There is a constant tension between the stories passed down through human memory and the objective evidence left behind in the environment. While traditional records may fail or disappear, the physical world retains a high-fidelity record of biological and historical events.

This session investigates the reconstruction of history by pairing physical findings—like fossils and artifacts—with modern analytical tools. We explore how scientists use CT scans, DNA analysis, and computational algorithms to turn biological anomalies into clear insights about the way our ancestors lived.

• Geological shifts such as retreating glaciers providing access to perfectly preserved ancient hunting tools.
• Material evidence from prehistoric bone markings revealing the evolution of complex social rituals.
• The role of interdisciplinary f ...