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Knowledge, attitude, and practices about tsetse control among communities neighbouring Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

Serengeti National Park — 2017 — WHE4921AAF849

A study reveals that while communities near Serengeti National Park, Tanzania, possess knowledge of tsetse control measures and exhibit positive attitudes toward them, the actual adoption of recommended methods remains low due to cost barriers. Farmers often confuse tsetse flies with other insects and rely on non-standardized control practices. The research highlights the gap between awareness and implementation, underscoring the need for improved education about tsetse identification and more accessible control strategies. Additionally, it points to systemic challenges such as poor management of dipping facilities and privatization of veterinary services, which hinder effective tsetse control. The findings suggest that district authorities must play a proactive role in monitoring service quality and addressing policy-related obstacles to support livestock-dependent livelihoods.

Knowth passage-grave in Ireland: An instrument of precision astronomy?

Brú na Bóinne - Archaeological Ensemble of the Bend of the Boyne — 2017 — WHE8140214373

Knowth, a Neolithic passage-grave at the UNESCO World Heritage Site Brú na Bóinne, functions as a precision astronomical instrument, facilitating the harmonization of solar and lunar cycles. Unlike Newgrange's well-documented winter solstice alignment, Knowth features two internal passages aligned to equinoctial directions but not precisely oriented to them. Rock art on kerbstone K52 suggests depictions of astronomical cycles, supporting the hypothesis that Knowth served as a calendar and counting system, enabling calculated planning and structuring ritual life. The study combines new surveys with existing evidence, arguing for Knowth's role in Neolithic cosmological beliefs and astronomical precision.

Kościoły Pokoju w Jaworze i Świdnicy – Prace Konserwatorskie Wnętrza i Wyposażenia, Jako Przykład Ochrony Budowli Wpisanych na Listę Światowego Dziedzictwa

Churches of Peace in Jawor and Świdnica — 2017 — WHE6F26BE3254

Conservation efforts on the Churches of Peace in Jawor and Świdnica, inscribed as UNESCO World Heritage Sites, successfully preserved their 17th- to 18th-century interior decorations and furnishings while maintaining their original function. The study highlights that UNESCO recognition was pivotal in prioritizing authenticity preservation during conservation work, ensuring these unique religious monuments endured despite historical challenges. The research focuses on the principles and outcomes of conservation practices applied since the 1990s, demonstrating how systematic restoration can safeguard cultural heritage without compromising historical integrity.

Krajobraz Kulturowy na Liście Światowego Dziedzictwa – Polskie Doświadczenia

Muskauer Park / Park Mużakowski — 2017 — WHEEEF381F2DD

Poland's collaboration with UNESCO on the World Heritage Convention, particularly concerning cultural landscapes, has been significantly driven by the Polish National Committee ICOMOS and its associated institutions. A key outcome of this cooperation is the successful inscription of Park Muskau (Muskauer Park) on the UNESCO World Heritage List, achieved through interdisciplinary efforts involving art historians, landscape architects, architects, and gardeners. The Centre for the Protection of Historic Landscape in Warsaw played a pivotal role by valuating cultural landscapes, organizing international conferences, and collaborating with the Fürst-Pückler-Park Bad Muskau Foundation to prepare the application. These activities highlight Poland's structured approach to preserving historic gardens and cultural landscapes, demonstrating effective interdisciplinary collaboration and international engagement.

Kryptousia macronema gen. nov., sp. nov. and Kryptousia microlepis sp. nov., nostocalean cyanobacteria isolated from phyllospheres

Atlantic Forest South-East Reserves — 2017 — WHEDCB590113A

Two novel cyanobacterial species, Kryptousia macronema and Kryptousia microlepis, have been discovered in the phyllospheres of mangrove and Atlantic forest reserves in southeastern Brazil. These species belong to a new genus, Kryptousia, classified within the family Tolypotrichaceae. The discovery was made through comprehensive morphological, ultrastructural, phylogenetic, molecular, and ecological analyses of isolates from Avicennia schaueriana and Merostachys neesii leaves. This finding significantly advances our understanding of microbial diversity in South American ecosystems and contributes to the systematics of cyanobacteria, which are crucial primary producers in nutrient-depleted habitats.

Kultur for the Volk

Margravial Opera House Bayreuth — 2017 — WHEBB737EFF36

This study reveals that the Nazi-era organization KdF (Kraft durch Freude) used cultural programming, particularly through the Bayreuth Wagner Festival, to promote social cohesion and integrate workers into Germany's elite cultural sphere. By offering discounted tickets and introductory lectures on Richard Wagner's works, KdF aimed to bridge perceived class divides by providing access to 'high-brow' culture, rather than addressing material needs. The research demonstrates how the organization strategically leveraged cultural engagement to foster a unified Volksgemeinschaft (people's community), reflecting its broader ideological goals during the Third Reich.

Kültürel Turistlerin Seyahat Tercihleri ve Yiyecek-İçecek Beklentileri: Safranbolu Örneği

City of Safranbolu — 2017 — WHE567903C99C

A medium-strength, statistically significant correlation (r=0.566; p<0.001) was found between domestic cultural tourists' travel preferences and their expectations regarding food and beverage services at Safranbolu, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Turkey. The study, based on surveys of 391 visitors conducted between February and June 2016, identified hygiene, service presentation, food quality, and ambiance as key factors shaping tourists' expectations. This insight underscores the importance of tailored culinary experiences in enhancing satisfaction and repeat visitation among cultural travelers.

Kurtonitj stone house: Excavation of a mid‐nineteenth century Aboriginal frontier site from Gunditjmara country, south‐west Victoria

Budj Bim Cultural Landscape — 2017 — WHE3C79F2D948

A groundbreaking excavation at the Budj Bim Cultural Landscape in south-west Victoria reveals new insights into Aboriginal stone house construction and occupation during the mid-19th century. The study, published in Archaeology in Oceania, documents the first detailed excavation of such a site, uncovering a cache of 34 iron nails dating to approximately 1840–1870, which suggests occupation during periods of violent and negotiated resistance against European pastoral expansion. Taphonomic analysis indicates that stone artefacts predate contact objects, hinting at earlier use or construction. The findings challenge assumptions about the timeline of stone house development and offer clues about their integration with eel trapping facilities over 6600 years.

L'Agorà centrale di Hierapolis di Frigia

Hierapolis-Pamukkale — 2017 — WHE72E82D09BD

Recent research on the Central Agora of Hierapolis, a lesser-known monument in Turkey's Phrygia region, has yielded significant insights into its early-imperial structure and transformations. By systematically examining preserved architectural materials within the Pamukkale Thermal lake and integrating geophysical survey data with archive documentation, researchers reconstructed the square's plan and elevation. This reconstruction sheds light on the urban configuration of Microasiatic agorai during the first imperial age, providing a clearer understanding of this pivotal period in Hierapolis' history.

L’éducation islamique non formelle mahadra de Mauritanie

Ancient Ksour of Ouadane, Chinguetti, Tichitt and Oualata — 2017 — WHE98B9920A5E

Mauritania's traditional Islamic educational institutions, known as mahadras, have played a pivotal role in the country's educational development since independence. These non-formal schools, renowned for their religious and cultural prestige, have been leveraged by the government to supplement formal education at minimal cost. A study highlights that between 1973 and 1978, hundreds of teachers and professors trained in mahadras were recruited through competitive exams and deployed into classrooms, significantly contributing to the country's educational system. Despite a high gross enrollment rate of 101% with gender parity, the net enrollment rate stands at 72%, reflecting challenges in universal access. The research underscores the historical significance and ongoing relevance of mahadras in shaping Mauritania's educational landscape, particularly in the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Ouadane, Chinguetti, Tichitt, and Oualata.

La casa torre de Segovia : caracterización urbana, arquitectónica y constructiva

Old Town of Segovia and its Aqueduct — 2017 — WHEEC4E5DC212

This study identifies and classifies the architectural typology of Segovia's medieval tower houses, revealing their dual defensive and residential functions. It traces their evolution from fortified structures in the Middle Ages to noble urban residences by the 16th century, ultimately recognizing their intrinsic patrimonial value as part of Segovia's historical landscape. The research analyzes eight tower houses with 14 medieval towers, examining their urban, architectural, and constructive features through historical, documentary, photographic, and personal sources. A key finding is the inherent unity between the tower and its house, forming a distinct architectural ensemble that has adapted to the city's transformations while retaining symbolic significance.

La inscripción árabe de la Alhambra de origen desconocido. El poeta oriental del monumento

Alhambra, Generalife and Albayzín, Granada — 2017 — WHEB44CDA8FF3

A previously unattributed poem from the Alhambra and Generalife, Granada, has been identified as part of the monument's Arabic inscriptions. This discovery sheds new light on the cultural and poetic landscape of the Nazarí Kingdom of Granada and its connections to North Africa. The study employed historical analysis and textual comparison to determine authorship and contextual meaning, resolving a longstanding gap in the understanding of these inscriptions.

La mobilité des ingénieurs et la construction des sites : les leçons du Canal du Midi

Canal du Midi — 2017 — WHE81E97AD59D

The successful construction of the Canal du Midi hinged on the mobility and collaboration of diverse engineers. This study reveals that the project's realization was made possible by the convergence of varied engineering traditions, facilitated by the movement of experts across different phases of construction. The workforce comprised four key groups: overseers, seasonal laborers, intermittent specialists, and military inspectors, forming a distributed cognitive system. By analyzing these dynamics, the research underscores how the integration of disparate skills and the fluidity of personnel were critical to overcoming complex engineering challenges in 17th-century infrastructure projects.

La Neustadt de Strasbourg

Strasbourg, Grande-Île and Neustadt — 2017 — WHE709C232B90

Strasbourg's Neustadt, a German-designed urban extension from the Alsatian annexation period (1871–1918), has emerged as a significant site of patrimonial co-construction. This study reveals how institutional patrimonialization efforts—led by local authorities and supported by UNESCO candidacy—interact with citizen appropriation of the built environment, shaping its heritage status. The research, conducted over six years (2010–2016) by Strasbourg’s Inventory Service, examines the dynamic between top-down urban planning and grassroots cultural attachment. While the Neustadt was previously excluded from the 1988 UNESCO-listed Grande-Île, its inclusion in a broader candidate dossier (submitted 2016) reflects ongoing efforts to redefine Strasbourg’s heritage narrative. The findings underscore the role of patrimonialization as a collaborative process, blending administrative frameworks with community perceptions.

La planta alta del palacio de Pedro I en el Alcázar de Sevilla

Cathedral, Alcázar and Archivo de Indias in Seville — 2017 — WHE0F4BF8455C

Archaeological and documentary evidence reveals the existence of an upper floor with formal spaces in the Palace of Peter I at the Alcázar of Seville, a unique feature among Al-Andalus buildings. This discovery challenges conventional architectural understandings, as such structures were uncommon in the region. The study proposes a hypothetical reconstruction of this floor, analyzing its form and extent to infer its original function. Additionally, it examines subsequent modifications during the reign of the Catholic Monarchs, providing insights into the palace's evolution over time.

La région de Byblos de la fin du VIe au début du IIIe millénaire : formation d’un réseau territorial

Byblos — 2017 — WHE9752939ABB

A recent study sheds light on the territorial organization of Byblos, a significant proto-urban and urban center in the Levant, from the late 6th to early 3rd millennium BCE. Through extensive archaeological prospection covering a 14 x 7 km area, researchers identified 24 human installations dating back to recent prehistory. By analyzing spatial data and ceramic technology, they reconstructed a network of territorial and techno-cultural relations, revealing precise organizational rules that emerged during the proto-urban age and exhibited remarkable continuity. This research significantly advances our understanding of the formation and development of complex societal structures in ancient Levantine regions.

La transformación urbana a partir de la declaración patrimonial: el Centro Histórico de Oaxaca de Juárez

Historic Centre of Oaxaca and Archaeological Site of Monte Albán — 2017 — WHEBAD7FE8A1B

Declaring the Historic Centre of Oaxaca as a UNESCO World Heritage Site has catalyzed significant urban transformations, reshaping local habitation patterns and spatial dynamics. The study identifies key variables—such as architectural preservation, tourism influx, and public space reconfiguration—that have altered the city's fabric since its 1987 designation. While the heritage status has spurred conservation efforts, challenges remain in balancing authenticity with modern urban demands. Recommendations for sustainable development, including enhanced infrastructure and community engagement, are proposed to further optimize the site's cultural and social value.

Laelapidae mites (Acari: Mesostigmata) infesting small rodents in the Curonian Spit, Lithuania

Curonian Spit — 2017 — WHE5F876878BE

Researchers identified five species of Laelapidae mites—Laelaps agilis, Hyperlaelaps microti, Haemogamassus nidi, Eulaelaps stabularis, and Myonyssus gigas—as parasites infesting small rodents in the Curonian Spit, Lithuania. This marks the first detection of these mites in the region, contributing to the understanding of their ecological diversity and host associations. The study analyzed 236 small rodents, including yellow-necked mice (Apodemus flavicollis), harvest mice (Micromys minutus), bank voles (Myodes glareolus), root voles (Microtus oeconomus), and field voles (Microtus agrestis), collected between 2013 and 2014. Mite species were determined through morphological analysis of adult females and males, providing new insights into their distribution and potential ecological roles in this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Land use and ownership in the Old City of Jerusalem

Old City of Jerusalem and its Walls — 2017 — WHE9382BA18B8

Land use and ownership in the Old City of Jerusalem is characterized by complex legal and administrative challenges, with property rights remaining a contentious issue regardless of future political control. The study identifies multiple forms of property ownership, including those managed by the Islamic Waqf administration and private family endowments, while highlighting tenancy as a particularly volatile issue, rooted in Ottoman-era laws. These findings underscore the need for comprehensive legal frameworks to address property disputes and ensure sustainable management of this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Land-based observations of cetaceans and a review of recent strandings at subantarctic Macquarie Island

Macquarie Island — 2017 — WHE57F3C20C4E

A comprehensive study reveals that most cetacean species are relatively uncommon in the inshore waters of Macquarie Island. Over 391 systematic one-hour observation periods spanning 59 weeks in 2002 and 2003, nine species were identified, with killer whales, long-finned pilot whales, and sperm whales detected with some frequency. The remaining species were observed only once, indicating limited presence near the island. Additionally, eight previously unpublished stranding records are summarized, contributing to the understanding of marine megafauna in the region. The study underscores the importance of routine archiving of cetacean sightings from shipping activities to enhance knowledge of this subantarctic ecosystem.