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Rune, from Piql, explains that each film reel contains encoded data—light-sensitive films exposed with photons that form intricate, high-resolution QR codes visible only under microscopes. These codes include multi-language instructions enabling future researchers to decode and reconstruct the data, requiring only basic tools like a camera and light source.
The Harsh yet Secure Environment of Svalbard
Svalbard’s extreme climate and remote isolation make it an ideal location for safeguarding critical cultural and digital records. The Arctic World Archive’s proximity to the Global Seed Vault underscores a shared vision: preserving our biological and cultural heritage in the face of possible global disasters.