Pompeii offers insights into ancient Roman building technology

MIT researchers studied an ancient construction site in Pompeii to understand a durable material used by Roman builders thousands of years ago. The findings provide insights into building technology and materials that have proven their longevity over millennia.

MIT researchers analyzed a recently discovered ancient construction site to shed new light on a material that has endured for thousands of years.

This story was originally published by MIT News – Construction/Architecture.