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Vescular Arbuscular Mycorrhiza Diversity and Morphotypes, from Different Land Use of the Serengeti National Park, Tanzania

Serengeti National Park — 2013 — WHE91BC96BAB1

Research on Vesicular Arbuscular Mycorrhiza (VAM) fungi in the Serengeti National Park, Tanzania, reveals distinct differences in VAM diversity and morphotypes across various land use types. The study identified four dominant genera—Scutellospora, Glomus, Acaulospora, and Gigaspora—with Scutellospora being the most abundant, followed by Glomus and Acaulospora, while Gigaspora was the least prevalent. These variations were linked to soil parameters like pH, which ranged from 5.59 to 7.49 across different land use types. Notably, two main VAM morphotypes were observed: Arum-type (57%) and Paris-type (40%), with a small proportion of undifferentiated morphotypes (3%). The Arum-type was dominant in fast-growing woodland vegetation, suggesting its importance for reforestation efforts, whereas the Paris-type was more suited to slow-growing plants in grasslands. This study highlights the ecological significance of VAM fungi in savannah ecosystems and their potential role in vegetation dynamics.

Vestigios del recurso costero en el sitio arqueológico de Teopancazco, Teotihuacan, Estado de México

Pre-Hispanic City of Teotihuacan — 2013 — WHED5EC2ADACE

Archaeological evidence from Teopancazco, a peripheral neighborhood of the ancient city of Teotihuacán, challenges the long-held assumption that pre-Hispanic inhabitants had limited access to coastal resources. The study identifies multiple fish species, including bobo mullet (Joturus pichardi), red snapper (Lutjanus sp), common snook (Centropomus sp), mojarra (Diapterus sp), and barracuda (Sphyraena barracuda), preserved in the archaeological context. This discovery suggests that Teotihuacans not only had access to but also valued coastal resources, contradicting previous notions about their dietary preferences. The research synthesizes findings from prior studies on ichthyofauna capture, preparation, and use, providing a comprehensive overview of marine resource exploitation in this central Mexican plateau setting.

Visions of Tiwanaku

Tiwanaku: Spiritual and Political Centre of the Tiwanaku Culture — 2013 — WHE367FF3F83D

The enigmatic site of Tiwanaku, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in the Andes, has long defied conventional models of early cities and states. This volume, 'Visions of Tiwanaku,' presents diverse perspectives from senior scholars on the nature and significance of this ancient center. By examining artifacts and ruins across the southern Andes, researchers challenge existing interpretations, offering new insights into its role as a spiritual and political hub for over 500 years. The collection spans offerings to the departed in distant regions to the weathered ruins near the site, providing a nuanced understanding that bridges archaeology, history, and cultural studies.

Visual assessment of San Antonio Franciscan Mission churches in San Antonio for sustainable cultural heritage tourism

San Antonio Missions — 2013 — WHE51D5473410

A visual assessment of the San Antonio Franciscan Mission churches reveals their significant historical and architectural value, serving as well-preserved examples of Spain's influence during its 18th-century territorial expansion. This study highlights the importance of these mission compounds, located along the San Antonio River, in promoting sustainable cultural heritage tourism. The assessment provides a foundational understanding for further structural analyses, aiming to inform conservation efforts that could potentially boost regional tourism and economic growth if the missions are designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The research employs visual evaluation techniques to evaluate the condition and safety of these historic structures, offering insights crucial for their preservation and maintenance.

Visual Othering. 1100-1200. Einleitung

Vézelay, Church and Hill — 2013 — WHEA30BC58D16

This issue of FKW // Zeitschrift Für Geschlechterforschung Und Visuelle Kultur explores the production of Otherness in 12th-century European art and literature, revealing how visual representations reinforced social hierarchies. Contributions analyze the depiction of Muslims on Romanesque church facades, Jews at Vézelay Abbey and on the Ebstorf map, armed women, and the fluid boundaries of humanity in Marie de France’s Eliduc. The study employs interdisciplinary methods, integrating art history, literary analysis, and gender studies to dissect visual and textual strategies that constructed difference. Review essays further contextualize these findings within broader medieval European discourses on gender, sexuality, and monstrosity.

Volcanic and proud of it – Auckland, New Zealand

Tongariro National Park — 2013 — WHE454D89D3C9

New Zealand's North Island is characterized by a dynamic geological landscape, featuring young volcanoes and the Taupo volcanic zone—a chain of large, active calderas that extends into the Pacific Ocean. This region, home to Tongariro National Park (a UNESCO World Heritage Site), presents both risks and benefits: while it poses significant volcanic threats—with recent eruptions in 2012 (Tongariro) and 2007 (Ruapehu)—it also supports geothermal energy plants that generate 20% of the North Island's electricity. The study highlights the interplay between geological activity, cultural heritage, and sustainable energy development, emphasizing how these volcanic systems shape both natural hazards and economic opportunities in New Zealand.

War and Peace: War Memories and Museums in Japan

Hiroshima Peace Memorial (Genbaku Dome) — 2013 — WHECF097C90E0

This research reveals that Japan's wartime memory is more complex than the traditional 'victim-victimiser' narrative suggests, highlighting how lesser-known museums present diverse perspectives on Japan's controversial past. By analyzing institutions such as the Chiran Peace Museum for Kamikaze Pilots and the Showakan in Okinawa, the study demonstrates how the concept of 'peace' is recast to legitimize various wartime experiences. This approach challenges dominant discourses by engaging with nuanced representations of war memory in public spaces, offering a more comprehensive understanding of Japan's historical narratives.

Warsaw’s Poniatowski Viaduct

Historic Centre of Warsaw — 2013 — WHEB85A51D436

Warsaw’s Poniatowski Viaduct stands as the world's first elevated urban expressway, embodying the visionary ideals of early 20th-century urban planning movements like Städtebau and City Beautiful. This monumental structure, designed by architect Stefan Szyller, overcame Warsaw's unique topography to connect a bridgehead with the upper town using an unprecedented scale of reinforced concrete and steel arches. Beyond its engineering innovation, the viaduct symbolized Poland’s cultural reassertion during Russian occupation, blending functional necessity with Renaissance-inspired architectural grandeur.

Water on a Mission: The Acequias of San Antonio

San Antonio Missions — 2013 — WHE7E74B5BFAA

Spanish colonists' survival in San Antonio hinged on the ingenious use of acequias—ancient irrigation channels that channeled water from the San Antonio River to sustain missions and settlements. These systems, dating back to the 18th century, not only supported agriculture but also became a cornerstone of the region's cultural and economic landscape. The study examines how the acequias integrated traditional Spanish water management techniques with local environmental knowledge, creating a resilient infrastructure that endured for centuries. By analyzing historical records and hydraulic principles, researchers highlight the acequias' dual role as both an engineering marvel and a symbol of cultural adaptation in colonial Texas.

Water Quality and Wet Season Diatom Assemblage Characteristics from the Tamiami Trail Pilot Swales Sites (Everglades National Park, Florida, USA)

Everglades National Park — 2013 — WHE7E8BD3FE00

A study of the Tamiami Trail Pilot Swales Sites in Everglades National Park revealed that diatom assemblages were unexpectedly diverse, with 127 taxa identified across 40 samples, and exhibited significant spatial heterogeneity. This diversity was particularly pronounced near dense vegetation downstream of culverts, suggesting a transitional assemblage influenced by propagule input from the canal and surrounding areas. Water chemistry showed fluctuations in response to precipitation and hydrological events, with differences among sites becoming more apparent during low canal stages. The study proposes that this transitional diatom assemblage could serve as a sensitive indicator of environmental changes related to proposed Tamiami Trail modifications.

Water Quality of High-Altitude Lakes in the Sagarmatha (Everest) National Park, Nepal

Sagarmatha National Park — 2013 — WHEF11AB9FFF6

A three-year study (2008–2010) of high-altitude lakes in Sagarmatha National Park, Nepal—including Gokyo, Imja, and Pyramid Lakes—revealed that while water quality remains generally suitable for drinking according to WHO and Nepal standards, signs of degradation are emerging. Key indicators such as nitrate nitrogen and total phosphorus show increasing trends, suggesting potential impacts from tourism or environmental changes. This research provides a critical baseline dataset for managing these pristine lakes and assessing long-term ecological shifts in one of the world's most iconic World Heritage Sites.

Water surface temperature profiles for the Rhine River derived from Landsat ETM+ data

Upper Middle Rhine Valley — 2013 — WHEE6E5B77331

Research demonstrates that satellite-derived water surface temperature (RST) profiles can effectively complement in situ measurements along the Upper and Middle Rhine River, enabling the detection of longitudinal temperature gradients and heat discharges. By applying atmospheric correction methods—ATCOR2 and the Atmospheric Correction Parameter Calculator—to Landsat ETM+ thermal infrared data, the study achieved a mean accuracy of 0.5 ± 0.7°C compared to ground measurements. This approach addresses challenges like cloud cover, shadowing, and mixed pixel effects, providing a systematic tool for river temperature monitoring. The findings highlight the potential of remote sensing to improve water quality assessments in UNESCO-listed sites like the Rhine Valley.

Wealth, Status, Ritual, and Marine Shell at Casas Grandes, Chihuahua, Mexico

Archaeological Zone of Paquimé, Casas Grandes — 2013 — WHE9902CE10EA

A groundbreaking analysis of the vast marine shell deposits at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Paquimé (Casas Grandes) challenges conventional interpretations, proposing that these shells were not merely symbols of wealth or trade but served as repositories of supernatural power integral to the site's ritual system. The study argues that the extensive shell hoards, along with other features such as reservoirs and water shrines, functioned as 'animate objects' within a materialist perspective, central to the community's spiritual practices. This interpretation shifts the focus from economic or status-related explanations to the role of these artifacts in ceremonial contexts, offering a novel framework for understanding the site's significance during its prehistoric occupation.

Weimar Thought

Bauhaus and its Sites in Weimar, Dessau and Bernau — 2013 — WHE1235717EEE

Weimar Thought offers a comprehensive exploration of the intellectual and cultural transformations during the Weimar Republic (1918–1933), revealing how interdisciplinary discourses—spanning sociology, psychology, law, philosophy, theology, science, aesthetics, literature, and film—responded to societal crises. The volume highlights the tension between continuity and rupture, demonstrating how Weimar-era thinkers grappled with modernity's challenges through innovative yet fragmented approaches. Key contributions include analyses of Max Weber’s legacy in political theory, the crisis of neo-Kantianism, and the secularization of imagery, alongside critiques of aesthetic fundamentalism and film theory. Methodologically, the work synthesizes archival research, textual analysis, and theoretical frameworks to trace the epoch's intellectual trajectory, ultimately underscoring Weimar culture as both a precursor and victim of National Socialist ideology.

West Germany

Aachen Cathedral — 2013 — WHE95CB5C9E33

Aachen Cathedral stands as a monumental testament to the enduring legacy of the Holy Roman Empire, symbolizing Germany's cultural and political unity from its inception under Charlemagne in the 8th century to its dissolution during Napoleon's era. The cathedral's intricate stonework preserves the memory of this empire, which spanned nearly a millennium with fluctuating boundaries. This historical narrative is further echoed in the 'Emperors Hall' within Frankfurt City Hall, where portraits of successive emperors adorn the walls. The study highlights how architectural and historical artifacts serve as tangible links to Germany's complex past, bridging its identity as a 'germanic' nation with its Roman influences.

Western Anatolia before Troy. Proto-Urbanisation in the 4th Millennium BC?

Archaeological Site of Troy — 2013 — WHEA46A871624

Recent archaeological research in western Anatolia, including the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Troy, has revealed significant socio-cultural developments during the 4th millennium BC that challenge traditional narratives about proto-urbanization. The international symposium 'Western Anatolia before Troy' brought together experts to analyze new data, highlighting previously neglected periods between the Neolithic and Early Bronze Age. Findings suggest the emergence of regional and supra-regional centers of importance in western Anatolia, with implications for understanding the broader context of the Balkans, Marmara Sea, Greek mainland, and Crete. This research, supported by the ERC project 'Prehistoric Anatolia,' aims to bridge gaps in knowledge and provide insights into the complex transitions that preceded the rise of Troy.

Which Environmental Factors Predict Seasonal Variation in the Coral Health of Acropora digitifera and Acropora spicifera at Ningaloo Reef?

Ningaloo Coast — 2013 — WHE77449CC03F

Research at Ningaloo Reef reveals that high sea surface temperatures during extreme events, such as La Niña, may reduce metabolic rates in coral hosts, potentially mitigating thermal stress. The study found that optimal metabolic values for Acropora digitifera and Acropora spicifera occur at 26-28°C, coinciding with lower autotrophic indices (chlorophyll a and zooxanthellae density). During the La Niña event in summer 2011, corals shifted feeding modes, relying more on water column plankton concentrations. The study analyzed metabolic indices, energy levels, and autotrophic indices across six stations during typical seasons and the extreme event, correlating them with 15 physico-chemical factors to identify predictors of coral health.

White-lipped peccary home-range size in a protected area and farmland in the central Brazilian grasslands

Cerrado Protected Areas: Chapada dos Veadeiros and Emas National Parks — 2013 — WHE5672DB68E3

White-lipped peccaries (Tayassu pecari) require expansive home ranges to persist, yet their adaptability to heterogeneous landscapes remains poorly understood. This study reveals that 13 groups of white-lipped peccaries in the Emas National Park and surrounding farmland exhibited average home-range sizes of 790–8,659 ha, with no correlation to group size or monitoring duration. Home ranges were significantly larger during the wet season than the dry season, likely due to seasonal landscape dynamics, including crop plantations. While peccaries thrived in this mixed-use environment, their overlap with agricultural areas poses conservation challenges, particularly from sugarcane expansion and crop damage conflicts. These findings underscore the need for targeted strategies to mitigate human-wildlife interactions while preserving critical habitats.

Widerstand politischer Gefangener auf Robben Island

Robben Island — 2013 — WHEDBDD7DEFAD

Political prisoners on Robben Island demonstrated remarkable resilience through strategic resistance, as revealed by an analysis of their autobiographical texts. This study highlights the psychological and social tactics employed to cope with imprisonment under apartheid, offering insights into the enduring human spirit in adversity. By examining personal accounts, researchers uncovered patterns of defiance, solidarity, and mental endurance that challenge historical narratives, providing a nuanced understanding of resistance beyond physical confinement.

Willa Cather, Edith Lewis, and Collaboration: The Southwestern Novels of the 1920s and Beyond

Mesa Verde National Park — 2013 — WHE5A3EE2F1D3

Recent scholarship challenges the long-held perception of Willa Cather as a solitary, Romantic author by revealing her close collaboration with Edith Lewis, her partner for nearly four decades. Analysis of letters, manuscripts, and other archival materials demonstrates that Lewis played a significant role in Cather's creative process, particularly in the development of two Southwestern novels: The Professor’s House (1925) and Death Comes for the Archbishop (1927). Their shared experiences, including visits to Mesa Verde National Park in 1915 and research trips in New Mexico in 1925, directly influenced these works. This study shifts the narrative away from Cather’s isolationist image, instead positioning her as part of a collaborative dynamic that shaped her most celebrated fiction.