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Artificial Intelligence and Cultural Heritage: Charting New Frontiers

Book Title: AI Horizons – Exploring Multidisciplinary Frontiers (Volume 4)

Editors: Dr. Shweta A. Bansal and Dr. Charu Chhabra (PT)

ISBN: 978-81-984464-6-6

Chapter: 6

DOI: https://doi.org/10.59646/aihc6/305

Authors: Parinika Arora, Simran Bhatia, Preeti

Abstract

AI and the digitization of heritage have merged to serve as a powerful surrogate for protecting our monuments. In the next chapter, we explore AI and Cultural Heritage as a Major Applying Discipline, particularly focusing on its applications in the preservation and interpretation of cultural heritage; ethical considerations and future directions. By presenting case studies and examples, this book demonstrates how AI technologies (from machine learning to computer vision to natural language processing) can benefit conservation work, enrich visitor experiences at cultural heritage sites around the world, and even tackle some of the ethical problems managers face. Together, AI researchers can work with heritage experts and specific communities to employ inclusive practices in responsible AI use for safeguarding global cultural heritage.

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