https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/network-science-reveals-the-structure-and-lasting-impact-of-the-roman-road-systemContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/network-science-reveals-the-structure-and-lasting-impact-of-the-roman-road-systemhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/network-science-reveals-the-structure-and-lasting-impact-of-the-roman-road-system#u74173Fri, 18 Sep 2026 07:51:29 +0000Researchers analyzing a massive digital map of the Roman road network have found that the famous saying 'all roads lead to Rome' is not entirely accurate. Scientists studied between 185,896 and 190,000 miles of Roman roads, revealing that other cities in the empire were actually better connected than the capital. And the new research shows that these ancient pathways were not as straight as traditionally believed. This comprehensive network science approach highlights the true structural marvels and lasting impact of the Roman Empire's vast transportation grid.Why it mattersGene