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MEGALITH project


Added by:   National contact point
Added on:   01 Oct 2025
Updated by:   OECD analyst
Updated on:   25 Dec 2025

The MEGALITH project uses AI models to study and protect Malta’s megalithic temples. The models predict stone degradation under different weather and climate scenarios. This helps preserve these historic sites for future generations.

Name in original language

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Initiative overview

The MEGALITH project is a research initiative focused on preserving Malta’s ancient megalithic temples through the use of AI and simulation techniques. By training AI models on historical and simulated data, the project can predict how stones will degrade under varying meteorological conditions and climate change scenarios.

Key objectives include:

  • Assessing environmental impacts on megalithic structures
  • Predicting stone degradation over time to inform conservation strategies
  • Supporting preservation planning with data-driven insights

The project combines expertise from heritage conservation, AI, and environmental science. The AI models allow researchers and policymakers to evaluate the effectiveness of preservation measures before implementation, reducing risks and costs.

Name of responsible organisation (in English)

University of Malta

Mechanisms to involve stakeholders in strategy design, implementation or monitoring

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About the policy initiative


Organisation:

  • University of Malta

Category:

  • AI policy initiatives, programmes and projects

Initiative type:

  • AI use cases/projects in the public sector

Status:

  • Active

Start Year:

  • 2023

Binding:

  • Non-binding