The Digital Doppelgängers of Nikola Tesla and Branislav Nušić: A New Approach to Interactive Learning And Cultural Heritage




Abstract:
With the advancement of AI and digital doppelgängers, the creation of virtual replicas of historical figures is becoming increasingly significant in the fields of culture, education, and scientific research. This paper analyzes theoretical aspects of developing digital doppelgängers and introduces a new subcategory—cultural-educational chatbots—through the examples of pioneering Serbian chatbot projects modeled after Nikola Tesla and Branislav Nušić. These pilot chatbots, currently undergoing testing in Serbian schools and museums, represent the first cultural-educational chatbots of their kind in Serbia. The study examines the technical, linguistic, and ethical challenges associated with replicating historical figures, exploring critical issues such as authenticity, cultural context, and the limits of digital immortality. Through the ongoing pilot testing, this paper highlights both the innovative potential and the practical considerations for the broader adoption of such chatbots in Serbian educational and cultural sectors.

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M. Škobo, M. Šović, “The Digital Doppelgängers of Nikola Tesla and Branislav Nušić: A New Approach to Interactive Learning And Cultural Heritage,” in Sinteza 2025 - International Scientific Conference on Information Technology, Computer Science, and Data Science, Belgrade, Singidunum University, Serbia, 2025, pp. 411-417. doi:10.15308/Sinteza-2025-411-417

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Škobo, M., Šović, M. (2025). The Digital Doppelgängers of Nikola Tesla and Branislav Nušić: A New Approach to Interactive Learning And Cultural Heritage. Paper presented at Sinteza 2025 - International Scientific Conference on Information Technology, Computer Science, and Data Science. doi:10.15308/Sinteza-2025-411-417

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