CT scan reveals what's been hidden inside Egyptian mummy for 2,000 years
Researchers used a cutting-edge CT scanner to examine ancient Egyptian mummies, revealing new details about their internal structure and possible diseases. The scans, conducted at Semmelweis University, provided highly detailed images that helped identify signs of osteoporosis and allowed for potential future 3D facial reconstructions.
A cutting-edge medical scan has uncovered new secrets hidden inside ancient Egyptian mummies. Researchers at the Medical Imaging Centre of Semmelweis University used a next-generation CT scanner to examine several Egyptian mummy remains. The scans revealed that an artefact previously believed to be a human head or bird mummy was actually an adult human foot. The technology allowed for non-destructive analysis of fragile remains, revealing layers of bandaging, bone structure, and subtle abnormalities. The mummies, part of the Semmelweis Museum of Medical History collection, date back over two millennia, with radiocarbon analysis placing some specimens between 401 and 259 BCE. The findings mark a turning point in mummy research, offering new insights into ancient health, culture, and burial practices.
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