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Moraceae da Ilha Grande, Angra dos Reis, Rio de Janeiro, Brasil

Paraty and Ilha Grande – Culture and Biodiversity — 2012 — WHE8F8D0B35A4

Eleven native Moraceae species were identified on Ilha Grande, Angra dos Reis, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, including Brosimum guianense and Ficus gomelleira. The study combined field surveys, scientific collections, and literature reviews to document the island's Moraceae diversity, providing taxonomic keys, descriptions, illustrations, and geographic distribution data for each species. This research contributes to the understanding of the region's flora, particularly within UNESCO-listed Paraty and Ilha Grande, which is recognized for its cultural and biodiversity significance.

Morainal bank progradation and sediment accumulation in Disenchantment Bay, Alaska: Response to advancing Hubbard Glacier

Kluane / Wrangell-St. Elias / Glacier Bay / Tatshenshini-Alsek — 2012 — WHE0DE5ECCAC8

Advancing glaciers can stabilize their termini through the formation of morainal banks, which act as sediment barriers that compensate for changes in water depth at the grounding line. A study of Hubbard Glacier in Alaska's Disenchantment Bay revealed that between 1978 and 2010, both the ice face and morainal bank advanced at an average rate of approximately 34 meters per year, with spatial and temporal variations ranging from 14 to 80 meters per year. This advance was linked to cyclical deposition and gravitational erosion on the proximal slope of the morainal bank, as well as possible ice pushing in areas without recent sedimentation. The study also found that sedimentation rates in the deep basin increased from 0.88 meters per year (1978–1999) to 1.22 meters per year thereafter, suggesting a combined response to glacier advance and sediment dispersal, as well as increased sediment yield from other sources. The research highlights the stabilizing role of morainal banks in advancing marine-terminating glaciers into deep-water fjords.

Morbidity and Mortality

Noel Kempff Mercado National Park — 2012 — WHE1016C3F630

A comprehensive analysis of morbidity and mortality patterns in maned wolves (Chrysocyon brachyurus) within Noel Kempff Mercado National Park reveals critical insights into their health dynamics. The study, conducted by a multidisciplinary team including veterinarians and wildlife experts, identifies key causes of disease and death, such as infections, parasites, and trauma, while also assessing the impact of environmental factors on wolf health. By combining field observations, necropsy data, and pathological examinations from 1982 to 2007, researchers provide a detailed baseline for understanding wild canid health in one of Bolivia's most biodiverse protected areas. This work underscores the importance of long-term monitoring in conserving endangered species like the maned wolf, which faces threats from habitat fragmentation and disease.

More than the Monumental

Memphis and its Necropolis – the Pyramid Fields from Giza to Dahshur — 2012 — WHE0B32D9611B

Community engagement at UNESCO World Heritage Sites (WHS) yields tangible benefits for local populations, as demonstrated by case studies from Memphis and its Necropolis (Egypt), the Wadden Sea (Germany/Netherlands), and Blaenavon Industrial Landscape (UK). The study highlights how participatory conservation programs in Dahshur, Egypt, have combated poverty through sustainable heritage tourism and cultural industries, directly benefiting five local villages. Similarly, WHS designation for the Wadden Sea fostered cross-border cooperation, while Blaenavon's collaborative efforts revitalized its economy, reversed population decline, and created jobs. These findings underscore the transformative potential of community-driven conservation in preserving heritage while enhancing local livelihoods.

Morphodynamic development and sediment budget of the Dutch Wadden Sea over the last century

Wadden Sea — 2012 — WHE062345DC3F

Nearly a century of bathymetric data reveals that the Dutch Wadden Sea, despite extensive human intervention, demonstrates remarkable resilience to rising sea levels and anthropogenic constraints. The study found that large-scale sedimentation—nearly 600 million cubic meters—in tidal basins has occurred, driven primarily by ebb-tidal deltas rather than gradual channel adjustments. While human measures like the closure of the Zuiderzee have significantly altered natural roll-over mechanisms (such as barrier retreat), the Wadden Sea continues to import sediment volumes exceeding those needed to counteract current sea-level rise rates. However, achieving a new equilibrium morphology may require sediment supplies beyond what remaining ebb-tidal deltas can provide. The research leverages long-term measurements to assess morphodynamic evolution and sediment budgets, highlighting both the system's adaptability and vulnerabilities under human influence.

Morphometric Analysis of the Fawn Roundleaf Bat, Hipposideros cervinus (Gould, 1854) (Chiroptera: Hipposideridae), from Several Populations in Sarawak

The Archaeological Heritage of Niah National Park’s Caves Complex — 2012 — WHEB43F297ED9

A morphometric analysis of the Fawn Roundleaf Bat, Hipposideros cervinus, revealed significant morphological variations among three populations in Sarawak, Malaysian Borneo. The study identified canine molar length and ear length as the most distinguishing features, suggesting that habitat types, foraging behavior, and food availability contribute to these differences. Researchers used Discriminant Function Analysis (DFA) on 27 external, cranial, and dental measurements from voucher specimens collected from Kubah National Park, Tubau, and Niah National Park. This analysis highlights the importance of environmental factors in shaping bat morphology.

Morphometric and hydrologic characteristics of alligator holes in Everglades National Park, Florida from 1994 to 2007

Everglades National Park — 2012 — WHE793C93D921

Alligator holes in Everglades National Park serve as critical aquatic refuges, providing stable water sources for alligators and other species regardless of varying hydrologic conditions across the landscape. A study analyzing 50 alligator holes from 1994 to 2007 found that their hydroperiod—how long they retain water—was consistent even when surrounding marsh hydroperiods differed by location or habitat, particularly in Rocky glades. Contrary to expectations, larger holes were not necessarily deeper or less prone to drying out. Researchers used high-resolution digital imagery and field measurements to assess morphometric traits (surface area, depth, circularity) and combined these with hydrological models to evaluate the relationship between hole morphology, habitat, and water dynamics.

Mount Athos: development policies for short-term religious tourism

Mount Athos — 2012 — WHE676B1EA31D

Religious tourism significantly boosts local economic development on Mount Athos, a Christian Orthodox monastic peninsula off Greece's coast. The study highlights how two key activities—day-trip cruises and pilgrimages—contribute to the region's economy despite restrictions on women entering the main monastic area. Cruises, typically lasting three hours, target general tourists, while five-hour pilgrimage voyages allow women to venerate relics from various monasteries. Longitudinal research underscores the economic importance of these activities and proposes policy measures to enhance sustainable development in the broader region.

Multi-resources data based environment assessment of the Grand Canal in Beijing with CEAI model

The Grand Canal — 2012 — WHEE76140C320

A multi-resource data-based environment assessment of the Grand Canal in Beijing reveals that 34% of its area falls under a middle-level environmental category, with overall conditions deteriorating from suburban to urban regions. The study employed GIS and remote sensing (RS) techniques, utilizing SPOT5 imagery from 2006 to create a raster database of land use and vegetation coverage. By integrating heritage and ecological parameters, researchers developed a model using ArcGIS 9.3 that synthesized environmental conditions—correlating natural factors, economic development, and human impact—to evaluate the canal's state. This approach offers a scalable framework for assessing other sections of the Grand Canal across provinces, supporting sustainable management, protection, and potential UNESCO World Heritage Site designation.

Multilocus analysis of nucleotide variation inDrosophila madeirensis, an endemic species of the Laurisilva forest in Madeira

Laurisilva of Madeira — 2012 — WHE6FA8978E06

A multilocus analysis reveals that Drosophila madeirensis, an endemic species of Madeira's Laurisilva forest, exhibits nucleotide variation levels similar to those of its closely related Palearctic counterpart, Drosophila subobscura. Despite coexisting in Madeira, no significant introgression was detected between the two species. The study analyzed six genomic regions distributed along the O(3) inversion, which is monomorphic in D. madeirensis but extinct in D. subobscura due to the emergence of derived arrangements (O(ST) and O(3+4)). Notably, purifying selection against deleterious nonsynonymous mutations appears less effective in D. madeirensis, with a frequency spectrum skewed towards rare variants.

Mummies and skeletons from the Coptic monastery complex Deir el-Bachit in Thebes-West, Egypt

Ancient Thebes with its Necropolis — 2012 — WHEBF94933DFE

Research on human remains from the Coptic monastery complex Deir el-Bachit in Thebes-West, Egypt, reveals significant social stratification during the Late Antiquity period (6th to early 10th century AD). Analysis of 26 individuals—22 excavated directly at the necropolis and four special burials found elsewhere—showed distinct categories: 'mummified' remains, likely due to ritualistic practices involving bitumen, a substance no longer commonly used during that era; and 'skeletonised' remains. Among the special burials, a three-year-old child was found enclosed within a wall, while a juvenile or young adult female, possibly pregnant, exhibited signs of violent trauma, including an intravital skull fracture and a six-month-old foetus. This suggests she was not contemporary to the monastery's active period but was later deposited in the area.

Museum Plantin-Moretus MS of Glossaries

Plantin-Moretus House-Workshops-Museum Complex — 2012 — WHE567A4021A6

A previously unexamined manuscript of glossaries housed at the Plantin-Moretus House-Workshops-Museum Complex in Antwerp, Belgium, reveals new insights into 19th-century lexicography and industrial publishing. The manuscript, dating from the late 1800s, contains technical terms related to printing, binding, and paper production, offering a rare glimpse into the specialized vocabulary of the Plantin family's influential publishing firm. Analysis suggests the glossaries were likely compiled for internal use or training purposes, providing evidence of the firm's systematic approach to knowledge management during its peak period of innovation in typography and book production.

Music and Ceremonial at British Coronations

Palace of Westminster and Westminster Abbey including Saint Margaret’s Church — 2012 — WHEAB427485CF

British coronations, the grandest state occasions, have been shaped significantly by music, a role that has remained consistent from 1603 to the present. This comprehensive study reconstructs the musical programs of sixteen English and two Scottish coronations held in Westminster Abbey, uncovering newly discovered primary sources that reveal performance practices and historical contexts. The research demonstrates how ceremonial requirements influenced the structure and execution of music, providing fresh insights into these traditions. By placing these ceremonies within their political backdrop and examining the concept of 'invented traditions,' the study offers a multifaceted understanding of coronation rituals. It serves as an invaluable resource for musicologists, historians, and performers alike.

Music at the Gonzaga Court in Mantua

Mantua and Sabbioneta — 2012 — WHE46B13C667E

Mantua, under the patronage of the Gonzaga family from the late 15th to early 17th century, emerged as a pioneering center for secular music theatre and opera. The court's performance of Poliziano's Fabula di Orfeo around 1480 marked the beginning of musical integration within drama, predating Florence's opera by a century and Monteverdi's La favola d'Orfeo, which premiered at Mantua in 1607. During Duke Vincenzo I's reign (1587–1612), Mantua became the foremost hub for opera development, hosting notable composers like Monteverdi, Salamone Rossi, Wert, and Gastoldi. Donald C. Sanders' analysis explores this cultural flourishing, linking musical composition to the court's visual artistry while tracing the Gonzaga family's political influence across Europe. The study bridges history, musicology, and Renaissance/Baroque arts, offering insights for academic courses on opera, madrigal, or liturgical music.

My kingdom in pledge : King Sigismund of Luxemburg's town pledging policy, case studies of Segesd and Bartfa

Bardejov Town Conservation Reserve — 2012 — WHEB42C532822

King Sigismund of Luxemburg's town pledging policy in the Holy Roman Empire significantly altered financial dynamics, leaving his successor nearly insolvent. This study clarifies the practical implications of royal town pledgings through two case studies: Segesd (Somogy County) and Bártfa (Bardejov, Slovakia). Unlike previous research that lacked detailed analysis, this work defines the procedure, impact, and profitability of pledging transactions. Segesd was pledged for a brief period but with lasting effects on its medieval history, while Bártfa's pledging stripped Hungarian kings of tax revenue for decades. The findings reveal the authority pledgees gained and the broader consequences of Sigismund’s financial strategy.

Nanocaecus hlavaci gen. & sp. nov. - first record of the tribe Gnathidiini (Coleoptera: Tenebrionidae: Diaperinae) from the Socotra Archipelago

Socotra Archipelago — 2012 — WHE9DAB6DE4B2

Researchers have identified Nanocaecus hlavaci, a new genus and species of beetle belonging to the tribe Gnathidiini, marking the first record of this group from the Socotra Archipelago. This discovery expands the known biodiversity of the region, highlighting its unique ecological significance. The study employed morphological analysis to distinguish N. hlavaci from related taxa, contributing valuable insights into the taxonomy and distribution of Tenebrionidae beetles in Socotra.

Narrating Instability: Political detouring in Jerusalem

Old City of Jerusalem and its Walls — 2012 — WHE0641832D3A

Palestinian guides in Jerusalem's Old City strategically employ 'political detouring' during guided tours to expose tourists to the injustices of Israeli occupation. By altering tour trajectories and narratives, they challenge conventional tourism practices, using movement and discourse to highlight Palestinian instability. The study reveals how these guides manipulate the dynamic nature of tours to foster solidarity while reflecting on its transformative potential and limitations.

Narrative of a Journey into Persia, in the Suite of the Imperial Russian Embassy, in the Year 1817

Soltaniyeh — 2012 — WHE74B060C207

Moritz von Kotzebue's 'Narrative of a Journey into Persia' provides a unique and detailed account of the social history of 19th-century Persia, particularly focusing on the court of Fath Ali Shah Qajar. The work offers a rare perspective from a Russian embassy member, blending day-to-day observations with astute and witty commentary. Published in both German and English in 1819, it serves as an invaluable resource for understanding the region's cultural and political landscape during that period.

Natural cultural sites of Kenya: changing contexts, changing meanings

Mount Kenya National Park/Natural Forest — 2012 — WHE7EB310B2FE

Kenya's natural cultural sites, once integral to the belief systems of over 40 ethnic groups, have undergone significant changes in meaning and management due to political shifts since the early 1990s and the growing global environmental movement. This study highlights the transformation of four clusters of culturally significant natural sites: the kaya forests along the coast, Mount Kenya and related highland sites, cultural sites around Lake Victoria, and pastoral nomad sites in northern Kenya. While some sites have been destroyed or degraded, others persist, reflecting evolving cultural values and conservation practices. The research traces these changes through historical and contemporary contexts, offering insights into the dynamic relationship between culture, nature, and governance.

Natural interaction in VR environments for Cultural Heritage and its impact inside museums: The Etruscanning project

Etruscan Necropolises of Cerveteri and Tarquinia — 2012 — WHE3968AAAD89

Virtual Reality (VR) applications for cultural heritage often struggle to engage the public effectively. This study introduces a novel approach using natural interaction interfaces based on body movements, inspired by gaming but tailored for VR environments dedicated to cultural heritage. The research, part of the Etruscanning project, focuses on recreating and restoring the original context of Etruscan graves, specifically the Regolini Galassi tomb in Cerveteri's Sorbo necropolis. By defining a new grammar of gestures that facilitates natural interactions between real and virtual worlds, the study aims to enhance user engagement and immersion. Public feedback from museum installations over several months informed iterative improvements to the VR application, leading to more efficient and effective solutions for users.