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Researchers reconstructed and transcribed a mathematical formula from Xultun, Guatemala, revealing the name of a Maya astronomer for the first time.

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Xultun, Guatemala

Who
Maya astronomer
What
Researchers reconstructed and transcribed a mathematical formula from Xultun, Guatemala, revealing the name of a Maya astronomer for the first time.
When
Mon, 13 Jul 2026 23:00:01 GMT · 2h 57m ago
Where
Xultun, Guatemala ·
Why
Mathematics and astronomy were a key part of Maya society during the Classic period, influencing societal events.
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This discovery provides the first named individual in Maya astronomical calculations, offering new insight into the society's intellectual history.

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