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Geotechnology as support for the management of conservation units in Brazil's Pantanal

Pantanal Conservation Area — 2017 — WHE16D7BAD10B

A study analyzing temporal variations in vegetation indices, including the Normalized Difference Vegetation Index (NDVI), reveals significant differences in environmental protection effectiveness among five conservation units in Brazil's Pantanal. The Taiamã Ecological Station, Pantanal Matogrossense National Park, and Encontro das Águas State Park exhibited high NDVI values, indicating strong environmental protection, despite occasional fire hotspots. In contrast, the Guirá State Park and Pantanal of Rio Negro State Park showed relatively low NDVI values, with the latter experiencing 36 fire hotspots in 2007, highlighting the need for enhanced monitoring and management. This research underscores the potential of geotechnology as a crucial tool for supporting environmental management actions in these protected areas.

Geschichte Kleinasiens in der Antike

Göbekli Tepe — 2017 — WHE64D5359958

Göbekli Tepe, a prehistoric site in Anatolia, stands as one of the most significant cultural landscapes in human history. This comprehensive study traces the development of ancient Anatolia from the Neolithic era to the late antiquity, spanning 10,000 years. It highlights key transitions, including the shift from hunter-gatherer societies to settled communities, the rise and spread of early high cultures, the establishment of Greek city-states (poleis), the Persian Empire, Alexander the Great's campaigns, the Hellenistic period, the Roman Empire, and the proliferation of Christianity. The research provides the first holistic narrative of Anatolia's history, integrating archaeological evidence with historical records to offer a panoramic view of this pivotal region's cultural evolution.

Gestion touristique de sites culturels et relations entre parties prenantes

Pont du Gard (Roman Aqueduct) — 2017 — WHEF1BFE15F45

A study of the Pont du Gard reveals complex and often conflicting relationships among stakeholders involved in its tourism management. The research identifies divergent perceptions of governance and development visions, highlighting power dynamics that can lead to conflict. Using stakeholder theory, the study analyzes semi-directed interviews to classify stakeholders based on their power, legitimacy, and urgency of claims. It also examines how territorial reforms further complicate these relationships. The findings suggest pathways for improved collaboration among stakeholders, aiming to balance interests in a rapidly changing context.

Getreide, Brot und Geld – offene Forschungsfragen zum Untergrombacher Bundschuh 1502 und ihre wirtschafts- und sozialgeschichtliche Einordnung und Wertung

Speyer Cathedral — 2017 — WHE7B44CCFCAE

Recent research has clarified misconceptions surrounding the 1502 'Bundschuh' riot in Untergrombach, though its root causes remain elusive. A novel analysis of Speyer Cathedral's chapter records reveals a stark connection between the uprising and economic distress, particularly food shortages caused by crop failures in 1501–1502. These records document widespread village requests for cash loans, tax relief, and grain supplies, underscoring the severe hunger crisis faced by small peasants and rural workers. The study links this societal upheaval to the cathedral chapter's paternalistic governance, assessing its failure through ethical frameworks centered on 'aliment' (food) and 'necessity.' This approach offers a nuanced perspective on the intersection of economic hardship and social unrest in early modern Europe.

Getting even and becoming equal: Warsaw through the European lens (1980s–2000s)

Historic Centre of Warsaw — 2017 — WHEED04EC043C

A study reveals how the portrayal of Warsaw in European co-produced films shifted from the 1980s to the 2000s, reflecting changes in its perceived status as a 'European' city. Initially depicted as an undesirable Eastern Bloc setting, Warsaw evolved into a desirable location for settling Cold War narratives and symbolizing post-communist identity. The mid- to late 1990s films emphasized Warsaw's strategic position between Western Europe and the Soviet Union, while post-accession works highlighted multilateral cooperation in 'New Europe'. The Scandinavian-Polish co-production The Woman That Dreamed About a Man (2010) exemplifies this shift through its reflexive and intertextual approach to Warsaw as a shooting location. This analysis draws from 25 years of European cinema, offering insights into how cultural narratives shape perceptions of urban spaces in a post-communist context.

Ghadames

Old Town of Ghadamès — 2017 — WHED038A5A1F0

Ghadames exhibits a unique urban structure characterized by houses stacked atop one another with subterranean tunnel access, making it highly defensible. This study highlights the town's resilience and strategic architecture, which has remained largely unchanged since the 19th century. The research draws on historical correspondence, including letters from Major Alexander Gordon Laing, to explore Ghadames' significance during his trans-Saharan journey. It also sheds light on the town's past rebellions and economic burdens, such as the crippling fines imposed in 1810. The study provides insights into the town's enduring design and its role in historical trade routes.

Giraffe, Giraffe, Camel!

Sun Temple, Konârak — 2017 — WHEE2EE4F73D4

A stone carving from the 13th-century Konark Sun Temple in Odisha, India, has sparked debate over whether it depicts a giraffe or a camel. While giraffes are native to Africa and camels were historically absent from eastern India, both animals were valued as diplomatic gifts. The study uses this enigmatic carving to explore medieval trade dynamics in the region, suggesting that the animal likely represents a camel due to its anatomical features and historical context. This interpretation challenges conventional assumptions about the representation of exotic fauna in Indian art and sheds light on the cultural significance of trade between India and other regions during the medieval period.

GIS-based assessment of combined AHP and SAW methods for selecting suitable sites for landfill in Al-Musayiab Qadhaa, Babylon, Iraq

Babylon — 2017 — WHE8F6B1308CF

A GIS-based study identifies two potential landfill sites in Al-Musayiab Qadhaa, Babylon, Iraq, capable of accommodating solid waste up to 2030. The research combines the Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) and Simple Additive Weighting (SAW) methods to evaluate fifteen key criteria, including groundwater depth, soil types, infrastructure, and archaeological sites. By comparing the results from both methods, the study pinpoints suitable areas of 7.965–5.952 km² that meet scientific landfill selection standards, addressing a critical gap in waste management for the region.

Glass Wires from Chogha Zanbil: Preliminary Glass Making Evidence in Iran in the Early 2rd Millennium BC

Tchogha Zanbil — 2017 — WHE6E510A12C7

Archaeologists have uncovered evidence of early glassmaking at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Tchogha Zanbil, dating to the Early 2nd Millennium BC. The discovery includes glass wires, suggesting sophisticated metallurgical techniques were employed by ancient Iranian civilizations. The study employs archaeometric analysis to examine these artifacts, providing insights into the technological advancements of the time. This finding challenges previous assumptions about the timeline and spread of glassmaking technologies in the region.

GÖbekli Tepe

Göbekli Tepe — 2017 — WHEEC1FF2AF11

Göbekli Tepe, a ceremonial site emerging during the Great Thaw at the end of the Ice Age, presents a radical shift from Palaeolithic cave art. Unlike the graceful beauty of animal representations in caves, Göbekli Tepe's depictions convey danger, apprehension, and threat. This site, located near Natufian areas, challenges the notion that agricultural crises spurred its development. Instead, it reflects a cultural response to overcrowding and the intertwining of life and death, marking a significant transition in human ritual practices.

Good Neighbors and Lost Cities

City of Cuzco — 2017 — WHE35002E5118

During the Good Neighbor era (1930s–1940s), Machu Picchu emerged as both a global tourist destination and a national symbol of Peru, reflecting a convergence of US foreign policy goals, Peruvian state ambitions, and local regional aspirations. The study reveals how transnational collaboration—driven by hemispheric solidarity efforts—positioned the Inca archaeological site at Cuzco as a strategic cultural asset, blending international diplomacy with local identity politics. While US initiatives sought to strengthen Latin American alliances, Peruvian and Cuzco-based actors leveraged tourism development to reinforce regional pride and political narratives, demonstrating how global and local forces shaped the rise of Machu Picchu.

Gothic green glazed tile from Malbork Castle: multi-analytical study

Castle of the Teutonic Order in Malbork — 2017 — WHE9CB31791F6

A multi-analytical study of green glazed tiles from the Holy Virgin Mary Church at Malbork Castle reveals that what was previously thought to be paint is actually a heavily deteriorated medieval glaze. The research, conducted using portable X-ray fluorescence spectrometry, SEM–EDS, SEM–WDS, micro-Raman spectroscopy, and powder X-ray micro-diffraction, identified SiO2–PbO as the primary glaze composition, with white, yellow, and black pigments added as opacifiers and colorants. Copper and iron were used for coloring, while originally added pigments transformed into new phases like antimony-doped tin oxide. The findings confirm the tiles' medieval origin, providing insights into the glazing technology of Gothic architecture.

Grasshoppers of the genus Podismopsis (Orthoptera, Acrididae) in Altay and description of acoustic signals of Podismopsis altaica from cluster Mongun-Taiga of the State Nature Biosphere Reserve «Uvs Nuur Basin»

Uvs Nuur Basin — 2017 — WHEBB80C1CBA9

Research reveals distinct acoustic signals and habitat preferences between two grasshopper species, Podismopsis altaica and P. poppiusi, in the Altai Mountains of Russia's Uvs Nuur Basin UNESCO World Heritage Site. The study describes for the first time the calling signal of P. altaica, highlighting that its repetition period shortens under lower temperatures compared to P. poppiusi. Additionally, the species inhabit different elevations: P. altaica thrives in alpine zones, while P. poppiusi favors meadows and meadow-steppes. These differences prevent close contact between their populations, suggesting ecological segregation. The findings were derived from field observations within the Mongun-Taiga cluster of the Uvs Nuur Basin Biosphere Reserve.

Great Canadian Lagerstätten 6. Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve, Southeast Newfoundland

Mistaken Point — 2017 — WHE67234B1467

Mistaken Point Ecological Reserve (MPER) on Newfoundland's southeastern coast is a pivotal global site for Ediacaran fossil research, hosting some of the oldest known soft-bodied macrobiota assemblages. Since their discovery in 1967, MPER's fossils have significantly advanced understanding of Ediacaran paleobiology by preserving in situ benthic paleocommunities with thousands of specimens, enabling detailed studies on ecology, development, preservation processes, taxonomy, and morphology. These insights provide clues about the phylogenetic positions of Ediacaran taxa within the tree of life. A continuous geological record spanning at least 10 million years further contextualizes these fossils temporally and environmentally.

Green Architecture as a Concept of Historic Cairo

Historic Cairo — 2017 — WHEE6B39438F8

Traditional architecture of Historic Cairo demonstrates significant potential for enhancing thermal comfort in hot arid climates through passive design methods. This study highlights that the El-Suhaimi house, a historic structure, offers sustainable solutions applicable to modern green architecture. By analyzing this case study using Design Builder simulation software, researchers confirmed its environmental adaptability and local identity. The findings suggest that integrating elements from historic Cairo's architectural style can inform contemporary green building practices, providing a model for environmentally conscious urban development in similar climates.

Green Urbanism in Medieval India, Agra Fort: A Sustainable Eco-City

Agra Fort — 2017 — WHE0DDB639916

Medieval Indian cities, including Agra Fort, demonstrated advanced green urbanism principles that outpaced modern urban settlements in sustainability and density. This study reveals how pre-modern technology cities thrived with efficient resource use, providing insights into historical eco-city design. By analyzing Agra Fort's development, the research reconstructs its sustainable practices—such as water management, vegetation integration, and spatial organization—that ensured long-term functionality without modern infrastructure. The approach combines archival analysis, spatial mapping, and comparative urban studies to uncover these adaptive strategies, offering lessons for contemporary urban planning in developing nations.

Greening Ahmedabad—creating a resilient Indian city using a green infrastructure approach to investment

Historic City of Ahmadabad — 2017 — WHE2E255AB001

Ahmedabad, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and commercial hub of Gujarat with over 5 million residents, is transforming its urban landscape through strategic green infrastructure (GI) investments to enhance resilience against socio-economic and ecological pressures. The city's 3rd Development Plan, led by the Ahmedabad Urban Development Authority (AUDA), aims to integrate GI projects like the Sabarmati Riverfront into functional ecological networks. A key finding from this study is that while the plan outlines ambitious goals, its implementation faces challenges in balancing strategic objectives with localized socio-environmental needs. The research evaluates the transition from policy rhetoric to practical delivery, drawing on stakeholder insights to assess whether GI projects are effectively addressing both broad and community-specific requirements.

Grockles and Locals: Tourists, Service Providers, and Residents—Mutual Perceptions and the Reciprocal Gaze (A Mediterranean Case Study: Corfu, Greece)

Old Town of Corfu — 2017 — WHE34B2935A8D

In the Old Town of Corfu, Greece the mutual gaze between tourists and locals is characterized by reciprocity, friendliness, and balance, particularly in the Dassia area. This study builds on existing academic frameworks, such as those proposed by Urry and Larsen, to explore how perceptions and interactions shape the dynamic between service providers, residents, and visitors. Unlike other parts of Greece, Corfu's identity is less marked by alienation or exoticism, offering a unique lens through which to examine sustainable tourism in Mediterranean contexts. The research draws on qualitative methods, including personal accounts and academic references, to highlight the nuanced relationships that define this reciprocal gaze.

Groundwater sources assessment for sustainable supply through photovoltaic water pumping system, in M’zab valley, Ghardaia

M'Zab Valley — 2017 — WHEADD8BE7E22

A study identifies the M'Zab Valley, Ghardaia, as a promising region for sustainable water supply using photovoltaic water pumping systems (PVWPS). The research reveals that the valley's groundwater table is abundant, with static averages ranging from 50 to 150 meters depending on location. Key zones—Ben-Isguen, Bounoura, and AL-Atteuf—are deemed optimal for PVWPS installations due to their favorable hydraulic structures. The study combines field investigations with statistical data analysis to assess groundwater behavior, aiming to optimize system performance amid dynamic variables like solar radiation and temperature. This approach addresses the need for reliable water supply in remote desert areas, offering a sustainable solution for domestic usage.

Group structure of Guiana dolphins, Sotalia guianensis (Cetacea, Delphinidae) in Ilha Grande Bay, Rio de Janeiro, southeastern Brazil

Paraty and Ilha Grande – Culture and Biodiversity — 2017 — WHE73D2BA96D6

A groundbreaking study reveals that Guiana dolphins (Sotalia guianensis) in Ilha Grande Bay, Brazil, exhibit highly variable group structures influenced by behavior and season. Researchers observed 1,314 groups, with a staggering 94.4% containing calves—a record high for the species—suggesting a protective strategy for underdeveloped individuals. Group sizes averaged 17.6 members, while cohesion levels varied significantly with behavioral states and seasonal changes. This work sheds light on the complex social dynamics of this 'data deficient' IUCN-listed species, offering critical insights for conservation efforts in an area increasingly threatened by human activities.