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Sep 2026
Network science reveals the structure and lasting impact of the Roman road system
Ancient infrastructure can leave lasting imprints on modern settlement patterns and mobility. The Roman road network connected vast regions of Europe, North Africa, and the Middle East, and is often mentioned as an example of such long-term impact. Yet its structural characteristics remain largely unquantified. Here we...
Adam Pažout, Tom Brughmans, P. de Soto et al.
· Nature Communications · 0 citations