Computing a Rosetta Stone for the Indus Script

Explore the fascinating world of ancient language decryption in this 17-minute TED talk. Delve into Rajesh Rao's groundbreaking work on deciphering the 4000-year-old Indus script, often referred to as "the mother of all crossword puzzles." Discover how modern computational techniques are being employed to unlock the secrets of this ancient civilization's language. Learn about the challenges and potential breakthroughs in understanding one of history's most enigmatic writing systems. Gain insights into the intersection of technology, linguistics, and archaeology as Rao presents his innovative approach to solving this long-standing mystery. Understand the significance of decoding the Indus script and its potential impact on our knowledge of ancient civilizations.

Rajesh Rao: Computing a Rosetta Stone for the Indus script