Physicists and life scientists from TIFR and Centre For Excellence in Basic Sciences discover prehistoric tracking algorithm

Q.  Scientists from TATA Institute of Fundamental Research and Centre for Excellence in Basic Sciences in Mumbai have developed a computer algorithm for tracking man in _______ times.
- Published on 13 Jun 16

a. Mesozoic Era
b. Iron Age
c. Bronze Age
d. Prehistoric times

ANSWER: Prehistoric times
 
Physicists and life scientists from the Tata Institute of Fundamental Research and Centre for Excellence in Basic Sciences in Mumbai have developed a computer algorithm that allows tracking of prehistoric movements of humans based on their habitable needs and current topographical satellite data.
  • It may prove a watershed in determining how populations have grown and shrunk even when no genetic information is available, help archaeologists look for prehistoric settlements, and challenge long-held racial beliefs.
  • Habitability parameters - closeness to water bodies, lower altitudes and flat land - priorities for moving from one point to another were mapped with satellite-based geographical and hydrological data, all of which were coded into a software program they named SIMPLE (Simulation of Movement of People). This simulation does not take into account wars, technological or industrial advances.

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