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Large- and Medium-Sized Mammal Survey Using Camera Traps in the Sikre River in the Río Plátano Biosphere Reserve, Honduras

Río Plátano Biosphere Reserve — 2013 — WHEE76B0EE749

A camera-trap survey along the Sikre River in Honduras' Río Plátano Biosphere Reserve revealed a rich diversity of large and medium-sized mammals, including threatened species like the giant anteater. The study recorded 14 mammal, three bird, and one reptile species over 2,040 trap-nights, with the Baird's tapir being the most frequently captured. Notably, pumas and ocelots were documented multiple times, while a single jaguar photograph from a prior survey suggested its presence. Unlike the pine savanna, where no animals were recorded, broad-leaf forest areas hosted significant biodiversity, comparable to other Central and South American sites. This highlights the Sikre River's importance as a conservation priority within the reserve.

Las Domus de Janas Sardas. Proyección de la “Religión” y Proyección de la Estabilidad

Funerary Tradition in the Prehistory of Sardinia – The domus de janas — 2013 — WHE0DDF56D5C9

A new interpretation of Sardinia's domus de janas, ancient funerary structures, suggests that animal representations and architectural decorations serve a broader social function beyond religious symbolism. These figures likely originated as 'trophies' displayed in homes, reflecting their role in wealth accumulation, production, and social status. The study proposes that while these animals may have been later divinized, their primary purpose was to project stability and justify societal structures through ideological means. This challenges previous assumptions about the religious significance of these depictions.

Las edades del espacio. Desarrollo de la concepción del espacio-tiempo físico y social en arquitectura.

Rietveld Schröderhuis (Rietveld Schröder House) — 2013 — WHEDAAEE75CA2

This study challenges and expands upon Siegfried Giedion's theory of three spatial-temporal conceptions in architecture, arguing that the modern era introduced a radical shift in how space and time are perceived and utilized. It proposes a multidisciplinary framework to analyze the physical, mental, and social components of space-time in built environments, drawing on concepts like Bakhtin's 'cronotope.' Using Gerrit Rietveld's work, particularly the Schröderhuis, as a case study, the research demonstrates how modern architecture integrates dynamic spatiality, transparency, and multi-sensorial perception while critiquing bourgeois comfort norms. The study also evaluates the enduring relevance of Giedion's hypotheses by comparing them to contemporary architectural practices, suggesting that 'chronotopically' richer architectures persist regardless of adherence to modern ideals.

Las Médulas: The social appraisal of a cultural landscape

Las Médulas — 2013 — WHEE427D87703

Las Médulas demonstrates the profound impact of early scientific dissemination on societal appreciation for cultural landscapes. Through targeted educational initiatives, particularly involving grade-school environments, the Las Médulas Foundation has successfully fostered heritage and scientific literacy among teachers, students, and families. This approach, centered around the site's unique historical significance, integrates comprehensive educational programs that bridge the gap between cultural heritage and society, setting a paradigm for future conservation efforts.

Las trasformaciones a través de ventanas territoriales. Quebrada de Humahuaca [Jujuy, Argentina]

Quebrada de Humahuaca — 2013 — WHE847A077359

Recent urban transformations in the Quebrada de Humahuaca, Argentina—a UNESCO World Heritage Site since 2003—reveal profound shifts driven by economic crisis and tourism. The study identifies key morphological changes, including new urban expansions, discontinuous developments, and densification patterns, while assessing their relationship to broader socio-economic forces. By analyzing territorial 'windows' at multiple scales, researchers mapped these transformations, highlighting how global recognition and national tourism policies have reshaped local dynamics. This work provides a nuanced framework for understanding the interplay between heritage designation, economic pressures, and urban evolution in Argentina's arid landscapes.

Late Classic Maya lithic production and exchange at Rio Bec and Calakmul, Mexico

Ancient Maya City and Protected Tropical Forests of Calakmul, Campeche — 2013 — WHE0070C5FEB0

Households at the Maya cities of Rio Bec and Calakmul, despite differing political structures, acquired lithic tools through similar networks during the Late Classic period (a.d. 650–800), suggesting that domestic economic practices were largely independent of centralized political power. The study distinguishes two types of chert biface production—market-based and itinerant craftsmanship—by analyzing experimental and quantitative data from household collections at both sites. This approach shifts the focus from elite workshops to everyday consumer behavior, offering new insights into Maya economic organization.

Late Upper Palaeolithic human diet: first stable isotope evidence from Riparo Tagliente (Verona, Italy)

City of Verona — 2013 — WHE74301E0865

Stable isotope analysis of bone collagen from Riparo Tagliente, a Late Epigravettian site near Verona, Italy, reveals that a young adult male had a diet enriched with terrestrial herbivore proteins and high trophic level species. The human δ13C (−18.4‰) and δ15N (13.0‰) values indicate significant enrichment compared to local herbivores (+1.2‰ in 13C, +10.0‰ in 15N) and omnivores (+1.4‰ in 13C, +7.2‰ in 15N), suggesting a protein intake derived from both terrestrial herbivores and higher trophic level organisms. This finding aligns with taphonomic evidence from faunal remains but contrasts with the expected diet of Late Upper Palaeolithic hunter-gatherers in this region. The study provides the first stable isotope data for human diet reconstruction at Riparo Tagliente, contributing to our understanding of subsistence strategies during this period.

Lava flow hazards at Mount Etna: constraints imposed by eruptive history and numerical simulations

Mount Etna — 2013 — WHE92C63A0413

A quantitative assessment of lava flow hazards at Mount Etna reveals that historical eruption patterns and numerical simulations can predict the most likely future paths of lava flows, enabling more effective land-use planning to mitigate damage in densely populated areas. This study combines extensive field data spanning over 2000 years with probability analyses to create hazard maps for both flank and summit eruptions, offering a scalable methodology applicable to other volcanic regions. By integrating these findings, authorities can minimize risks for nearly one million residents living near the volcano.

Le bois dans l’architecture civile à Provins XIIe-XVIIe siècle

Provins, Town of Medieval Fairs — 2013 — WHE5C9605DB17

Provins, a medieval town renowned for its economic prosperity during the 13th century, stands out for its unique urban development pattern. Unlike many medieval cities, Provins did not experience intense urbanization despite its expansion under Thibault IV's third enclosure around 1230. Instead, urban growth remained concentrated along main axes, with limited infill in new plots, leading to a 'fossilized' cityscape that preserved open spaces intra-muros. This study examines the role of timber in Provins' civilian architecture from the 12th to 17th centuries, highlighting its prevalence and structural significance. Using historical records and architectural analysis, the research reveals how timber construction techniques, such as half-timbering, adapted to local needs while reflecting broader European trends.

Le comité scientifique de la restauration de Saint-Savin - 2005-2008

Abbey Church of Saint-Savin sur Gartempe — 2013 — WHE93ECA8EE04

Restauration efforts at the Abbey Church of Saint-Savin sur Gartempe (a UNESCO World Heritage Site) faced significant challenges in reconciling 19th-century decorative interventions with original paintings, requiring careful compromises. The 2005–2008 restoration, following structural issues addressed in the 1970s, prioritized conservation while enhancing interpretability through selective reintegration of architectural elements and partial restitution of scenes. This approach balanced preserving historical layers with improving visual coherence, offering a model for heritage management that acknowledges past interventions while advancing contemporary understanding.

Le domaine de l’apôtre. Droit de saint Pierre et cens de l’Église romaine dans les provinces d’Aix, Arles et Narbonne (milieu XIe-fin XIIe siècle)

Arles, Roman and Romanesque Monuments — 2013 — WHE27CF662701

A new understanding emerges of the Gregorian Reform's impact on ecclesiastical structures in 11th and 12th-century Languedoc and Provence, revealing a shift from textual compilation to list-making as a means to assert the Roman Church's universal authority. The study demonstrates how papal documentation, such as Deusdedit’s canonical collection (1086-1087) and the Liber censuum (1192), reflected evolving ecclesiastical directions and feudal dynamics. It also highlights the transformation of St. Peter’s apostolic protection into a tax paid to the Lateran Palace, illustrating the changing conceptions of liberty, protection, and exemption under papal rule.

Leaf Adaptability of lWO Non·Timber Forest Species Caryota urens L. and Elettaria carrlamomum Var. Major Planted in the Pinus caribaea Enrichment Buffer Zone in SinhaInta Mab Reserve, Sri Lanka

Sinharaja Forest Reserve — 2013 — WHE0388AC65E7

Research on the leaf adaptability of two non-timber forest species, Caryota urens L. and Elettaria cardamomum var. major, reveals distinct light requirements for optimal growth within the Pinus caribaea enrichment buffer zone in Sinharaja Forest Reserve, Sri Lanka. Caryota urens demonstrated superior adaptability to higher sunlight levels, with significant increases in leaf cuticle, blade, upper and lower epidermis, palisade layer, and spongy mesophyll thickness under conditions where five pine rows were removed (5R treatment). In contrast, Elettaria cardamomum exhibited optimal anatomical traits, such as increased leaf blade, lower epidermal layer, and spongy mesophyll thickness, under moderate light levels, particularly when three pine rows were removed (3R treatment). These findings provide critical insights into the optimum light requirements for these species, which can guide sustainable forest management practices in disturbed forest areas.

Leaf-form characteristics of plants inQuercus aquifolioidescommunity along an elevational gradient on the Balang Mountain in Wolong Nature Reserve, Sichuan,China

Sichuan Giant Panda Sanctuaries - Wolong, Mt Siguniang and Jiajin Mountains — 2013 — WHE98219152A1

A study on the Sichuan Giant Panda Sanctuaries reveals that leaf-form characteristics of plants in the Quercus aquifolioides community vary significantly along an elevational gradient (2200–3600 m) on Balang Mountain, Wolong Nature Reserve. The research found that small-type leaves dominate, accounting for 36.09% of vascular plant species, while fine and medium-type leaves contribute equally (~25%). Large and giant leaves are less common (<10%), with micro-type leaves ranging from 1.28% to 5.59%. Leaf morphology shifts with elevation, showing a decline in small leaves at mid-elevation (3000 m) before rising again. Single-leaf species predominate (~76%), though complex leaves increase slightly at higher elevations. Leaf texture also varies, with paper-like leaves being most common (46.03%), followed by thin (29.17%) and leathery (22%) types. The study highlights the adaptability of plant leaf traits to elevation changes in this unique high-mountain oak forest ecosystem.

Legacies of Japanese colonialism in the rhetorical constitution of South Korean national identity

Independence Hall — 2013 — WHE641B989319

South Korean national identity remains deeply influenced by memories of Japanese colonialism, fostering a sustained antagonism towards Japan. This study applies Charland's theory of constitutive rhetoric and reinterprets Billig's banal nationalism to analyze discourses in presidential speeches on Liberation Day and exhibits at Independence Hall. Findings reveal that these narratives perpetuate a national identity inextricably linked to the 'Japanese Other,' demonstrating how historical grievances continue to shape contemporary political rhetoric.

Leishmaniasis transmission in an ecotourism area: potential vectors in Ilha Grande, Rio de Janeiro State, Brazil

Paraty and Ilha Grande – Culture and Biodiversity — 2013 — WHEA459A145AE

A study on Ilha Grande, a popular ecotourism destination in Brazil's Rio de Janeiro State, reveals concerning findings about leishmaniasis transmission. Researchers identified five sand fly species as potential vectors for the disease, including Lutzomyia (Nyssomyia) intermedia and L. migonei, with the latter showing a high natural infection rate (10.3%) by Leishmania (Viannia) sp., likely L. (V.) braziliensis. The presence of L. (Lutzomyia) longipalpis, linked to visceral leishmaniasis, and L. (N.) flaviscutellata, associated with diffuse cutaneous leishmaniasis, was also confirmed in peridomestic areas. The study highlights the epidemiological significance of these vectors, particularly for tourists visiting Ilha Grande, and emphasizes the need for health education to mitigate disease burden.

Les auteurs

Dougga / Thugga — 2013 — WHE46B1A88D15

This publication highlights the contributions of two prominent scholars, Samir Aounallah and Okko Behrends, to the study of Dougga (Thugga). Aounallah, a researcher at the Institut National du Patrimoine in Tunisia, focuses on archaeological and epigraphic studies of the region, particularly the Cap Bon area, with notable works including 'Pagus et Civitas Siviritani' and 'Pagus, castellum et civitas'. His research delves into the organization and history of villages and cities in ancient Africa. Behrends, an emeritus professor from the University of Göttingen, brings a broader perspective on the cultural landscapes of North Africa. The publication aims to synthesize their expertise, offering insights into the historical and cultural layers of Dougga, a site that reflects the complex interactions between Roman and Berber traditions. Through epigraphic analysis and historical reconstruction, this work contributes significantly to our understanding of the region's ancient urban development.

Les développements architecturaux à Leptis Magna pendant l'époque sévérienne (193 – 235)

Archaeological Site of Leptis Magna — 2013 — WHE7F82CBA764

Leptis Magna, under the rule of Emperor Septimius Severus (193–235 AD), experienced unprecedented architectural development that transformed it into a symbol of Roman power and prestige. This study reveals how Severus's native city became a showcase for imperial ideology through grand monuments, reflecting both local identity and broader Romanization trends. The research analyzes the urban fabric, aesthetic components, and socio-political significance of these structures, uncovering their role in reinforcing imperial authority while benefiting Rome economically. By comparing architectural patterns and artistic production, the study highlights Leptis Magna's unique position as a bridge between African and Roman cultures during this pivotal period.

Les enjeux et les voies de la conservation et de la « patrimonialisation » des architectures anciennes du Mali et du Nigéria : Djenné, Kano, Sukur et Ushafa

Sukur Cultural Landscape — 2013 — WHE3717A4AA36

A critical analysis of the challenges and pathways for preserving ancient architectures in West Africa reveals that socio-political dynamics significantly influence conservation efforts. The study identifies key factors that either facilitate or hinder the safeguarding of heritage sites, including Djenné (Mali), Kano, Sukur, and Ushafa (Nigeria). These factors range from political will to community engagement, economic pressures, and environmental degradation. The research employs a comparative approach, examining how these dynamics manifest across different cultural landscapes, with a particular focus on the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Sukur. It underscores the need for integrated strategies that balance preservation with sustainable development, offering insights applicable to similar contexts globally.

Les Hospitaliers

Crac des Chevaliers and Qal’at Salah El-Din — 2013 — WHEBA94FFD450

The Order of the Knights Hospitaller, originating from a hospital founded in Jerusalem in the 11th century, evolved into a powerful military-religious order. Initially dedicated to caring for pilgrims and providing medical aid, it transitioned into a military role by the 12th century, defending the Holy Land and Latin states with formidable fortresses like Crac des Chevaliers. The order's strategic resources were bolstered by a vast network of houses in Western Christendom, enabling its military campaigns across the Levant and Iberian Peninsula. Displaced from the Holy Land after the fall of Acre in 1291, it relocated to Cyprus, Rhodes, and ultimately Malta, where it continues its charitable legacy today.

Les milieux fluviaux et humides en ville, du déni à la reconnaissance de paysages urbains historiques

Historic Site of Lyon — 2013 — WHEBA6F1C72DB

Urban water landscapes, once marginalized, now hold significant cultural and ecological value, reflecting a shift from historical neglect to modern patrimonialization. This study identifies the evolving societal relationships with fluvial and wetland environments in Western cities over the past four decades, highlighting their transition into coveted heritage assets. Using a geohistorical, diachronic approach, researchers analyzed multiple cities in the Paris Basin (Amiens, Bourges, Châlons-en-Champagne, Évreux, Orléans, Tours, Troyes) to theorize temporal and spatial dynamics of water-related urban landscapes. Findings reveal that these environments are intrinsically linked to urban heritage, shaped by historical processes and sociocultural conditions. The study underscores the growing civic appreciation for water landscapes, paralleled by urban development projects aimed at aesthetic and functional requalification.