Chest X-ray on the statue

Did you know we have an X-ray imaging lab at the British Museum?

We’ve had a research laboratory for over a century, so there’s plenty for you to investigate this #BritishScienceWeek

Using both traditional and cutting-edge techniques, our scientists provide insight into the past through their research, telling us what objects are made from, how they were constructed, when and where they were made – and what that can reveal about their history.

Read scientists’ blogs, watch videos of research in action, and learn how science and conservation complement each other in the care of the collection here: http://ow.ly/NOwq30ry6j0

The Townley Discobolus in the Museum’s X-ray lab.