ARIADNE is a programme funded by the European Commission. It exists since February 2013.

It is a proposal to integrate existing archeological data infrastructure across Europe, so researchers can use the various distributed datasets and new technologies to explore research methodologies.

• Linking Archaeological Data
• Addressing Complexity
• Data Mining and Natural Language Processing
• Implementing Interoperability
• Developing Integrated Services
• Innovation in Archaeological Research Methodology

“It is an absolute necessity for archaeologists to communicate with each other, leaving the conditions of antiquarians and becoming scientists.” – Friedrich Wilhelm Gerhard

ARIADNE’s goal is to adapt today’s digital technology to this philosophy.