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Atmospheric Particulate Pollutants and their Relationship with Meteorology in Ahmedabad

Historic City of Ahmadabad — 2010 — WHEE28FB3CE1D

Ahmedabad, India's historic city, faces significant air pollution challenges with particulate matter (PM) levels consistently exceeding national standards. A four-year study (2005–2008) revealed that suspended particulate matter (SPM) and PM10 concentrations ranged from 66.0 to 786.0 µg/m³ and 17.0 to 327.0 µg/m³, respectively, with seasonal variations showing higher pollution during summer and lower levels during the monsoon. Rainfall demonstrated a significant negative correlation with pollutant levels, while other meteorological factors like humidity, temperature, and wind speed were also analyzed. The Air Quality Index (AQI) fluctuated between 25 and 193.3, often placing the city in the 'moderately polluted to unhealthy' range. Despite a gradual decline in pollutant concentrations, levels remained just above permissible limits set by regulatory bodies.

Australia's Destination Image Among Mainland Chinese Travelers: an Exploratory Study

Sydney Opera House — 2010 — WHE18ECFA62E1

Mainland Chinese travelers perceive Australia primarily as a relaxing holiday destination, with iconic attractions such as the Sydney Opera House and Great Barrier Reef shaping its cognitive image. A study using multi-faceted image assessment (MIA) found no significant differences in cognitive or affective perceptions between past visitors and non-visitors, though past visitors provided richer sensory details. Key features included Australia's natural environment, wildlife like kangaroos and koalas, and vast landscapes, while cultural heritage was less emphasized. The research highlights the importance of sensory experiences in destination marketing.

Autochthonous visceral leishmaniasis in Brasília, Federal District, Brazil

Brasilia — 2010 — WHEF4335B4F65

A retrospective analysis confirms that visceral leishmaniasis is endemic in Brasília, Federal District, Brazil. The study identified 21 autochthonous human cases between 2005 and 2009, predominantly affecting children (12/21) and residents of the Sobradinho region (16/21). Key findings included the presence of Lutzomyia longipalpis sandflies and positive Leishmania serology in dogs across 19 neighborhoods where human cases occurred. The typical clinical presentation—fever, hepatosplenomegaly, and pancytopenia—was observed in 67% of cases, with three fatalities reported. Leishmania (Leishmania) chagasi was isolated from one human and twelve canine cases, reinforcing the disease's autochthonous nature.

Baroque Disruptions in Val Di Noto, Sicily*

Late Baroque Towns of the Val di Noto (South-Eastern Sicily) — 2010 — WHE5F579F9E1A

Two earthquakes, nearly three centuries apart, reshaped the Val di Noto region in southeastern Sicily, leading to distinct architectural and socio-political transformations. Following the 1693 earthquake, local inhabitants rebuilt their towns in a unique Baroque style, reflecting both aesthetic innovation and resilience. The 1990 quake prompted efforts to restore crumbling landscapes, which later evolved into collective resistance against an oil company threatening these restored sites. This study applies Michel Serres's theory of the 'parasite' to interpret earthquakes as disruptions that hybridized human-environment relationships, producing both architectural and political mobilizations. The research combines historical analysis with theoretical frameworks to illustrate how natural disasters and subsequent human responses can redefine cultural landscapes and social dynamics.

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Paris, Banks of the Seine — 2010 — WHE94CBA312C6

An innovative augmented reality (AR) installation on the Seine River, 'Bateau Ivre,' demonstrated how real-time image processing could transform public perception of urban landscapes. By projecting non-realistic visual effects—such as contouring and particle systems—onto Paris's riverbanks from a moving boat, the project offered an alternative to traditional tourist views, immersing viewers in a surreal, artistic experience accessible without specialized equipment. The study highlighted AR's potential as a mobile outdoor medium, blending technology with art while engaging large audiences through nightly video projections. This approach challenges conventional representations of World Heritage Sites by integrating dynamic, non-realistic elements into the viewing experience.

Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis and the Collapse of Anuran Species Richness and Abundance in the Upper Manu National Park, Southeastern Peru

Manú National Park — 2010 — WHE7A8A1BB0B3

A dramatic decline of 47% in frog species richness and abundance was observed between 1999 and 2008-2009 in the Upper Manu National Park, Peru, with stream-dwelling and arboreal species experiencing a 55% reduction compared to terrestrial-breeding species. This collapse correlates with the emergence of the fungal pathogen Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis (Bd), suggesting its arrival between 1999 and 2007. Researchers used visual surveys along an elevational gradient (1200-3700 m) to compare species richness and abundance across three wet seasons, revealing significant declines in both metrics, particularly among stream-dwelling and arboreal frogs. The findings indicate Bd's potential role in driving amphibian extinctions in this biodiversity hotspot, a UNESCO World Heritage Site with high endemic amphibian diversity.

Before Auschwitz: The Formation of the Nazi Concentration Camps, 1933-9

Auschwitz Birkenau German Nazi Concentration and Extermination Camp (1940-1945) — 2010 — WHE83D3A866C1

Nazi concentration camps, pioneered between 1933 and 1939, emerged as the most notorious symbol of state terror under the Third Reich, driven by extreme nationalism, bio-politics, and racial antisemitism. These camps, operated by the SS, subjected millions to systematic humiliation, forced labor, disease, and mass murder, with around two million prisoners perishing—including one million Jews during the Holocaust. Auschwitz-Birkenau, the largest and deadliest of these camps, became its most infamous example. The study examines the formation and evolution of these camps, highlighting their role in the regime's atrocities before its collapse in 1945.

Behavioral responses of lynx to declining snowshoe hare abundance

Kluane / Wrangell-St. Elias / Glacier Bay / Tatshenshini-Alsek — 2010 — WHEA1D4E352D7

Lynx (Lynx canadensis) exhibit significant behavioral changes in response to declining snowshoe hare (Lepus americanus) abundance, particularly below 0.5 hares per hectare, where they abandon established home ranges and adopt nomadic behavior. Research conducted between 1982 and 1984 in the Kluane Game Sanctuary, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Kluane / Wrangell-St. Elias / Glacier Bay / Tatshenshini-Alsek, revealed that lynx increase their foraging effort curvilinearly with decreasing hare abundance, traveling up to 5.5 km per day when hare density drops below 0.2 hares per hectare. Notably, three lynx dispersed over 250 km from the study area during periods of rapid hare decline, a pattern not observed after hare densities stabilized. The study also highlighted the importance of wilderness refugia in maintaining lynx populations, as trapping mortality outside protected areas was high, with one lynx likely succumbing to starvation.

Bergmanns's size cline in New Zealand marine spray zone spiders (Araneae: Anyphaenidae: Amaurobioides)

New Zealand Sub-Antarctic Islands — 2010 — WHE91EA4C5C73

Research on marine spray zone spiders (Amaurobioides) around New Zealand reveals a significant Bergmann's size cline, where spider body length and mass increase with cooler temperatures and higher latitudes. This pattern, observed in both the North Island and northern South Island populations, suggests an underlying genetic component influencing size variation. The study used Templeton-Crandall-Sing (TCS) analysis of mitochondrial ND1 gene data to identify 13 haplotypes in the northern group, distinct from the southern Amaurobioides maritima species. Independent contrast analyses and regressions confirmed the relationship between body size, mass, latitude, and temperature, providing evidence for adaptive responses to environmental conditions.

Berry production and red-backed voles at Kluane Lake, Yukon Territory

Kluane / Wrangell-St. Elias / Glacier Bay / Tatshenshini-Alsek — 2010 — WHE5AC1CBFD8B

A strong positive correlation (r = 0.92) exists between combined berry production of Empetrum nigrum, Shepherdia canadensis, and Arctostaphylos rubra, and northern red-backed vole densities in the following years. This suggests that nitrogen enrichment from snowshoe hare fecal pellets significantly influences berry production, which in turn supports red-backed vole populations. To test this, researchers applied varying levels of nitrogen (0.5 to 17.5 g N/m²) to plots containing five shrub species at Kluane Lake, Yukon Territory, in 2004 and 2005. Only E. nigrum showed a significant increase in berry production at 1.0 g N/m², likely due to weather conditions in 2005. The study highlights the ecological link between hare cycles, nitrogen enrichment, and vole survival.

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Monasteries of Daphni, Hosios Loukas and Nea Moni of Chios — 2010 — WHEDBB7EDD852

A comprehensive analysis of the Monasteries of Daphni, Hosios Loukas, and Nea Moni of Chios reveals significant insights into their historical, architectural, and cultural significance. The study explores the evolution of Byzantine structures, including the Constantinian Wall's trajectory and its gates, while also delving into the dedicatory verses for the Sacred Arsenal by Andronikos Kamateros. Additionally, it examines the linguistic mechanisms used to define 'Turk' in Byzantine texts and the division of booty in late Byzantium (1204-1453). The research employs a multidisciplinary approach, integrating epigraphic, literary, and historical analyses to uncover the complexities of Byzantine society, architecture, and visual culture. Notably, it sheds light on the relationship between Cod. Paris. gr. 1630 and the traditions of Johannes Malalas and Johannes von Antiochien, as well as the oratorical rhythm in Byzantine discourse.

Beyond nature: The management of a productive cultural landscape in Las Médulas area (El Bierzo, León, Spain) during pre-Roman and Roman times

Las Médulas — 2010 — WHE192ED70366

Research at Las Médulas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site in Spain, reveals the complex interplay between human activity and landscape management during pre-Roman and Roman times. Analysis of plant remains—including seeds, fruits, charcoal, pollen, spores, and non-pollen palynomorphs—from two archaeological sites demonstrates that communities in this region diversified their use of the landscape through agriculture, animal husbandry, and mining. The study highlights how these activities shaped the environment, satisfying multiple needs while leaving a lasting imprint on the cultural landscape.

Bikinis And Other S/Pacifi C N/Oceans (Chapter 2)

Bikini Atoll Nuclear Test Site — 2010 — WHE8D5CA00906

This study reveals that the bikini bathing suit symbolizes both the celebration and erasure of nuclear colonialism, while also distracting from its highly political origins. By analyzing militarist, nuclear, and touristic discourses surrounding Bikini Atoll in the Marshall Islands, the research demonstrates how empires have been constructed through the deformation and violation of Pacific Islander bodies. The bikini's sexualization serves to trivialize Pacific Islanders' experiences, drawing attention away from the colonial dynamics that rendered them invisible during nuclear testing. This approach combines discourse analysis with critical examination of historical and cultural narratives.

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Monasteries of Daphni, Hosios Loukas and Nea Moni of Chios — 2010 — WHE11BB29797A

A comprehensive analysis of the Monasteries of Daphni, Hosios Loukas, and Nea Moni of Chios reveals significant insights into Byzantine architectural, literary, and historical practices. The study explores the spatial dynamics of the Konstantinsmauer between Marmarameer and Bonoszisterne, examining its gates and streets to understand urban planning in late antiquity. It also delves into the dedicatory verses for the Sacred Arsenal by Andronikos Kamateros, found in the Codex Marcianus Graecus 524, providing new perspectives on Byzantine administrative and religious documentation. Additionally, the research investigates the evolution of the term 'Turk' in Byzantine texts, shedding light on linguistic mechanisms that shaped contemporary meanings. The study employs a multidisciplinary approach, integrating epigraphic analysis, literary criticism, and historical chronology to reconstruct the cultural and political landscape of late Byzantium.

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Monasteries of Daphni, Hosios Loukas and Nea Moni of Chios — 2010 — WHE01793B1550

A comprehensive analysis of the Byzantine Empire's linguistic, architectural, and historical landscapes emerges from the 'Bildteil Iliadis,' focusing on the UNESCO World Heritage Sites of Monasteries of Daphni, Hosios Loukas, and Nea Moni of Chios. The study reveals significant insights into the evolution of the term 'Turk' in Byzantine texts, the dating of the Typikon of Lips Monastery, and the division of booty during late Byzantium (1204-1453). It also explores the natural light dynamics in the Church of the Holy Apostles in Thessalonike and examines the relationship between Cod. Paris. gr. 1630 and the traditions of Johannes Malalas and Johannes von Antiochien. The research employs a multidisciplinary approach, integrating epigraphic analysis, textual criticism, and historical documentation to reconstruct Byzantine cultural and political practices.

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Monasteries of Daphni, Hosios Loukas and Nea Moni of Chios — 2010 — WHE4A491B775E

This publication delves into the historical and cultural significance of the Byzantine monasteries of Daphni, Hosios Loukas, and Nea Moni of Chios, offering a multifaceted exploration through various scholarly lenses. It examines the architectural and urban development of Constantinople, particularly focusing on the Constantinian Wall's trajectory and its gates. The study also analyzes dedicatory verses and their historical context, such as those found in the Codex Marcianus Graecus 524, and explores the linguistic evolution defining the term 'Turk' in Byzantine texts. Additionally, it investigates the dating of monastic typikons, the influence of the Menologion on the Vita of Barlaam and Ioasaph, and the natural light dynamics in significant churches like the Church of the Holy Apostles in Thessalonike. The publication further scrutinizes rhetorical patterns in Byzantine oratory and their classical roots, as well as the division of booty in late Byzantium. It also compares models of sacred space in Byzantine visual culture through case studies of monasteries in the Balkans. Epigraphic annotations and the life of Emperor Constantine Palaiologos are also addressed, providing a comprehensive overview of these sites' historical and cultural layers.

Bildteil Voyadjis

Monasteries of Daphni, Hosios Loukas and Nea Moni of Chios — 2010 — WHE6B0F7CCFF9

A comprehensive analysis of the Katholikon of Nea Moni in Chios reveals new insights into its architectural and historical significance, particularly its role as part of the UNESCO-listed monasteries of Daphni, Hosios Loukas, and Nea Moni. The study employs a multidisciplinary approach, integrating art history, archaeology, and epigraphy to uncover details about the monastery's construction phases, decorative elements, and cultural context within Byzantine tradition. Findings highlight the monument's unique blend of architectural innovation and religious symbolism, contributing significantly to the understanding of late Byzantine ecclesiastical architecture.

Biodiversity and biogeography of Southern Ocean pycnogonids

New Zealand Sub-Antarctic Islands — 2010 — WHE80A02F65CF

A distinct and isolated Antarctic pycnogonid shelf fauna, differing from deep-sea, Sub-Antarctic, South American, and New Zealand regions, was identified through analysis of 332 species from 1837 sample locations. The South Shetland Islands emerged as a probable center of radiation for these marine arachnids, with no observed latitudinal gradients in species richness. Multivariate analyses revealed unique biogeographic trends, though the study acknowledges potential shifts with future molecular insights. This research challenges long-standing biogeographic assumptions and underscores the need to integrate classical taxonomy with emerging genetic techniques.

BIODIVERSITY RESEARCH: Turning up the heat: the impacts of Andropogon gayanus (gamba grass) invasion on fire behaviour in northern Australian savannas

Kakadu National Park — 2010 — WHE3A9DF9415F

Andropogon gayanus (gamba grass) invasion significantly alters fire behavior in northern Australian savannas, increasing radiant heat and char height of woody vegetation even at low fire-line intensity. This study quantified changes in fire severity by comparing native grass savanna and invaded sites, using metrics like Byram’s fire-line intensity (If), fuel load, scorch height (SH), and char height (CH). Gamba grass, with its greater biomass (11.6 t ha−1 vs. 3.6 t ha−1 in native grasses) and height (4 m vs. 0.5 m), led to substantially higher CH for a given If, unlike native grass fires. The findings highlight the ecological consequences of gamba grass invasion, which currently covers 10,000–15,000 km² and is projected to expand to 380,000 km², threatening native savanna biota adapted to low-intensity fires.

Biomarker responses and contamination levels in the clam Ruditapes philippinarum for biomonitoring the Lagoon of Venice (Italy)

Venice and its Lagoon — 2010 — WHEEFBBD9E806

A multibiomarker approach revealed consistent contamination levels across the Lagoon of Venice, though specific pollutant classes varied by site. The study used clams (Ruditapes philippinarum) from eight locations to assess exposure to neurotoxic and estrogenic compounds, as well as general stress conditions. Biomarkers such as haemocyte count, lysozyme activity, acetylcholinesterase, vitellogenin-like protein levels, and survival-in-air were analyzed alongside chemical measurements of PCBs, PAHs, DDT metabolites, HCB, and HCH. Palude del Monte emerged as a high-risk area for clam culture due to notable contamination. This integrated method proved effective for biomonitoring the lagoon's environmental health.