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Digital Reconstruction of Mesopotamian Cultural Heritage in the Metaverse: AI-Powered Modeling and Quantum-Based Data Security

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Digital Reconstruction of Mesopotamian Cultural Heritage in the Metaverse: AI-Powered Modeling and Quantum-Based Data Security

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This study presents a transformative model for the cultural heritage of Anatolian Mesopotamia through the opportunities offered by digital technologies. Considering the challenges faced by traditional conservation and exhibition methods in archaeologically rich regions such as Göbeklitepe, Mardin, and Diyarbakır, a conceptual model integrating Metaverse, Artificial Intelligence, and Quantum Computing technologies is proposed. The model focuses on creating high-fidelity digital twins of historical sites using LIDAR and photogrammetry data and integrating them into a virtual environment. This approach aims to provide users with an interactive and cognitively engaging learning experience based on archaeological data, while AI enhances the experience through personalized guidance and archaeometric data modeling. Furthermore, quantum cryptography and Quantum Key Distribution constitute a critical component of the model, offering theoretically high-level security for sensitive digital cultural heritage data against emerging cybersecurity threats. Based on a systematic literature review, this study proposes a comprehensive model that addresses gaps in technological integration and data security and provides a robust and sustainable foundation for future research.

Anahtar Kelimeler

Metaverse, artificial intelligence, quantum security, digital heritage, Mesopotamia

Destekleyen Kurum

This research received no financial support from any public, commercial, or non-profit institution or organization.

Etik Beyan

Ethics Committee approval was not required for this study in accordance with the Ethical Principles and Publication Policy of the Journal of Academic Tourism Analysis (Journal ATA).

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Kaynak Göster

APA
Samancı, İ. C., & Baykal, M. (2026). Digital Reconstruction of Mesopotamian Cultural Heritage in the Metaverse: AI-Powered Modeling and Quantum-Based Data Security. Journal of Academic Tourism Analysis, 7, 1916361. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.22049608
AMA
1.Samancı İC, Baykal M. Digital Reconstruction of Mesopotamian Cultural Heritage in the Metaverse: AI-Powered Modeling and Quantum-Based Data Security. ATA Dergisi. 2026;7:1916361. doi:10.5281/zenodo.22049608
Chicago
Samancı, İrem Ceyda, ve Muhammed Baykal. 2026. “Digital Reconstruction of Mesopotamian Cultural Heritage in the Metaverse: AI-Powered Modeling and Quantum-Based Data Security”. Journal of Academic Tourism Analysis 7 (Ağustos): 1916361. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.22049608.
EndNote
Samancı İC, Baykal M (01 Ağustos 2026) Digital Reconstruction of Mesopotamian Cultural Heritage in the Metaverse: AI-Powered Modeling and Quantum-Based Data Security. Journal of Academic Tourism Analysis 7 1916361.
IEEE
[1]İ. C. Samancı ve M. Baykal, “Digital Reconstruction of Mesopotamian Cultural Heritage in the Metaverse: AI-Powered Modeling and Quantum-Based Data Security”, ATA Dergisi, c. 7, s. 1916361, Ağu. 2026, doi: 10.5281/zenodo.22049608.
ISNAD
Samancı, İrem Ceyda - Baykal, Muhammed. “Digital Reconstruction of Mesopotamian Cultural Heritage in the Metaverse: AI-Powered Modeling and Quantum-Based Data Security”. Journal of Academic Tourism Analysis 7 (01 Ağustos 2026): 1916361. https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.22049608.
JAMA
1.Samancı İC, Baykal M. Digital Reconstruction of Mesopotamian Cultural Heritage in the Metaverse: AI-Powered Modeling and Quantum-Based Data Security. ATA Dergisi. 2026;7:1916361.
MLA
Samancı, İrem Ceyda, ve Muhammed Baykal. “Digital Reconstruction of Mesopotamian Cultural Heritage in the Metaverse: AI-Powered Modeling and Quantum-Based Data Security”. Journal of Academic Tourism Analysis, c. 7, Ağustos 2026, s. 1916361, doi:10.5281/zenodo.22049608.
Vancouver
1.İrem Ceyda Samancı, Muhammed Baykal. Digital Reconstruction of Mesopotamian Cultural Heritage in the Metaverse: AI-Powered Modeling and Quantum-Based Data Security. ATA Dergisi. 01 Ağustos 2026;7:1916361. doi:10.5281/zenodo.22049608