Accurate determination of phenotypic information from historic thoroughbred horses by single base extension. by Michael G Campana, C Mark Whitten, Ceiridwen J Edwards, Frauke Stock, Angela M Murphy, Matthew M Binns, Graeme W W Barker, Mim A Bower

“…Historic DNA data have the potential to identify phenotypic information otherwise invisible in the historical, archaeological and palaeontological record. In order to determine whether a single nucleotide polymorphism typing protocol based on single based extension (SNaPshot™) could produce reliable phenotypic data from historic samples, we genotyped three coat colour markers for a sample of historic Thoroughbred horses for which both phenotypic and correct genotypic information were known from pedigree information in the General Stud Book. …”
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Accurate determination of phenotypic information from historic thoroughbred horses by single base extension by Campana, M, Whitten, C, Edwards, C, Stock, F, Murphy, A, Binns, M, Barker, G, Bower, M

“…Historic DNA have the potential to identify phenotypic information otherwise invisible in the historical, archaeological and palaeontological record. In order to determine whether a single nucleotide polymorphism typing protocol based on single based extension (SNaPshot™) could produce reliable phenotypic data from historic samples, we genotyped three coat colour markers for a sample of historic Thoroughbred horses for which both phenotypic and correct geotypic information were known from pedigree information in the General Stud Book. …”

Secondary Geodiversity and its Potential for Urban Geotourism: A Case Study from Brno City, Czech Republic by Kubalíková Lucie, Kirchner Karel, Bajer Aleš

“…Some of them (especially old quarries and underground spaces) are already used for recreation, tourism and leisure or they serve as excursion localities for the university students, some of them are unique from the geoscience point of view and they have also certain added values (historical, archaeological or ecological). However, in some cases, their potential is not fully recognised. …”
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The finding of Enterobius vermicularis eggs in pré-Columbian human coprolites by A. J. G. de Araújo, L. F. Ferreira, U. E. C. Confalonieri, L. Nuñez, B. M. Ribeiro Filho

“…The human pinworm had already been found in other pre-historic archaeological sites in America, and its introduction in this continent is discussed.…”
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Early Latin Loan-Words in Modern Ukrainian and the Question of Toponymic Replications by Ponomareva, Olena

“…Considering the difficulties linked to the temporal distance and the genetic diversity between late Latin and modern Ukrainian, these linguistic phenomena are correlated with historical, archaeological, numismatic data (as materially attested), in order to frame the linguistic question in the respective historical context, and at the same time to highlight the lexical connections and cultural continuity with the late Latin period. …”
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Magnetic Survey at the Roman Military Camp of el Benian in <i>Mauretania Tingitana</i> (Morocco): Results and Implications by Francesco Martorella

“…The topic of military settlements and the role of troops in the northern provinces of North Africa during the age of the Roman Empire has recently gained a strong interest in historical, archaeological, epigraphical, and economic studies. …”
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Panašūs ar skirtingi? Dvi krikščioniškos bendruomenės pagoniškame Vilniuje | Similar or Different? Two Christian Communities in Pagan Vilnius by Rytis Jonaitis, Irma Kaplūnaitė

“…By consolidating historical, archaeological, architectural and geological sources, this article explores the reasons for and the circumstances of Christian settlement in pagan Vilnius, analyses the living spaces of both communities, and aims to determine the importance of Christians and the changes to their role in developing Vilnius. …”
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Archaeology in the eastern part of the Tarraconensis province in the times of the Visigothic kings by Cristina Godoy Fernández

“…We shall present a summary of the impact that the arrival of the Visigoths had on cities like Tarracona, Barchinona and Egara, along with the transformation of the habitat, walled villages and military fortifications, and the gradual abandonment of the Roman villas in light of recent historical-archaeological research.…”
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Geo-archaeology, archaeometry, and history of a seismic-endangered historical site in central Apennines (Italy) by Francesca Falcone, Eugenio Di Valerio, Vasco La Salvia, Gianluigi Rosatelli, Maria Grazia Perna, Simone Bello, Rachel Elaine Francis, Francesco Stoppa

“…Abstract Ancient human settlements accumulate essential historical, archaeological, and geological information. An example is the St. …”
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San Michele Arcangelo a Metelliano, Pieve in val D’Asse: metodologie per il rilevo, la documentazione, la conservazione e la valorizzazione by Giovanni Pancani

“…The paper considers the problem of the methods and investigation protocols relating to the historical archaeological monuments. For the realization of this study, the work was organized according to the main topics: the survey, its certified reliability, the graphic documentation with the identification of materials and structural problems. …”
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VIRTUAL DIVING IN THE UNDERWATER ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE OF CALA MINNOLA by F. Bruno, A. Lagudi, L. Barbieri, M. Muzzupappa, M. Mangeruga, F. Pupo, M. Cozza, A. Cozza, G. Ritacco, R. Peluso, S. Tusa

“…The virtual dive of the underwater archaeological site allows users to live a recreational and educational experience by receiving historical, archaeological and biological information about the submerged exhibits, the flora and fauna of the place.…”
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REASSEMBLY OF ROCK SEGMENTS, THE CASE OF AREOPAGUS HILL by V. Evgenikou, A. Georgopoulos, M. Korres

“…There are no specifications and/or standards for the restoration of collapsed masses of rocks, as in most cases the rocks bear no historical/archaeological value and their restoration would require significant budget and resources. …”
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University elective course 'Digital and natural science methods in archaeology' by Vodolazhskaya L.N.

“…It is emphasized that the program of the interdisciplinary course was developed by an employee who has a second higher education - an historical/archaeological education, as well as experience in museums and archaeological expeditions, which made it possible to develop a course program that is maximally focused on actual practical tasks.…”
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Riconoscimento e tutela di un complesso monumentale storico in ambiente urbano mediante l’integrazione di metodologie di rilevamento e di tecniche geofisiche non distruttive: l'are... by Andrea Pirinu, Roberto Balia

“…Comparing data from different disciplinary contributions (historical, archaeological and geophysical ones) has specifically allowed the organisation and assessment of an investigating protocol aiming to the representation, protection and valorisation of the bastion layout; in particular, it has contributed to define its stylistic architectural features, and improve knowledge of the military work operation and of its current layout, even in view of any further planning intervention in an area where, furthermore, the realisation of a parking lot buried at the basis of the 16th century bastion is being considered.…”
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Travelers' Works As An Important Source In Studying Archaeology In Light Of The “Hadji ‘Ali Mosque” Of Athens by Ahmed Ameen

“…This monument is almost completely absent in any historical-archaeological map of Athens and in the published studies of the Ottoman monuments of Athens as well. …”
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The ground-penetrating radar (GPR) method in the characterization of the Monastery of Batalha by Nuno Barraca, Manuel Matias, Fernando Almeida

“…GPR high-resolution images allowed to locate recent and ancient infrastructures, columns foundations and structures of historical-archaeological interest. The characterization of the Monastery walls was also carried out using GPR on the surface of walls of the Cloister of D. …”
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Seismic assessment of historic concrete structures: The case of Pedieos Post Office in Nicosia, Cyprus by Antroula Georgiou, Marios Georgiou, Ioannis Ioannou

“…Monuments are buildings in which historical, archaeological and cultural values are displayed, yet their lack of seismic detailing and design renders them dangerous for public use and prone to collapse and permanent loss, especially in countries located in seismic zones. …”
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3D virtual reconstruction of the Gauzón Castle (Castrillón, Principado de Asturias) by Pablo Aparicio-Resco, Alejandro García Álvarez-Busto, Iván Muñiz-López, Noelia Fernández-Calderón

“…Furthermore, the result presented here demonstrates the power of this graphic resource for the dissemination of historical-archaeological knowledge, a fundamental objective when carrying out any scientific work. …”
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De valkuilen van de historische sensatie Een pleidooi voor nuchter ‘getrennt marschieren’ inzake archeologisch-historische contradicties by R.M.R. van Oosten

“…Particularly in the case of fascinating historical-archaeological challenges this is a pitfall into which even very experienced researchers risk falling.…”
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Maladie hyperostosique et mode de vie : intérêt d’une démarche bio-archéologique. Exemple du cimetière du Couvent des Soeurs Grises de Beauvais (Oise), XVe-XVIIIe siècles by Sacha Kacki, Sébastien Villotte

“…This study confirms the usefulness of the joint application of historical, archaeological, and paleopathological data in the reconstitution of the way of life of past populations.…”
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