizen Science, Artificial Intelligence and Earth Observation Data promises to transform nature recovery, but what should we do about the vast quantities of data that these tech-enabled methods produce?
As the United Nations pushes forward with its ambitious Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), there's a growing recognition that citizen science – where members of the public participate in scientific research – is so much more than simple data collection.
As we face growing environmental challenges, the promise of artificial intelligence (AI) technology and Earth Observation Data (EO) offers a powerful road map for the future, closing crucial gaps in our understanding of the natural world. But how can we ensure that citizens have the opportunity to participate in the AI revolution?
Imagine trying to restore an ancient tapestry while only looking at half its threads. That's essentially what we're doing with our landscapes today.
Deep Time has been awarded an Honorary Mention from the prestigious European Union Prize for Citizen Science 2025!
A natural capital model of citizen science can offer a powerful path forward into a future of incalculable environmental challenges, turning our isolated, ideal houses into a liveable community of ideal homes.
Citizen science is evolving from a hobby into a crucial conservation tool. Learn how Deep Time, a citizen-powered mapping platform, bridges the gap between grassroots action and established environmental organisations.
As professional archaeology ramps up efforts to decarbonise workflows, DV Founder and Co-CEO Brendon Wilkins argues that it’s also time to address the other elements of net zero directly in our path: biodiversity and habitat loss.
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What role does a culture of good leadership have to play in archaeology? Lisa, DigVentures Founder and Co-CEO, discusses the recent DV Trends event on archaeological leadership.
Meet the archaeological ‘pastronauts’ and professionals who are coming together via an ingenious tech co-op that’s working to safeguard the planet.
Making towards a bold new vision for digital participation in archaeology.
Groundbreaking discoveries from archaeologists around the world
Fantastic finds from DigVentures own crowdfunded and crowdsourced excavations
Archaeology-themed activities you can try at home, plus tips, tricks, and fieldwork hacks from the DigVentures team
Archaeology documentaries, talks and mini-series we've filmed - with help from our community
Explore our online collections and previous exhibitions... in 3D!
Final Reports, Project Designs, academic papers, and the official detail on everything we've found so far
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