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Bonaventure and the Maestro di San Francesco

Assisi, the Basilica of San Francesco and Other Franciscan Sites — 2019 — WHEEE477E1954

Research suggests that the artistic decoration of Assisi's Basilica of San Francesco, particularly the scene of St. Francis' stigmatization, may reflect the theological thinking of Bonaventure, a prominent Franciscan leader who visited the site during his tenure as minister general. This finding implies that the artwork could date to after the completion of Bonaventure's influential work, the Legenda Maior. The study also highlights the significance of a large dated crucifix in Perugia, though its direct connection to Bonaventure remains less certain. By analyzing Franciscan art from this period, scholars aim to identify potential influences of Bonaventure's theological ideas on visual representation.

Boots on the Ground: Site-Based Regionality and Creative Practice in the Tasmanian Midlands

Australian Convict Sites — 2019 — WHEED41837A61

This study reveals that cross-disciplinary art and design projects, rooted in specific regional contexts, can effectively articulate complex ecological and cultural narratives while addressing challenges of conservation communication. Focusing on three Tasmanian Midlands projects—Kerry Lodge Archaeology and Art Project, Species Hotel, and The Marathon Project—the research demonstrates how creative practices can bridge gaps between scientific, historical, and community perspectives. By engaging with local histories, biodiversity hotspots, and colonial legacies, these projects highlight the potential of small-scale, ephemeral interventions to shape regional identity and foster sustainable land management. The study also examines institutional challenges in place-based research, emphasizing the need for long-term, iterative approaches that integrate diverse voices and stakeholders.

Border Communities at the Edge of the Roman Empire

Frontiers of the Roman Empire — 2019 — WHECE679CF449

A systematic analysis of archaeological remains in the ancient civitas Cananefatium, located between the Lower Rhine and Meuse rivers in present-day South Holland, Netherlands, reveals significant insights into the formation and evolution of a border community during Roman times. This study provides an unprecedented overview of how the Roman state influenced local administrative regions, highlighting interactions among urban, military, and rural communities along the empire's frontiers. By examining spatial patterns, material culture, and social structures, researchers have uncovered nuanced differences between this region and other border areas, offering a deeper understanding of Roman governance and its impact on peripheral societies.

Brazilian Archisotoma Linnaniemi (Collembola, Isotomidae), with description of a new species from an oceanic atoll

Brazilian Atlantic Islands: Fernando de Noronha and Atol das Rocas Reserves — 2019 — WHEE76544599C

A new species of Collembola, Archisotoma jariani, has been discovered from the intertidal sand of Atol das Rocas, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and oceanic atoll off Brazil. This marks the first record of this genus in the region, expanding its known distribution and habitat range. The species belongs to the besselsi group, characterized by small size, specific tibial spurs, maxillary head structure, and trichobothria arrangement on abdominal segment VI. The study provides a taxonomic key for all Brazilian Archisotoma species, contributing to biodiversity documentation in this unique marine environment.

Breathing Life into Monuments of Death

Buddhist Monuments at Sanchi — 2019 — WHE2BBA177339

A groundbreaking analysis reveals that the stupas at Sanchi and their associated relic cults represent complex architectural manifestations of the 'Buddha body,' with their potency amplified by intersecting Indic religio-cosmogonic symbologies. The study demonstrates that stupa construction was not only a ritual practice but also played a pivotal role in early forms of land ownership and tenure, challenging existing theories on monasticism, urbanization, and courtly urban ideology. By integrating landscape patterns, monastery settlement data, and lesser-known datasets like monastic rock-shelters—previously linked to hunter-gatherer populations—the research paints a nuanced picture of the social environment that nurtured early Buddhist communities in central India.

Breeding season and life history of Lingula anatina after settlement in Amami-Oshima Island, Kagoshima, Japan

Amami-Oshima Island, Tokunoshima Island, Northern part of Okinawa Island, and Iriomote Island — 2019 — WHE3BF259CE56

Research on Lingula anatina, a threatened brachiopod species in Japan, reveals its breeding season spans from summer to early autumn, longer than previously documented for other populations. The study, conducted in Kasari Bay, Amami-Oshima Island, Kagoshima, used gonad index measurements and seasonal size distribution analysis to track life history traits post-settlement. Findings indicate that settlement occurs in winter after a planktonic stage, with maturity reached within two or three years. Longevity exceeds four years, and the species breeds annually. This study contributes critical insights into the reproductive biology of Lingula anatina, aiding conservation efforts for this endangered species.

Bridgetown, Barbados

Historic Bridgetown and its Garrison — 2019 — WHEF1A47470B6

Bridgetown, Barbados, the capital city nestled along Carlisle Bay's arc, stands as a significant trade hub and tourist destination. Originally constructed on reclaimed swampland, its strategic location has contributed to its prominence in regional commerce and tourism. The publication provides an overview of Bridgetown's historical development, emphasizing its transformation from marshland to a bustling urban center. Key insights include its role as a cultural and economic nexus, shaped by Barbados' colonial past and modern economic activities.

Briófitos epífitos en San Cristóbal de La Laguna

San Cristóbal de La Laguna — 2019 — WHEECE53B02C8

Researchers identified 17 species of epiphytic bryophytes (3 liverworts and 14 mosses) on 28% of trees surveyed across urban areas in San Cristóbal de La Laguna, including plazas and parks. This study highlights the diversity and distribution of bryophytes in urban environments, providing insights into their ecological adaptations and the host plants that support them. The findings contribute to understanding bryophyte biodiversity in urban settings, which is crucial for conservation efforts in World Heritage Sites like San Cristóbal de La Laguna.

Bruno Jacobs. “Das Monument von Bisotun und seine Vorgeschichte”

Bisotun — 2019 — WHE26C03D699A

Bisotun features one of the most significant rock reliefs from the Achaemenid Empire (6th–4th centuries BCE). The relief depicts Darius I, the empire's founder, alongside an inscription detailing his conquests and divine mandate. Bruno Jacobs' study in 'Abstracta Iranica' explores the monument's historical context, its artistic significance, and its role in Achaemenid propaganda. By analyzing the relief's iconography and inscriptions, Jacobs provides insights into the political and religious narratives of the period. The research contributes to understanding the Achaemenid Empire's cultural and historical legacy, particularly through its monumental art and inscriptions.

Bryophyte molecular barcoding records

Putorana Plateau — 2019 — WHE9B9B2688A4

Molecular barcoding of bryophytes has revealed significant range extensions for four species, challenging established distribution records. Brachythecium baicalense was confirmed beyond the Altai’s Listvyaga Range, while Brachythecium irinae extended its known habitat to the West Taimyr and Putorana Plateau. Additionally, Schistidium grandirete and Schistidium tenuinerve were documented in Yakutia’s Indigirka River basin and the North Urals, respectively. This study leveraged DNA barcoding to identify bryophyte species with high precision, providing critical data for understanding their ecological distribution and conservation status. The findings underscore the importance of molecular techniques in refining biodiversity records, particularly in remote or understudied regions like the Putorana Plateau.

Bryophytes as a bioindicator for atmospheric deposition in different coastal habitats (a case study in the Russian sector of the Curonian Spit, South-Eastern Baltic)

Curonian Spit — 2019 — WHE59BFD8DE78

Atmospheric deposition of trace elements, including iron (Fe), manganese (Mn), nickel, zinc (Zn), strontium (Sr), rubidium (Rb), bromine (Br), and calcium (Ca), varies significantly in moss across different coastal habitats of the Russian sector of the Curonian Spit. This variation is influenced by wind transport, marine aerosols, and leaching from plant residues, as revealed through correlation and principal component analysis. The study highlights bryophytes' potential as bioindicators for environmental monitoring, with contamination factors calculated to assess elemental accumulation. X-ray fluorescence spectrometry was used to analyze moss samples, providing insights into the complex interactions between natural and anthropogenic factors in coastal ecosystems.

Bryophytes of Serra da Capivara National Park, Piauí, Brazil

Serra da Capivara National Park — 2019 — WHE70201DBC7C

A bryofloristic survey of Serra da Capivara National Park, located in the Caatinga biome of Brazil, identified 62 species of bryophytes, including mosses, hepatics, and a hornwort. The study revealed that about 60% of these species have broad distributions across Brazil, while others exhibit moderate or restricted distributions. Notably, 22 species were recorded for the first time in the Caatinga biome, 34 in the state of Piauí, and two in the Northeast Region of Brazil. This survey underscores the significance of Serra da Capivara National Park as a critical area for bryophyte conservation, highlighting the importance of continued floristic inventories in Brazil to better understand its diverse and understudied bryoflora.

Bryozoan limestone experience—the case of Stevns Klint

Stevns Klint — 2019 — WHEC55C37AC90

Bryozoan limestone, a distinctive Danian formation underlying younger geological layers, exhibits unique mechanical properties influenced by its mineralogy and porosity. This study reveals that the similarity in mineral composition between Bryozoan limestone and Cretaceous chalk leads to comparable mechanical responses, despite variations in flint content and other materials. Investigations at Stevns Klint provide critical insights for infrastructure design, such as rock anchors. The research leverages an extensive database of geological data from major projects, including borehole registrations, wireline logging, and advanced laboratory tests, to interpret the mechanical behavior of Bryozoan limestone. This comprehensive approach enhances our understanding of this formation's structural characteristics and its implications for engineering applications.

Build sustainable stakeholders’ interactions around Wine & Food heritage.

Alto Douro Wine Region — 2019 — WHE038AAE81A3

A new enotourism 'Stakeholder Analysis' model is proposed to integrate Wine & Food heritage into tourism experiences while fostering sustainable interactions among stakeholders. This approach aims to balance business competitiveness, cultural authenticity, site conservation, and landscape promotion in the Alto Douro Vinhateiro UNESCO World Heritage Site. The research, based on documentary analysis, literature review, and fieldwork, advocates for responsible behavior among all stakeholders to align their agendas with territorial development and heritage preservation, ensuring a sustainable future for wine tourism in the region.

Building the Environment at Palenque: the Sacred Pools of the Picota Group

Pre-Hispanic City and National Park of Palenque — 2019 — WHECDD463E125

Research at the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Palenque reveals that the Picota Group, a civic-ceremonial center established during the Early Classic period (a.d. 250–500), was designed to manage and symbolize water resources in a region with restricted availability. The study combines traditional archaeology, labor estimates, and ethnographic comparisons with the Tzotzil community of Chamula to demonstrate how social organizations evolved to cope with water scarcity. Findings suggest that these artificial pools served both practical and ceremonial functions, reflecting sophisticated environmental adaptation by the Classic Maya civilization.

Bundle Adjustment Accuracy Assessment of Unordered Aerial Dataset Collected through Kite Platform

Choirokoitia — 2019 — WHE348926726D

A study evaluating the accuracy of Bundle Adjustment (BA) and photogrammetric reconstruction from unordered aerial datasets collected using kite platforms reveals that while these methods are affordable and user-friendly, they introduce factors that can hinder 3D model reliability. By reprocessing datasets from the UNESCO World Heritage Site Khirokitia Vouni in Cyprus using commercial software and DBAT (Damped Bundle Adjustment Toolbox), researchers assessed the geometric accuracy and spatial resolution of the reconstructions. The findings highlight the challenges posed by unordered data collection, which contrasts with the more controlled and accurate approaches enabled by modern Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS). This study underscores the need for improved network design in kite-based aerial photography to enhance photogrammetric outcomes.

Burial and exhumation of the Hoh Xil Basin, northern Tibetan Plateau: Constraints from detrital (U‐Th)/He ages

Qinghai Hoh Xil — 2019 — WHEE859719553

Research reveals that the northern Tibetan Plateau, specifically the Hoh Xil Basin (HXB), experienced significant vertical exhumation of approximately 4–2.7 km and 4–2.3 km beginning around 30–25 Ma and 40–35 Ma in the eastern and western HXB, respectively. This finding challenges the prevailing model of synchronous Miocene exhumation across the entire plateau, suggesting instead an episodic pattern. The study utilized detrital apatite and zircon (U-Th)/He dating combined with regional geological constraints and modeling to trace sediment deposition and burial reheating. The differential exhumation in the HXB is proposed to be influenced by oblique subduction of the Qaidam block beneath the basin. Additionally, the research suggests that mechanisms such as continental subduction, mantle lithosphere removal, and magmatic inflation may contribute to elevation without altering exhumation rates, providing a more nuanced understanding of the plateau's geological evolution.

Bush Dogs in Central America: Recent Range Expansion, Cryptic Distribution, or Both?

Talamanca Range-La Amistad Reserves / La Amistad National Park — 2019 — WHE4FE865FAF4

Recent observations of bush dogs (Speothos venaticus) in east-central and southeastern Costa Rica, including Barbilla National Park and La Amistad International Park, suggest a potential range expansion or previously underestimated distribution. This small, pack-hunting neotropical canid has historically been considered rare, with its range possibly extending up to 120 km north-northwest in the Talamanca Mountains at elevations reaching 2,119 meters. The study highlights challenges in documenting their current and future distribution due to their inherently low density. Researchers used repeated observations to assess these findings, contributing new insights into the ecology and conservation of this elusive species within UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

Byblos in the Late Bronze Age

Byblos — 2019 — WHE674A7D2CC0

Byblos, often perceived solely as a center for wood trade during the Late Bronze Age, emerges as a dynamic and multifaceted city deeply intertwined with regional geopolitics. Marwan Kilani's study reveals how Byblos evolved through periods of prosperity and decline, shaped by complex interactions of economic, political, and ideological factors. The research combines written sources with a fresh reanalysis of archaeological evidence to reconstruct the city's 'biography,' offering new insights into its role beyond mere trade. This approach highlights Byblos as an active participant in broader Late Bronze Age dynamics, challenging simplistic narratives about its historical significance.

C, N and P stoichiometric ratios in mixed evergreen and deciduous broadleaved forests in Shennongjia, China

Hubei Shennongjia — 2019 — WHED1B50ED316

Mixed evergreen and deciduous broadleaved forests in Shennongjia, China, exhibit distinct stoichiometric patterns for carbon (C), nitrogen (N), and phosphorus (P). The study found that C concentration, C:N, and C:P ratios were highest in the plant community, followed by litter and soil. Conversely, N and P concentrations, along with N:P ratios, were highest in litter, then in the plant community, and lowest in soil. Notably, leaf N and P concentrations varied significantly between evergreen and deciduous species, while bark showed the highest N:P ratio with the least variability. Compared to other forest types, this ecosystem displayed lower C:P and N:P ratios in the plant community but higher ratios in litter, with soil stoichiometric ratios aligning with subtropical evergreen broadleaved forests. The research employed biomass-weighted mean methods to analyze these patterns, providing insights into the ecological functions of this unique UNESCO World Heritage Site.