domingo, 30 de noviembre de 2025

Innovation In Focus

https://issnationallab.org/news-and-events-2/photo-essays-innovation-in-focus/

Innovation in Focus: 25 Years of Continuous Human Presence in Space

https://issnationallab.org/iss360/innovation-in-focus-25-years-of-continuous-human-presence-in-space/

Private Libraries in Sixteenth-century Italy By Angela Nuovo

https://www.academia.edu/8752123/Private_Libraries_in_Sixteenth_century_Italy?nav_from=228be47a-bac5-4d6e-a2e1-61a696a9c56d

"Res aut res publica: The Evidence from Italian Renaissance Manuscripts and Their Owners” Manuscripts and Their Owners By John McManamon, SJ

https://www.academia.edu/40029927/_Res_aut_res_publica_The_Evidence_from_Italian_Renaissance_Manuscripts_and_Their_Owners_Manuscripts_and_Their_Owners?nav_from=d70b73dc-6e75-407f-9545-638a1dbf3dba

"Collecting manuscripts and incunabula in the 19th century: Pietro Pera librarian in Lucca". 20th Annual Conference of the ESTS - Manuscripts in the Age of Print, CESR, Tours, 28-30 april 2025 By Sara Brasca

https://www.academia.edu/128984873/_Collecting_manuscripts_and_incunabula_in_the_19th_century_Pietro_Pera_librarian_in_Lucca_20th_Annual_Conference_of_the_ESTS_Manuscripts_in_the_Age_of_Print_CESR_Tours_28_30_april_2025?nav_from=3352f92e-cea7-4663-81e5-367a6abda644 Starting from "Varie Avvertenze Utili, e necessarie agli Amatori de' buoni libri" (1756) by Gaetano Volpi, and drawing on the contributions of Kristian Jensen ("Revolution and the Antiquarian Book: Reshaping the Past, 1780-1815") and David McKitterick ("Print, Manuscript and the Search for Order, 1450-1830" and "The Invention of Rare Books: Private Interest and Public Memory, 1600-1840"), up to the most recent monographs "The Economics of the Manuscript and Rare Book Trade, ca. 1890-1939" and "The Pre-Modern Manuscript Trade and Its Consequences, ca. 1890-1945", it is possible to trace how specific criteria for collecting manuscripts and early printed books emerged between the eighteenth and nineteenth centuries. This paper aims to revisit these reflections in order to address the following question: is it possible to identify certain characteristics that allowed manuscripts to continue to be collected, despite the advent of print? In particular, the study will focus on the case of the personal library of Carlo Ludovico of Bourbon, assembled during his Duchy of Lucca (1824-1847) with the assistance of librarian Pietro Pera, who, in his address "Intorno all'origine, progresso ed utilità della Reale Biblioteca Palatina di Lucca", outlines the selection criteria for the volumes. A comparison between the manuscript catalogue and the incunabula catalogue of this collection – now preserved in the Biblioteca Palatina in Parma – may offer further insights into whether these two bibliographic categories were viewed as competing or complementary within a fully nineteenth-century collection. ...

Premio Herralde de Novela

https://www.anagrama-ed.es/premios/herralde-de-novela

El desfile del amor Sergio Pitol II PREMIO HERRALDE DE NOVELA 1984

https://www.anagrama-ed.es/libro/narrativas-hispanicas/el-desfile-del-amor/9788433917133/NH_13

El héroe de las mansardas de Mansard Álvaro Pombo La novela que colocó a Álvaro Pombo en primera línea de la narrativa española contemporánea después de ganar el I Premio Herralde de Novela.

https://www.anagrama-ed.es/libro/otra-vuelta-de-tuerca/el-heroe-de-las-mansardas-de-mansard/9788433976093/OVT_28

Pablo Maurette en el día del Premio Herralde de Novela Acompañamos al ganador del Premio Herralde 2025 a lo largo de la jornada de entrega del galardón en Barcelona.

https://www.anagrama-ed.es/video/pablo-maurette-en-el-dia-del-premio-herralde-de-novela-261?autoplay=true

Entrevista con Cecilia Fanti

Entrevista con Cecilia Fanti Cecilia Fanti, escritora y librera argentina al frente de Céspedes Libros en CABA, formó este año parte del jurado del Premio Herralde de Novela junto a Gonzalo Pontón Gijón, Marta Sanz, Juan Pablo Villalobos y la editora Silvia Sesé. En la conversación que mantuvimos con ella, habló de su experiencia en el Premio. https://www.anagrama-ed.es/noticias/general/entrevista-con-cecilia-fanti-1559

El contrabando ejemplar Pablo Maurette Una celebración de lo personal y lo colectivo que hace del acto de contar una experiencia literaria singular y emocionante. Premio Herralde de Novela 2025

https://www.anagrama-ed.es/libro/narrativas-hispanicas/premio-herralde/9788433948052/NH_778 El pasado 3 de noviembre, como cada primer lunes de dicho mes, se falló el Premio Herralde de Novela. El galardón recayó en El contrabando ejemplar, de Pablo Maurette, una obra que se pregunta por el sentido de lo perdido y lo inventado y que hace del acto de contar una experiencia singular y emocionante. Aprovechando que esta semana ha llegado a librerías, hemos entrevistado al autor para que nos hable de ella y nos cuente cómo se enteró de que había ganado el premio. Sin más preámbulos, os dejamos con él: – Cuéntanos acerca del narrador Pablo y cómo has construido su voz. Los libros se van gestando a lo largo de procesos muy, pero muy largos. Años, décadas. Y, de pronto, un día, uno comprende que están listos para empezar a salir al mundo. Y se sienta a escribir. Con El contrabando ejemplar, para mí esto sucedió hace unos años, en Santa Maddalena, cuando me senté y empecé a escribir y así nació el narrador, Pablito, un escritor ignoto y muy ansioso que ha publicado un par de libros y odia el éxito de los demás. Pablito tiene grandes ambiciones pero pocas ideas, y un día decide robarse la novela de Eduardo, una especie de tío y mentor suyo. Así empieza todo. – La imagen de cubierta nos sitúa en un parque de atracciones. ¿A qué hace referencia? En la cubierta tenemos un monstruo: el Pulpo, uno de los juegos más icónicos del Italpark, que fue un parque de atracciones que funcionó en Buenos Aires entre 1960 y 1990, y que cerró luego de un accidente (producto de la negligencia, es decir, un desastre bien argentino) en el que murió una chica de quince años que se llamaba Roxana Alaimo. El Italpark y la historia del predio en el que estaba situado es importante en la novela, pero sobre todo lo monstruoso juega un rol fundamental. Lo monstruoso asociado con el curioso destino de la Argentina. – En la novela hay muchos viajes, y uno de los personajes afirma que «la literatura no existiría de no ser porque hubo gente que viajó, volvió y contó lo que vio». ¿Puedes hablarnos más de esto? Dijo alguien una vez que en la literatura hay solo dos argumentos: alguien se va de viaje y un extraño llega al pueblo. Claro que este segundo argumento supone el primero, el extraño en cuestión tuvo que haber salido de viaje. Durante toda la historia de la humanidad, y hasta hace muy poco (cuando surge el fenómeno del turismo) viajar era algo que hacían muy pocos y casi siempre por necesidad, no por placer. Era peligroso, incómodo, caro. Pero era también la única oportunidad de acceder a mundos totalmente distintos e inimaginables. La crónica de viaje es el germen de la narrativa. Y se completa en el retorno, con la vuelta a casa. Sin vuelta a casa, no hay cuento que contar. Un poco también lo que le dice Solón, el rey sabio de Atenas, a Creso, el Jeff Bezos de la antigüedad, cuando este le pregunta quién es el hombre más feliz del mundo (esperando, obviamente, escuchar que era él). Solón le dice que esto solo se puede saber después de la muerte. El viaje tiene que terminar para que lo podamos contar. La literatura empieza cuando el viajero llega a destino. – ¿De qué manera dialoga esta novela con la historia de Argentina y su literatura? Todo libro está hecho de otros libros. Toda novela es un centón. El contrabando ejemplar es, entre otras cosas, una celebración del robo y del plagio, es un monstruo hecho de retazos arrancados de la historia y de la literatura no solo argentinas. – ¿Qué relación tienes con la historia de tu país de origen? En la adolescencia quería ser historiador. Me fascinaba Rosas, el tirano que gobernó Buenos Aires a mediados del siglo XIX. Pero sé muy poco de historia argentina. El siglo XVII, que es el escenario de esta novela, es un agujero negro. No se enseña en la escuela. Nadie, salvo un puñado de historiadores económicos, sabe nada sobre ese período. Preguntale a cualquier argentino qué opina de Pedro Esteban Dávila o de Mendo de la Cueva, de Hernandarias, incluso, y te van a mirar como si tuvieras tres cabezas. Me resulta increíble que no tengamos la más mínima idea de lo que pasó en Buenos Aires entre las dos fundaciones y la creación del virreinato del Río de la Plata, es decir, los primeros doscientos años de nuestra historia, la mitad de nuestra historia. La novela aprovecha ese terreno baldío y allí construye. – ¿Qué importancia tiene el humor para tu escritura? No es buscado, el humor: cuando sale, sale. Pero sí puedo decir que me repele la literatura que se toma a sí misma muy en serio. Me repele la gente que se toma a sí misma muy en serio. El humor sucede cuando uno, por un instante, se sale de sí mismo o de la situación en la que está y la mira, o se mira, desde afuera. Pocas cosas hay más importantes para la creación artística que la capacidad de salirse de uno y ver desde afuera. La muerte de la creatividad es el ensimismamiento, el trip narcisista, y esto siempre viene acompañado de una falta completa de sentido del humor. Creo, además, que la alternancia entre lo serio y lo humorístico puede crear un buen clima narrativo y un ritmo ameno en la lectura. – Y para finalizar, ¿cómo te enteraste de que ganaste el Premio Herralde de Novela? ¿Qué significa para ti? Estaba en Rumanía, filmando una película de Mariano Llinás con los chicos de El Pampero Cine. Ese día habíamos ido a Constanza, en la costa del mar Negro, a filmar la costanera y la estatua de Ovidio. Constanza es donde Ovidio pasó su exilio. Allí escribió poemas tristísimos. Estuvimos un largo rato filmando la estatua, que te mira desde arriba, severa, oscura. En eso estaba cuando me llamaron de Barcelona. Es la primera vez en mi vida que gano un premio. Le di las gracias a Ovidio. Los premios son arbitrarios, por supuesto, y no demuestran nada, pero sí pueden, en el mejor de los casos, ayudar a un escritor a acercarse al menos un par de centímetros al objetivo central de su vida que es el de tener siempre más y más tiempo libre para escribir.

Encuentros corsarios 2025: diciembre en Letras Corsarias Diciembre y un poquito de enero. Ahora sí que sí, terminamos el año con unos jugosos encuentros antes de meternos de lleno en Navidad.

https://letrascorsarias.com/encuentros-corsarios-2025-diciembre-en-letras-corsarias/ Lo que pasa en Corsarias La programación del 2025 nos ha salido juguetona y ha decidido que noviembre es poco y se monta algunos días en diciembre, mes que tradicionalmente dedicamos a prepararnos –librera y mentalmente– a esa avalancha llamada campaña navideña. Y en eso estamos. Pero tenemos postre y ya está servido. Aquí tienes la carta. Pero antes de eso, si pasas esta tarde por la librería y ves un gentío tremendo: no regalamos nada, aunque sea Frack Birday de ese. Es que viene el escritor chino Yu Hua a presentar su nueva novela, La ciudad escondida, y Hua es una celebridad que si el otro día en Madrid llenó un teatro, cómo no va a llenar una librería tan mediana como esta. Conversa con Teresa I. Tejeda. Y mañana está aquí Eugenia Manzanera, en una sesión de cuentos titulada Pasito a pasazo. Es una gozada tener aquí a Eugenia porque es buenísima, pero ya están agotadas todas las plazas disponibles. Prometemos una segunda parte cuando cuadre. Este martes, día 2, vuelve María Bastarós. Le venimos dando vueltas esta última temporada a cómo lo fantástico se está infiltrando cada vez más en la narrativa como una de las mejores maneras de contar los miedos y los anhelos de este tiempo. Con sus dos primeras obras –Historia de España contada a las niñas y el libro de relatos No era esto a lo que veníamos–, María ya dejó muy claro que casa como nadie lo extraño y lo bizarro con la textura de lo cotidiano. Ahora presenta Criaturita, una historia con monstruo del lago dentro, un lago que funciona como espejo de la pérdida, las relaciones familiares, la solidaridad entre las mujeres y la anestesia colectiva ante el crimen. Conversa con Miguel Espigado. El miércoles, Ana Penyas. Todo lo que tenemos que decir sobre En velaya lo acabas de leer. La acompaña, Lorena Velázquez. Jueves. Ángelo Néstore ya nos ha visitado con su poesía y ahora debuta en la novela con Leche cruda, donde construye un lenguaje para averiguar si es posible amar fuera de las palabras comunes. “Una celebración voluptuosa y melancólica del lenguaje... Tiene la textura cálida del recuerdo, con sus trampas e idealizaciones. Si somos lo que nuestra memoria selecciona para construirnos, pocas veces lo he leído de un modo tan claro y conmovedor como en esta novela. Pura belleza”, ha dicho Alana S. Portero sobre la obra. Conversa con José Antonio Collado. Quedarán para la próxima semana Juan Tallón y Antonio Colinas, y más adelante un par de sesiones de firmas con Leticia Ruifernández y el dúo artístico compuesto por Rodrigo Cortés y Tomás Hijo.

En vela Ana Penyas

https://letrascorsarias.com/tienda/comic/en-vela/ Se nos cayó una lagrimita el miércoles por la noche cuando Isaac Rosa contó aquí cuál había sido la génesis de su nueva novela, Las buenas noches: se quedaba dormido leyendo. No hablaba de esa sensación a menudo placentera de meterse en la cama con un libro deseado y dejar que sus palabras te acompañen hasta el umbral del sueño, eso que vendría a ser la versión adulta y solitaria de ese cuento que nos contaban de pequeños. Se refería Isaac a lo que se lee –por mucho placer que se pueda encontrar en ello– por obligación, por trabajo. Si te pagan por ello, es trabajo. Un escritor profesional es también un lector profesional. Reseñas, artículos, prólogos, presentaciones, conferencias… esos trabajos culturales redondean la magra nómina de lo que se obtiene en España por las ventas de los libros. Isaac tenía mucho que leer, pero pasaba malas noches y cuando se ponía a ello por la mañana o por la tarde, se quedaba grogui. “Es como si fuera un conductor que se duerme al volante”, dijo. Y añadió, “Bueno, aquí están los libreros, ¿no?”. Y ahí estábamos, levantando el dedo y con la lagrimita cayendo. Sí, nos vimos reconocidos. Hemos bromeado repetidamente, por hablado y por escrito, con esa idea de que el sueño de tener una librería –un sueño que parece cada vez más extendido– da sueño, mucho sueño. Y la broma parece funcionar, más allá del fácil juego de palabras, porque como todo humor que se precie parte de un dolor concreto: la evidencia de que hay mucho más que leer que tiempo para hacerlo. Ese no llegar. Y otra vez es muy de noche y cierras el libro y pones la alarma y haces mentalmente la cuenta y dices: uff. Y a la mañana siguiente tienes que buscar la postura más incómoda del mundo para no quedarte frito mientras el libro del que tienes que escribir ese –o este– viernes espera paciente –y, si pudiéramos preguntarle, seguramente algo decepcionado– a que vuelvas en ti o al menos dejes de roncar. “Lo raro es dormir”, concluía Isaac Rosa, haciendo explícita una preocupación de la que no se habla lo suficiente. España está a la cabeza de los países de su entorno en consumo de benzodiacepinas, el fármaco que se usa para paliar esa especie de jet lag permanente en el que parecemos sumidos. Hay temas ahí: la medicalización del malestar social, el capitalismo 24/7, el insomnio como un efecto secundario del sistema, los discursos influencers de que dormir ocho horas es de pobres, bro. La cama como espacio político, según Rosa ,y el dormir como un lujo, según lo retrata Ana Penyas en su nueva obra, En vela. Cuándo alguien quiera investigar en el futuro qué nos está pasando por las noches, encontrará en este cómic un poderoso relato visual. Penyas nos ofrece un catálogo de cuerpos cansados, miradas a medio camino, miembros en busca de la mejor postura, flujos mentales en forma de espiral que se convierten en obsesiones. Ciudades en penumbra llenas de luces deslumbrantes y una quietud alucinada, como de película de Fassbinder. El punto donde confluye el agotamiento mental del insomne con la intimidad de la habitación, que lejos de constituirse en refugio se convierte en una sala de espera eterna donde se filtran por cualquier rendija todas las tensiones y la precariedad del exterior. Hay un par de páginas que nos recuerdan a esa canción de Franco Batiatto mencionada el otro día por Rosa, Un’altra vita: “No se necesitan tranquilizantes ni terapias, se necesita otra vida”, cantaba a principios de los ochenta. Aquí seguimos, en su busca. Próxima estación, Esperanza. Personas esperando al metro, movimientos lentos y repetitivos, la cabeza gacha y tambaleante. El traqueteo y la canción de un músico callejero en el vagón: la rendición por agotamiento, un momento fugaz para abandonarse en el arrullo. Penyas construye una historia coral que atraviesa distintas capas de la sociedad, una especie de cata documental que a través de su estética a media luz nos lleva hasta la intimidad de los personajes. La falta de sueño como un problema transversal que permanece en silencio, en interior noche, y que nos hace vivir baldados, en un estado en el que cada vez es más difícil conectar con la realidad. Y que compone un cóctel en forma de círculo vicioso cuanto más presente está la precariedad laboral. Ana Penyas tiene la virtud de convertir en verdadero todo lo que toca, de hacernos llegar hasta el fondo de las historias.

Who Was Pompeo Caimo’s Library Intended For? Family Use and Public Endowment of a 17th-Century Book Collection By Maria Adank and laura casella

https://www.academia.edu/123957059/Who_Was_Pompeo_Caimo_s_Library_Intended_For_Family_Use_and_Public_Endowment_of_a_17th_Century_Book_Collection?email_work_card=title This research examines the motivations and implications of the donation of Pompeo Caimo's library to the Republic of Venice in 1636. The study delves into the intellectual and cultural significance of this act, highlighting how Caimo's family aimed to benefit from this donation while also contributing to a prestigious institution. It contextualizes this event within a broader framework of similar bequests and explores the shifting dynamics of private collections becoming public resources. ...

sábado, 29 de noviembre de 2025

‘New Orientalisms for old: articulations of the East in Raymond Schwab, Edward Said and two nineteenth-century French orientalists,’ in Ian Richard Netton, ed. Orientalism Revisited: Art, Land and Voyage (London: Routledge): 87-97 By Geoffrey P. Nash

https://www.academia.edu/4534212/_New_Orientalisms_for_old_articulations_of_the_East_in_Raymond_Schwab_Edward_Said_and_two_nineteenth_century_French_orientalists_in_Ian_Richard_Netton_ed_Orientalism_Revisited_Art_Land_and_Voyage_London_Routledge_87_97?nav_from=2e02040f-0506-4402-95e1-934825629fe9 The paper examines the concept of Orientalism, comparing the narrative approach of Raymond Schwab with Edward Said's analytical framework. It argues that Schwab's work, particularly his focus on the Oriental Renaissance, offers a broader understanding of European engagement with the East, especially India and the Middle East, than Said's polarized perspective. The paper further analyzes the contributions of 19th-century French orientalists, such as Gobineau, and critiques the limitations of Said's classification of Orientalism, suggesting that the complexities of these figures' works require a re-evaluation of traditional Orientalist scholarship. ...

Lorenzo de' Medici, a Lost Isaac Manuscript, and the Venetian Ambassador By Bonnie Blackburn

https://www.academia.edu/15487801/Lorenzo_de_Medici_a_Lost_Isaac_Manuscript_and_the_Venetian_Ambassador?nav_from=2b589787-b716-465e-85e2-ee807fbc6de9 The correspondence between Lorenzo de' Medici and his ambassador in Rome highlights Lorenzo's profound appreciation for music, particularly that of Heinrich Isaac. The letters confirm Lorenzo's role as a significant patron of music in Florence, emphasizing his belief in its importance not just for entertainment but as a necessary art. The Venetian ambassador's joy in receiving Isaac's compositions further underscores the cultural exchange and shared values around music among the Italian courts during the Renaissance.

Who Was Pompeo Caimo’s Library Intended For? Family Use and Public Endowment of a 17th-Century Book Collection By Maria Adank and laura casella

https://www.academia.edu/123957059/Who_Was_Pompeo_Caimo_s_Library_Intended_For_Family_Use_and_Public_Endowment_of_a_17th_Century_Book_Collection?nav_from=1c7d63d0-528c-444d-9edc-15d4f1a5c8c2 This research examines the motivations and implications of the donation of Pompeo Caimo's library to the Republic of Venice in 1636. The study delves into the intellectual and cultural significance of this act, highlighting how Caimo's family aimed to benefit from this donation while also contributing to a prestigious institution. It contextualizes this event within a broader framework of similar bequests and explores the shifting dynamics of private collections becoming public resources. ...

The Library of Ulisse Aldrovandi († 1605): Acquiring and Organizing Books in Sixteenth-Century Bologna By Caroline Duroselle-Melish and David Lines

https://www.academia.edu/13860828/The_Library_of_Ulisse_Aldrovandi_1605_Acquiring_and_Organizing_Books_in_Sixteenth_Century_Bologna?nav_from=b13e2967-685b-40f1-8ea0-1b61bc5e675e This article uses various documents in Bologna’s Biblioteca Universitaria to explore the strategies that Ulisse Aldrovandi used in relation to acquiring books and keeping them in order. The first section is devoted to the physical arrangement of the Bolognese scholar’s library in his home, where it sat in contiguous spaces to his natural museum. This study then examines how Aldrovandi’s collection of books grew, how he managed to keep control over its contents through four different catalogues, and how it fared after his death. The third section outlines his interest in the libraries of other scholars, both in Bologna and elsewhere. Finally, we discuss how Aldrovandi was concerned to grow his library throughout his lifetime, through networks of printers, friends, and former students. Aldrovandi seems to have been particularly interested in the potential of collaborative research to help find books and manage the information they contained. ..

"Review of Rafe de Crespigny, Fire over Luoyang: A History of the Later Han Dynasty, 23-220 AD." _Journal of the Royal Asiatic Society_ (2017) By Wicky Tse

https://www.academia.edu/31905613/_Review_of_Rafe_de_Crespigny_Fire_over_Luoyang_A_History_of_the_Later_Han_Dynasty_23_220_AD_Journal_of_the_Royal_Asiatic_Society_2017_ This book is the first general history of the political development of the Later Han dynasty in English, written by a veteran scholar in the field. For over half a century, Rafe de Crespigny has devoted great energy to studying the Later Han and promoting the study of it, which still lags far behind in depth and breadth compared with that of the preceding Former Han dynasty. Of his long list of publications, mainly political history, some of them have already become must-read on the topics; he has therefore made his name a synonym for the Later Han studies in Anglophone scholarship, so as Michael Loewe for the Former Han. de Crespigny is thus arguably the most suitable person to write such a general account of the dynasty. As a former student of the late sinologist Hans Bielenstein , a pioneer of Western studies of Later Han history in the twentieth century who produced a series of book-length studies of the dynasty, de Crespigny crafted this book as a continuation of the legacy left by Bielenstein, as well as a kind of dialogue between the late teacher and his disciple. One would be impressed by the great respect de Crespigny paid to Bielenstein by only reading the first few pages; as the reading proceeded, the reader would find that Bielenstein's works were frequently cited and discussed, especially in the first half of the book. Given Bielenstein's detailed research on the establishment and early years of the Later Han, the author only provides a brief account of the reign of the first monarch of the dynasty, while setting the main focus on the period from the second emperor onward. Nevertheless, even though Bielenstein had laid a solid foundation on the subject, the frequent consultation with his works might impose hurdles in understanding the incipient period of the dynasty for those who are not familiar with his voluminous writings. ...

“Review of K. E. Brashier, Public Memory in Early China,” _Frontiers of History in China_ 1.1 (2016): 163-166. By Wicky Tse

https://www.academia.edu/25315180/_Review_of_K_E_Brashier_Public_Memory_in_Early_China_Frontiers_of_History_in_China_1_1_2016_163_166 In his previous book, Ancestral Memory in Early China (2011), K. E. Brashier, a religious studies professor at Reed College, illuminated our understanding of early Chinese ancestral cults and established himself as an indisputable authority on the topic. To do so, he delineated how deceased ancestors were transformed into living memory in early China, covering roughly the early Zhou to the end of the Later Han dynasty. Brashier examined a wide variety of textual records relevant to rituals and customs surrounding ancestral worship and also analyzed their cognitive aspects. Adopting the performance theory framework, he showed the interactions between the living and the dead via the practice of rituals and the psychological manipulation of the ritual performers before and during ceremonies of ancestral sacrifice. This effort also advanced discussions of the concepts of afterworld and afterlife in early China. ...

Review of Yuri Pines, The Book of Lord Shang: Apologetics of State Power in Early China By Wicky Tse

https://www.academia.edu/39322010/Review_of_Yuri_Pines_The_Book_of_Lord_Shang_Apologetics_of_State_Power_in_Early_China?nav_from=9fdf2595-a404-4018-8ccf-46051b4d9c2e As the first empire in Chinese history, the Qin dynasty (221-207 BCE) has left a far-reaching institutional legacy to imperial China, but the sources of its history are scant. Thanks to the ever-increasing number of archaeological findings in recent decades, we are no longer confined to the writings compiled during Han times (202 BCE-220 CE), which used to leave us with no choice but to study Qin history through the lens of the Han literati. With the excavation of Qin documents on bamboo and wooden slips and boards, we now have firsthand written records of the Qin people, which not only enrich our knowledge of the Qin empire but also give us a glimpse of the daily life of its commoners. Together with the texts found at Shuihudi 睡虎地 of Yumeng 雲夢, which have been studied in depth by scholars since their discovery in the 1970s, the recently unearthed Qin legal and administrative documents from Longgang 龍崗 and Liye 里耶, and those acquired by the Yuelu Academy 嶽麓書院, among others, have been in the academic spotlight and subjected to intensive research. They enable historians to gather invaluable information on the routine functions of the Qin imperial state and the underpinning social structure of the empire. With new sources come new interpretations, and a new history of Qin is now eagerly anticipated. ...

The imprint of China’s first emperor on the distant realm of eastern Shandong By Linda Nicholas

https://www.academia.edu/95668001/The_imprint_of_China_s_first_emperor_on_the_distant_realm_of_eastern_Shandong?nav_from=6c785b8e-2932-4fb9-9d1a-7aad6e2f529b Imperial expansion is recurrent in human history. For early empires, such as in ancient China, this process generally is known from texts that glorify and present the perspective of victors. The legacy of the Qin king, Shihuangdi, who first unified China in 221 BC, remains vital, but we have few details about the consequences of his distant conquests or how they changed the path of local histories. We integrate documentary accounts with the findings of a systematic regional survey of archaeological sites to provide a holistic context for this imperialistic episode and the changes that followed in coastal Shandong. ...

The Imprint of China's First Emperor on the Distant Realm of Eastern Shandong (Gary M. Feinman , Linda M. Nicholas, and Hui Fang 2010) By Gary Feinman and Linda Nicholas

https://www.academia.edu/325540/The_Imprint_of_Chinas_First_Emperor_on_the_Distant_Realm_of_Eastern_Shandong_Gary_M_Feinman_Linda_M_Nicholas_and_Hui_Fang_2010_?email_work_card=title&li=0 This research examines the impact of imperialism as embodied by Qin Shihuangdi, China’s first emperor, on the coastal region of southeastern Shandong Province. By integrating archaeological evidence with historical texts, the authors aim to provide a holistic understanding of the territory’s transformation following Shihuangdi's conquests. Insights from systematic archaeological surveys reveal settlement patterns that illuminate the interactions between the Qin state and the region, challenging previous notions of Shandong as a peripheral area in Chinese civilization. ...

Translating Babylonian Astronomical Diaries and Procedure Texts By Mathieu Ossendrijver

https://www.academia.edu/30099015/Translating_Babylonian_Astronomical_Diaries_and_Procedure_Texts

Performative Aspects of Assyrian Celestial Divination and Babylonian Astronomical Diaries By Mathieu Ossendrijver

https://www.academia.edu/110142783/Performative_Aspects_of_Assyrian_Celestial_Divination_and_Babylonian_Astronomical_Diaries This contribution explores performative aspects of Assyrian celestial divination and Babylonian astronomical diaries and related texts during the first millennium BCE. While the sources for Assyrian celestial divination contain much evidence about observational and ritual performances, astronomical diaries and related texts are mainly concerned with observation and prediction. It is argued that the Assyrian evidence can shed light on some poorly documented performative aspects of astronomical practices in Babylon. ...

Science, Mesopotamian By Mathieu Ossendrijver

https://www.academia.edu/2370203/Science_Mesopotamian The paper explores the early evidence of scholarly inquiry in Mesopotamia, emphasizing the development of lexical lists and the practice of divination. It discusses the systematic methods through which diviners interpreted omens related to natural phenomena, celestial events, and their implications in society. Furthermore, it highlights the transmission of Babylonian astronomical knowledge to the Greco-Roman world, detailing how figures such as Hipparchos and Ptolemy utilized Babylonian data in their work, thereby shaping the evolution of astronomy and astrology in Western history. ...

The Moon and Planets in Ancient Mesopotamia By Mathieu Ossendrijver

https://www.academia.edu/43754072/The_Moon_and_Planets_in_Ancient_Mesopotamia https://doi.org/10.1093/acrefore/9780190647926.013.198 In ancient Mesopotamia, all five planets visible to the naked eye were known and studied, along with the Moon, the Sun, the stars, and other celestial phenomena. In all Mesopotamian sources concerning the Moon and the planets, be they textual or icono­graphical, the astronomical, astrological, and religious aspects are intertwined. The term “astral science” covers all forms of Mesopotamian scholarly engagement with celestial entities, including celestial divination and astrology. Modern research on Mesopotamian astral science began in the 19th century. Much research remains to be done, because im­portant sources remain unpublished and new questions have been posed to published sources. ...

Compendia and Procedure Texts in the Mesopotamian Astral Sciences By Mathieu Ossendrijver

https://www.academia.edu/20212480/Compendia_and_Procedure_Texts_in_the_Mesopotamian_Astral_Sciences This contribution surveys the most important compendia and procedure texts for the Mesopotamian astral sciences, including Enuma Anu Enlil (EAE), MUL.APIN, the astronomical diaries and procedure texts. The protases in Enuma Anu Enlil have often served as a particularly important arena for discussing empirical observation in the Mesopotamian sciences and this paper speaks to the wellknown occurrence of impossible phenomena in compendia such as this. The astronomical diaries also represent a particularly important type of astronomical compendia in ancient Mesopotamia, since they collected and compiled short-term reports from a wide range of different scribes over a given six-month period of time. The paper concludes with a brief discussion of procedure texts that were used for astrological predication such as TU 11. ...

Babylonian Astro-Historiography of the Late First Millennium BCE By Mathieu Ossendrijver

https://www.academia.edu/145187338/Babylonian_Astro_Historiography_of_the_Late_First_Millennium_BCE?email_work_card=title In modern scholarship, Babylonian astral science (astronomy, astrology, celestial divination) is commonly perceived as being oriented towards the future. In this paper, we argue that Babylonian scholars also used astronomical prediction to study, interpret, order, and reconstruct the past. In particular, developments in astronomical and astrological prediction during the first millennium BCE engendered a new approach to historiography. This approach involved retro-calculating phenomena of the ancient sky in order to explain events that had happened in those distant times. By backwardly projecting predictive schemes on historical data found in received texts, these scholars developed a new historiographic method based on archival research and astral science. ...

Macht, Medien und Materialität in der Moderne. Aufsätze zur Kulturgeschichte des Sozialen im langen 20. Jahrhundert (Inhaltsverzeichnis und Einleitung) By Jakob Tanner

https://www.academia.edu/126110099/Macht_Medien_und_Materialit%C3%A4t_in_der_Moderne_Aufs%C3%A4tze_zur_Kulturgeschichte_des_Sozialen_im_langen_20_Jahrhundert_Inhaltsverzeichnis_und_Einleitung_?email_work_card=title

The Lives of Early Modern Librarians (Paris, Dec. 12-13, 2025) By Fabien Montcher

https://www.academia.edu/145175346/The_Lives_of_Early_Modern_Librarians_Paris_Dec_12_13_2025_?email_work_card=title Between, behind, and beyond bookshelves, early modern librarians lived full lives-pursuing ambitions, facing frustrations and illness, balancing family ties and hopes-while shaping how information was collected and shared between the 1400s and 1800s. This workshop explores the human side and shifting meanings of librarianship, from Ottoman courts to Iberian empires, from Mediterranean archives and museums to Atlantic and Pacific crossings. By following the stories of the people who managed books, objects, and ideas, The Lives of Early Modern Librarians asks: what do these lives reveal about the making of knowledge in the early modern world? ...

Orientalisms and Occidentalisms: Evolution of Concepts and Divergence of Connotations By Ingrid Khashab

https://www.academia.edu/89710249/Orientalisms_and_Occidentalisms_Evolution_of_Concepts_and_Divergence_of_Connotations?nav_from=4ed10827-f360-4821-8d20-e0bbe62646a9 During the most part of its long history, the term ‘Orientalism’ has had several interrelated meanings with neutral or positive connotations, some of which are still preserved, for instance, in art, architecture, design, and music, where it refers to Oriental influences and works inspired by Oriental themes and sounds rather attractive and romantic. As an academic term, it was used to denote the European tradition of Asian studies, suggesting a thorough exploration of Eastern cultural heritage, in particular, languages, literature, and artifacts. After the publication of Edward Said’s Orientalism in 1978, the term gained new negative meanings, related to postcolonial theory where it denotes mainly the biased, haughty attitude of the West towards an essentialized East and manifestations of Western colonial discourse in literature, science, and politics, such as the justification of Western imperialism, colonialism, and racial discrimination. The redefinition of the term by postcoloni... ...

Manners and Customs of the Ancient Orientals: From Nineteenth-Century Travelogues to Ancient Near Eastern Studies. In: L. Portuese (ed.), Mind your Manners: Etiquette Rules from Mesopotamia and Beyond (OBO; Leuven: Peeters, in press). By Emanuel Pfoh

https://www.academia.edu/145195379/Manners_and_Customs_of_the_Ancient_Orientals_From_Nineteenth_Century_Travelogues_to_Ancient_Near_Eastern_Studies_In_L_Portuese_ed_Mind_your_Manners_Etiquette_Rules_from_Mesopotamia_and_Beyond_OBO_Leuven_Peeters_in_press_?email_work_card=title

The evolution of cognitive abilities in marine animals: a hypothesis based on insights about cognition gene polymorphisms in Coelocanths and lungfish Zhizhou Zhang* [1] , Shuaiyu Zhang [2] , Yongdong Xu* [2]

https://www.academia.edu/3064-9765/2/4/10.20935/AcadMolBioGen8001 Both coelacanths and lungfish have fossil evidence dating back 400 million years, placing them at a critical evolutionary juncture when marine animals transitioned to terrestrial environments. An intriguing question lies in the extent to which their cognitive abilities had evolved before they crawled onto land. While no fossil DNA exist for extinct coelacanths or lungfish, studies on their extant species offer clues. Notably, the biological traits of coelacanths and lungfish have been remarkably stable over the past 70 million years, suggesting that some genomic regions in their genomic sequences possess exceptional stability. This raises the possibility of inferring their cognition gene polymorphism patterns (CGPPs) and evolutionary positioning through genomic analyses of modern samples. By employing 471 whole-genome sequence samples, including archaic humans (Neanderthals, Denisovans and more), modern humans, other vertebrates (fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds, rodents, mammals) plus four coelacanth and three lungfish samples, together with 18 human cognition-related genes and their total of 223 SNVs (Single-Nucleotide Variations),comparative analyses revealed that the CGPPs of both coelacanths and lungfish are evolutionarily closer to those of archaic humans than those of most other animal groups. The CGPP appears to occupy an evolutionary inflection point, bridging diverse animal lineages to archaic hominoids. Our observational results suggest a hypothesis (to be validated in the future) that the genetic architecture underlying human cognitionseemsto have beenestablished during the evolutionary stage of fish, predating the emergence of tetrapods.

viernes, 28 de noviembre de 2025

¿Qué significa la expresión 'семь пятниц на неделе' ('siete viernes en una semana')? Anna Popova 25 noviembre 2025 Educación

https://es.gw2ru.com/educacion/241594-que-significa-la-expresion-siete-viernes-en-una-semana 'Эх, да у него семь пятниц на неделе!' ('Eh, da u nego sem piatnits na nedele!' o '¡Oh, tiene siete viernes en una semana!'). No esperes que alguien descrito así cumpla sus promesas; por lo general, no es de fiar y cambia de opinión constantemente.

Grandes maestros rusos (casi) olvidados: Aivazovski Puerta a Rusia 25 noviembre 2025 Cultura

https://es.gw2ru.com/cultura/241595-grandes-maestros-rusos-casi-olvidados-aivazovski Aprende la letra 'A' y descubre al principal pintor de paisajes marinos ruso.

¡Disfruta del dorado otoño en la región rusa de Amur! (VIDEO) Puerta a Rusia 26 noviembre 2025 Viajes

Blagovéshchensk se encuentra entre los destinos más soleados de Rusia. ¿Quieres vivir el otoño en su máximo esplendor? Visita Shambalá-Pinezhie, un paraíso pintoresco donde podrás pasear por puentes colgantes y disfrutar de los últimos días cálidos y dorados del otoño rodeado de una naturaleza impresionante. https://es.gw2ru.com/viajes/241641-otono-dorado-en-la-region-rusa-de-amur

Diez grupos y orquestas folclóricas rusas que han conquistado el mundo (VÍDEOS) Anna Sorókina 26 noviembre 2025 Cultura

https://es.gw2ru.com/cultura/241640-diez-grupos-y-orquestas-folcloricas-rusas-que-han-conquistado-el-mundo Canciones alegres y melodías líricas, rondas cautivadoras y danzas emblemáticas. Estos grupos musicales revelan la rica diversidad de la cultura musical rusa y preservan sus tradiciones.

15 fotografías del clásico soviético Ígor Palmín Alexandra Gúzeva 26 noviembre 2025 Cultura

https://es.gw2ru.com/cultura/241643-15-fotografias-del-clasico-sovietico-igor-palmin El estilo artístico de Ígor Palmín (1933–2025) se inspira en el vanguardismo y el modernismo, y se formó bajo la influencia del arte no oficial soviético, del cual se convirtió en su cronista más constante. A continuación, algunas de sus imágenes más icónicas.

Así se convirtió un traductor inglés en un bloguero popular en Rusia Svetlana Lomákina 26 noviembre 2025 Estilo de vida

https://es.gw2ru.com/estilo-de-vida/241644-asi-se-convirtio-un-traductor-ingles-en-un-bloguero-popular-en-rusia William Hackett-Jones empezó a aprender ruso en la escuela y lleva ya 20 años viviendo en San Petersburgo. Traduce películas de Hollywood y dirige el canal de comedia ‘Shakespeare is crying’ (‘Shakespeare está llorando’).

En el valle montañoso de Arshán (VIDEO) Puerta a Rusia 27 noviembre 2025 Viajes

https://es.gw2ru.com/viajes/241679-valle-montanoso-de-arshan El silencio del pinar da paso al ímpetu de un río de montaña. Aquí la naturaleza marca el ritmo y los manantiales de aguas minerales son testigos de siglos de historia.

Curiosidades aeronáuticas: Beriev Be-12, el guardián de los mares de la URSS Nikita Petrov 27 noviembre 2025 Ciencia y Tecnología

https://es.gw2ru.com/technologias/241687-beriev-be-12 El Beriev Be-12 fue un hidroavión anfibio diseñado para patrullar los mares soviéticos en busca de submarinos enemigos.

¿Sabías que Dostoievski, a los 28 años, estuvo a punto de ser fusilado? Natalia Kochetkova 27 noviembre 2025 Historia

https://es.gw2ru.com/historia/241682-sabias-que-dostoievski-a-los-28-anos-estuvo-a-punto-de-ser-fusilado El 11 de noviembre de 1821 nació Fiódor Dostoievski. Para 1847, el joven pero ya reconocido escritor (tras la publicación de su novela Pobres gentes el influyente crítico Vissarión Belinski lo había llamado “el nuevo Gógol”) se había unido al círculo de los petrashevistas: un grupo de intelectuales que se reunían para debatir ideas socialistas, criticar el régimen zarista y hablar abiertamente de un posible golpe de Estado. Por ello fue arrestado, pasó ocho meses en la fortaleza de San Pedro y San Pablo y fue condenado a muerte por fusilamiento.

Los 5 grandes locos de la literatura rusa (IMÁGENES) Natalia Kochetkova 27 noviembre 2025 Cultura

https://es.gw2ru.com/cultura/241680-5-grandes-locos-de-la-literatura-rusa El tema de la locura en la literatura rusa es uno de los más ricos y desarrollados. A través de este prisma, los escritores han revelado los vicios de la sociedad, las debilidades humanas y han explorado los límites de la razón. Hemos seleccionado cinco obras que, a nuestro juicio, representan esta locura con especial fuerza y expresividad.

Huibin, de China: cómo entender y amar el ruso sin pasarlo mal ni aburrirte Huibin Liu 20 octubre 2025 Estilo de vida

https://es.gw2ru.com/estilo-de-vida/240256-huibin-de-china-como-entender-y-amar-el-ruso-sin-pasarlo-mal-ni-aburrirte Huibin Liu, nuestro editor de la versión china de ‘Puerta a Rusia’, comparte sus observaciones sobre la lengua rusa y consejos para superar el miedo a los casos y llegar a hablar como un nativo.

'Odet' (vestir a alguien) y 'nadet' (ponerse algo) son parónimos en ruso Puerta a Rusia 10 octubre 2025 Educación

https://es.gw2ru.com/educacion/239888-odet-y-nadet-paronimos-en-ruso Aunque se parecen, tienen significados distintos. ¿Cómo evitar confusiones?

¿En qué viaja ‘Ded Moroz’, el Papa Noel ruso? Natalia Kochetkova 28 noviembre 2025 Cultura

https://es.gw2ru.com/cultura/241726-en-que-viaja-ded-moroz-el-papa-noel-ruso No se desplaza en renos. No vuela en un dron. Ded Moroz viaja en tren. En uno especial, que ya salió desde Veliki Ústiug.

En memoria del artista conceptual Erik Bulátov Anna Popova 27 noviembre 2025 Cultura

https://es.gw2ru.com/cultura/241688-en-memoria-del-artista-conceptual-erik-bulatov Bulátov fue uno de los artistas rusos más conocidos del mundo. En sus obras, la frontera entre la pintura y la vida real es casi imperceptible: la imagen y el texto se fusionan en una sola historia, literalmente dialogando con el espectador.

¿Qué es el 'número dual' en ruso? Alexandra Gúzeva 28 noviembre 2025 Educación

Suele creerse que el ruso solo tiene formas singular y plural. Sin embargo, históricamente, el ruso (como muchas otras lenguas) también contaba con un 'número dual'. Esta categoría gramatical se perdió con el tiempo, aunque todavía pueden percibirse algunos vestigios. https://es.gw2ru.com/educacion/241728-que-es-el-numero-dual-en-ruso

Se venden en internet fragmentos de un meteorito caído en Rusia Anna Popova 28 noviembre 2025 Estilo de vida

https://es.gw2ru.com/estilo-de-vida/241729-se-venden-en-internet-fragmentos-de-un-meteorito-caido-en-rusia ¿Quieres estar más cerca de las estrellas? ¡No hay problema! Puedes comprarte un pedacito de un cuerpo celeste. En Internet han empezado a vender fragmentos del meteorito que pasó a finales de octubre sobre las regiones de Moscú, Tver y Nóvgorod.

5 hitos de la aviación y astronáutica soviética y rusa que marcaron la historia Nikita Petrov 08 septiembre 2025 Ciencia y Tecnología

https://es.gw2ru.com/technologias/238612-5-hitos-de-la-aviacion-y-astronautica-sovietica-y-rusa-que-marcaron-la-historia Cuando hablamos de innovación aeronáutica y espacial, solemos pensar en nombres como Boeing, Airbus o el Space Shuttle. Sin embargo, la Unión Soviética (y más tarde Rusia) protagonizó algunos de los avances más audaces y sorprendentes de la historia. Desde los primeros reactores civiles hasta naves espaciales autónomas, repasemos cinco hitos que cambiaron el rumbo de la tecnología aérea y espacial.

¿Qué significa la expresión 'попасть впросак' ('meterse en un prosak')? Anna Popova 18 septiembre 2025 Educación

https://es.gw2ru.com/educacion/239056-que-significa-la-expresion-meterse-en-un-prosak Si de repente te encuentras en una situación incómoda o complicada, solo se puede constatar que te has 'metido en un prosak'.

Grandes maestros rusos (casi) olvidados: Bulgákov Puerta a Rusia 28 noviembre 2025 Cultura

Grandes maestros rusos (casi) olvidados: Bulgákov Puerta a Rusia 28 noviembre 2025 Cultura https://es.gw2ru.com/cultura/241724-grandes-maestros-rusos-casi-olvidados-bulgakov Aprende la letra 'Б' y descubre a uno de los escritores rusos más singulares.

jueves, 27 de noviembre de 2025

Silk Road soundtrack returns in full volume Ancient Uygur melodies, once nearly forgotten, are back with fresh energy and global acclaim, Wang Xin reports in Shanghai. By Wang Xin in Shanghai | China Daily | Updated: 2025-11-21 05:31

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202511/21/WS691f88b5a310d6866eb2a96d.html

The captivating odyssey of a Zhuang brocade artist chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2025-11-20 15:36

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202511/20/WS691ec51ba310d6866eb2a857.html

Dressed for honor: Celebrating Ming Dynasty's top scholar

https://culturepedia.chinadaily.com.cn/#/articleDetailPage/1988133187559882752

Winter Clothing Festival: A day of remembrance and warmth

https://culturepedia.chinadaily.com.cn/#/articleDetailPage/1991430359621566464 The Hanyi Festival, also known as Winter Clothing Festival, Ancestor Worship Festival, or October Memorial Day, is an important traditional day of remembrance in China. It is observed annually on the first day of the tenth month of the traditional Chinese calendar. This year, the festival falls on Nov 20.

Zhuang Brocade

https://culturepedia.chinadaily.com.cn/#/entryDetailPage/1988514916654792704 Zhuang brocade is a traditional textile art from Guangxi, China, rooted in Zhuang ethnic customs. Renowned for vibrant colors and intricate patterns, it reflects rich history and artistry. Recognized as national intangible heritage, its origins trace to the Western Han Dynasty, evolving through influences from Tang, Song, Ming, and Qing dynasties.

Yungang Grottoes

https://culturepedia.chinadaily.com.cn/#/entryDetailPage/1862418923629912065 The Yungang Grottoes, located west of Datong city in Shanxi province, China, are a remarkable testament to the artistic and cultural achievements of ancient China. Constructed against the mountain, these grottoes stretch over a kilometer from east to west and encapsulate an astounding 45 caves, 252 Buddhist shrines and 59,000 statues within an 18,000 square meter area. They were inscribed as a UNESCO World Cultural Heritage site in 2001.

Golf: China's ancient game? 2025-11-21 15:28:47

https://culturepedia.chinadaily.com.cn/#/articleDetailPage/1991770754947293184 The Scots may well have codified golf as we know it – including, after a few false starts, making it a game of 18 holes. But the jury's still out on who first came up with the idea of an open-air game that involves using a stick to hit a ball towards a target. The Romans played a game called paganica, in which a ball stuffed with feathers and wool was hit with a bent stick, while the Dutch played a stick-and-ball game called colf as early as the 13th century.

Artist channels childhood memories into dreamlike paintings By Lin Qi | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2025-11-27 15:32

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202511/27/WS6927fe96a310d6866eb2bba4.html Growing up in Wenzhou, Zhejiang province, ink artist Wang Yiya says her childhood was filled with relaxation and the warmth of visiting historical pavilions, temples, pagodas and garden residences in her hometown. She enjoyed being lost in the passages and rooms of these sites, where the deities and fair ladies in the wall paintings would often calm her down.

Black Myth enthusiast discovers Shanxi's ancient wonders By Wang Yujie and Zhang Na | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2025-11-22 15:17

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202511/22/WS692163b0a310d6866eb2ae2b.html The success of Black Myth: Wukong has not only captivated players worldwide but also shone a spotlight on the ancient architecture of Shanxi, where most of the game scenes were set. Elliot Maldonado, an avid fan of the game from the United States, followed the game's map in real life, visiting Xiaoxitian, Fencheng Ancient Town and Shuanglin Temple. This journey allowed him to experience the vibrant history and culture of China firsthand. He realized that there are other heroes apart from the Monkey King - those who quietly guard these ancient structures against time.

Currents carry history of capitals By DENG ZHANGYU | China Daily | Updated: 2025-11-27 07:50

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202511/27/WS69279248a310d6866eb2b981.html When the Yellow River flows into the heart of the Central Plains in Henan province, it carries more than just silt from the Loess Plateau — it bears years of Chinese civilization in its currents.

Exhibition on Chinese characters shows language origin, cultural exchanges in London Xinhua | Updated: 2025-11-24 11:21

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202511/24/WS6923cf5da310d6866eb2b101.html A special event for an exhibition in London tracing the evolution of Chinese characters and their role in cultural exchange between China and the West kicked off Saturday at a gallery in London.

Zhoushan village artists make a comeback in Beijing By Lin Qi | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2025-11-27 14:42

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202511/27/WS6927f2c4a310d6866eb2bb6f.html The long-forgotten history of the Lisbon Maru during World War II was brought into the spotlight after this Japanese transport ship became the subject of the 2024 documentary film, The Sinking of the Lisbon Maru. When British prisoners of war aboard the vessel struggled in the ocean as the ship sank, Chinese fishermen from the nearby Zhoushan islands came to rescue.

Civilization shaped by mighty waters China's 'mother river' opens its cultural park, sharing with visitors its long history, expansive landscapes and unmatched heritage, Deng Zhangyu reports. By Deng Zhangyu | China Daily | Updated: 2025-11-27 07:54

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202511/27/WS69279354a310d6866eb2b991.html Editor's note: China Daily reporters leverage local expertise to devise diverse itineraries that showcase a blend of historical landmarks and natural wonders in highly recommended cities and sites, offering practical guidance to experience the country.

Tastes & traditions of the Yellow River From noodles and dumplings to opera and festivals, explore the authentic flavors and captivating performances shaped by millennia, Deng Zhangyu reports. By Deng Zhangyu | China Daily | Updated: 2025-11-27 07:28

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202511/27/WS69278d21a310d6866eb2b963.html The Yellow River has not only nurtured Chinese civilization but also cultivated countless intangible cultural treasures. For generations, residents along its basin have passed down their daily rituals — food, arts and celebrations that reflect their deep connection to the water and land. We have curated a journey through key cities to savor iconic dishes and immersive performances that can be found along the river's entire course in the Yellow River National Cultural Park.

Micro-drama honors French doctor's quiet wartime courage By Xu Fan | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2025-11-27 15:39

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202511/27/WS6928003ba310d6866eb2bba9.html The heroic endeavors of Jean Augustin Bussiere, a French doctor who once cycled 40 kilometers to deliver medicine to the Eighth Route Army, are retold in the micro-drama Bussiere Garden.

Ancient craft of New Year paintings thrives in Tianjin By Yan Dongjie in Tianjin | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2025-11-27 15:53

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202511/27/WS69280372a310d6866eb2bbb2.html Yangliuqing Woodblock New Year Paintings have become a reliable crowd-puller at public events in Tianjin. Visitors queue to ink pear woodblocks, press sheets of Xuan paper, and watch colorful New Year-painting figures appear almost instantly.

Ink heritage grows through partnership By Lin Qi | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2025-11-27 17:14

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202511/27/WS6928168da310d6866eb2bbe3.html An exhibition now on at the Jinxiu Art Gallery, on the southwestern outskirts of Beijing, celebrates the fruits of a close collaboration between the Communication University of China and China National Academy of Painting in rejuvenating Chinese ink tradition.

From tradition to trend Traditional Chinese craftsmanship is reborn through youthful innovation and rising international demand. By GUI QIAN | CHINA DAILY | Updated: 2025-11-26 07:18

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202511/26/WS6926395aa310d6866eb2b5a8.html The National Exhibition and Convention Center in Shanghai was bustling with visitors attending the 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE).

SW China's Xizang identifies over 3,300 new cultural relics via national survey Xinhua | Updated: 2025-11-27 17:21

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202511/27/WS69281823a310d6866eb2bbf3.html LHASA -- Southwest China's Xizang autonomous region has discovered 3,346 new cultural relic sites during the second phase of the fourth national cultural relics census, raising the region's total to 7,623, its regional cultural relics bureau said Thursday.

Exhibition highlights connection between tech and humans By Li Ziyi and Wang Jing | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2025-11-26 22:12

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202511/26/WS69270aeea310d6866eb2b928.html What will life be like for humans in the future as technologies evolve? The International Cartoon and Illustration Exhibition on a Community with a Shared Future for Humanity 2025 is being held in Beijing, featuring 101 artworks selected from nearly 3,100 submissions from 58 countries and regions. Watch the video to explore how these pieces highlight the connections between technology and everyday life through diverse perspectives.

Where two rivers turn gold in a realm of wonder Shifting waters meet at the striking confluence in Gansu, revealing ancient stories, quiet beauty, and fleeting moments of awe, Deng Zhangyu and Ma Jingna report. By Deng Zhangyu and Ma Jingna | China Daily | Updated: 2025-11-27 07:40

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202511/27/WS69278fe2a310d6866eb2b975.html The Yellow River, China's revered mother river, begins its journey on the snowcapped Qinghai-Tibet Plateau, flowing eastward with emerald clarity until it reaches the Loess Plateau in Gansu province. Here, at the threshold of this distinctive landscape, it meets the Taohe River, a major tributary, and undergoes a striking shift, taking on the golden hue that gives the river its name.

Bookstore inside 326-meter sinkhole becomes viral landmark By Zhang Li and Shi Ruipeng | chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2025-11-27 14:13

https://www.chinadaily.com.cn/a/202511/27/WS6927ec01a310d6866eb2bb5b.html A cliffside bookstore in the walls of a 326-meter-deep sinkhole in Hechi, Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region, is drawing widespread attention for its dramatic setting and unusual reading experience.

miércoles, 26 de noviembre de 2025

UVC-enhanced oxidation of As(III) at neutral pH using zerovalent iron nanoparticles Deisy C. Pabón [1] , Marta I. Litter* [1]

https://www.academia.edu/3065-9736/2/4/10.20935/AcadNano7928 The presence of arsenic in water for human consumption is a dramatic problem that causes serious health problems. Inorganic As species (As(III) or As(V)) are the most common and toxic forms, of which As(III) is the most harmful, mobile and difficult to remove; therefore, preoxidation into As(V) is generally performed in removal procedures. Irradiation using UV-Vis light is a way to enhance the oxidation of As(III) when using zerovalent iron nanoparticles (nZVI). In this study, As(III)-containing solutions of high concentrations (1–10 mg l−1) at a circumneutral pH were treated with commercial nZVI (with an average 50 nm particle size) using different molar ratios (MRs) of As(III) to total iron under UVC irradiation (with a 254 nm germicidal lamp). The optimal conditions for the treatment were an initial As(III) concentration of 1 mg l−1, an MR = 1:30, and a pH of around 6. The oxidation was enhanced compared with that in experiments in the dark and heightened with an increase in the amount of nZVIs. A mechanism was proposed. The most important features of this 254 nm system are that the As(III) oxidation by the nanoparticles is enhanced by UVC irradiation, compared with that in the same experiments under UVA-Vis light (centered at 365 nm), because a higher amount of H2O2 is formed and adding external H2O2 is not needed. The As(V) formed remains partially adsorbed onto the final iron products and partially dissolved in the suspension, from which it can later be removed using conventional technologies. The process is efficient, low-cost, and easily scalable.

Structural evolution of Ni/NiO nanostructures synthesized by pulsed laser ablation in water Monolina Chowdhury [1] , Bibek K. Singh [2] , Sudarshan Vadnala [3] , Archana Tiwari [4] , Ajay Tripathi [2] , Rajesh Rawat* [1]

https://www.academia.edu/3065-9736/2/4/10.20935/AcadNano7969 We report on the structural analysis of nickel (Ni)/nickel oxide (NiO) nanoparticles (NPs) synthesized in deionized water (DI) using the pulsed laser ablation in liquid (PLAL) technique. The laser-generated NPs exhibit a bimodal size distribution. The structural analysis of the as-produced NPs using microscopic techniques reveals the formation of a core–shell structure along with three distinct features of Ni/NiO nanostructures, namely, nanosheet, hollow, and chain-like formations. The formation of these structures is attributed to the physical properties of the liquid medium and the cavitation bubble (CB) dynamics that occur during the PLAL process. The formation of nanosheet-like structures in the nanocolloid is attributed to the deformation of the CB and the presence of high pressure at the bubble-target interface during collapse. The formation of the hollow NPs is attributed to the Kirkendall effect, while nanochain-like structures result from the post-ablation effects and localized reheating and melting during the PLAL process. The selected area electron diffraction pattern analysis reveals the presence of both Ni and NiO phases, indicating that the synthesized NPs are polycrystalline. Furthermore, based on the experimental findings, the possible growth mechanisms for the formation of different Ni/NiO nanostructures in DI are discussed.

Advances in polymer nanocomposite coatings for pipeline corrosion mitigation and structural durability Leonard Etonyeaku [1] , Jacob Muthu* [2] , Golam Kabir [1,3]

https://www.academia.edu/3065-9736/2/4/10.20935/AcadNano7993 The corrosion of pipelines remains a critical challenge for not only the oil and gas industry but also other infrastructures where carbon steel is used, which results in significant operational risks, environmental hazards, and financial losses. This condition presents a pressing need for effective and sustainable pipeline corrosion mitigation that ensures public safety, asset protection, and zero environmental tolerance. Polymer nanocomposite coatings offer a promising solution for effective corrosion mitigation, yet optimizing their composition for long-term durability and integrity management poses a complex task. The complexity in the use of polymer nanocomposites results from their nanoscale structure, which requires proper formulation to ensure their effectiveness. Property optimization of the nanocomposite structure is necessary to position the coating material to function effectively. This paper reviews the mechanisms by which PNCs mitigate corrosion, including their barrier formation, electrochemical insulation, and self-healing capabilities. It further examines how nanofillers contribute to property optimization, improving toughness, abrasion resistance, and chemical durability. The role of PNCs in integrity management is also discussed, with emphasis on their performance in complex coupled environments. While laboratory results are promising, industrial scalability, cost, and environmental safety remain key challenges. The paper concludes with recommendations for future research. One takeaway from this review, amongst others, is that real-life systems are rarely linear, and world processes involve multiple interacting variables which require us to understand how inputs affect response outcomes.

The optical and electrical properties of vertical graphene grown on diamond substrate Feitong Ren [1] , Xiaolu Yuan* [1,2] , Jinlong Liu [1] , Junjun Wei [1] , Liangxian Chen [1] , Wenrui Wang [2] , Xiaoping Ouyang [3] , Chengming Li* [1]

https://www.academia.edu/3065-9736/2/4/10.20935/AcadNano8013 Vertical graphene (VG) is a promising carbon material for optoelectronics applications owing to its strong light absorption and abundant edge sites. Compared with silicon-based devices, directly integrating VG on diamond substrates enhances interfacial bonding and reduces phonon scattering, enabling superior stability and performance. However, the influence of plasma–substrate interactions under bias on the structural and functional evolution of VG has not been fully understood. In this work, VG was synthesized on diamond using a direct current bias-assisted plasma-enhanced chemical vapor deposition system under controlled negative bias voltages of 90 V, 120 V, and 150 V. The results show that moderate bias promotes vertical alignment, with nanoflakes reaching ~2.6 µm in height, exhibiting multilayer stacking and cauliflower-like morphology, while excessive bias causes disorder and plasma instability. Optical characterization reveals broadband absorption exceeding 85% from 400 to 2400 nm and electrical testing demonstrates a minimum sheet resistance of 48.6 Ω/☐ with conductivity up to 2060 S·cm−1. Kelvin probe force microscopy further shows work functions of ~5.00–5.08 eV, and confirms bias-dependent modulation of surface potential linked to defect-assisted Fermi-level tuning. These findings confirm that bias-assisted growth enables precise control over VG morphology and properties. The optimized DC plasma process provides a robust route to fabricate high-quality VG/diamond heterostructures, while the resulting all-carbon system exhibits excellent photoelectric performance, highlighting its potential for broadband optoelectronic applications.

Red Spider Nebula

https://www.nasa.gov/image-article/red-spider-nebula/

NASA’s Roman Observatory Passes Spate of Key Tests

https://www.nasa.gov/missions/roman-space-telescope/nasas-roman-observatory-passes-spate-of-key-tests/

NASA, NOAA Rank 2025 Ozone Hole as 5th Smallest Since 1992

https://science.nasa.gov/earth/nasa-noaa-rank-2025-ozone-hole-as-5th-smallest-since-1992/

NASA’s Mars-bound ESCAPADE Mission Captures First ‘Selfies’

https://science.nasa.gov/blogs/escapade/2025/11/24/nasas-mars-bound-escapade-mission-captures-first-selfies/

NASA Orbiter Shines New Light on Long-Running Martian Mystery

https://www.nasa.gov/missions/mars-reconnaissance-orbiter/nasa-orbiter-shines-new-light-on-long-running-martian-mystery/

CHAPEA Crew Begins Stay Inside NASA’s Mars Habitat for Second Mission

https://www.nasa.gov/humans-in-space/chapea-crew-begins-stay-inside-nasas-mars-habitat-for-second-mission/

NASA’s TROPICS Completes Storm-Studying Mission

https://www.nasa.gov/blogs/smallsatellites/2025/11/25/nasas-tropics-completes-storm-studying-mission/

Crew Works Wide Variety of Research and Awaits New Arrivals

https://www.nasa.gov/blogs/spacestation/2025/11/25/crew-works-wide-variety-of-research-and-awaits-new-arrivals/

OSIRIS-APEX (Origins, Spectral Interpretation, Resource Identification, and Security - Apophis Explorer)

https://science.nasa.gov/blogs/osiris-apex/2025/11/25/nasas-osiris-apex-spacecraft-slingshots-past-earth/

25 Years on the International Space Station

https://www.nasa.gov/international-space-station/iss25/

Expedition 73

https://www.nasa.gov/mission/expedition-73/

NASA Astronaut Christopher L. Williams NASA Astronaut

https://www.nasa.gov/people/nasa-astronaut-christopher-l-williams/

NASA Sets Coverage for Crew Launch to Join Station Expedition

https://www.nasa.gov/news-release/nasa-sets-coverage-for-crew-launch-to-join-station-expedition/

Verbos dicendi, declarativos o del habla

http://blog.tsedi.com/verbos-dicendi-declarativos-o-del-habla/

Inciso significado: definición y usos en gramática, arte y ley

https://conceptode.info/conceptos-basicos/inciso-significado/

El inciso en el diálogo

El inciso en el diálogo El inciso es la intervención del narrador testigo en un diálogo para indicar quién habla. Normalmente, mediante el uso de los verbos declarativos también llamados verbos dicendi “dijo él” y “dijo ella” https://serescritor.com/el-inciso-en-el-dialogo/?utm_campaign=articulo-603&utm_medium=email&utm_source=acumbamail

martes, 25 de noviembre de 2025

Islam and the Wonder of the Night Sky by News Desk

https://muslimheritage.com/wonder-of-the-night-sky/ Starting on the 26th April 2025, the Royal Observatory Greenwich will host a programme of planetarium shows celebrating the Muslim world’s contributions to astronomy.

Lunar Formations and Astronomers from Muslim Civilisation by Salim Al-Hassani - 1001 Book Chief Editor

https://muslimheritage.com/lunar-formations/ The article highlights how several lunar formations are named after prominent astronomers from the Muslim civilisation, acknowledging their significant contributions to the field of astronomy. First initiated in the 17th century by Jesuit scholar Riccioli and later formalized by the International Astronomical Union in 1935, these names honor figures such as Ibn al-Haytham, Al-Farghani, Al-Battani, Al-Zarqali, and others. Their pioneering work in optics, celestial measurements, and star catalogues had a lasting impact on both Islamic and European scientific traditions, reflecting the deep historical connection between scholars from the Muslim civilisation and the development of astronomy.

The New Chemical Medicine by Natalia Bachour

https://muslimheritage.com/the-new-chemical-medicine/ In the sixteenth century, new and revolutionary medical concepts emerged in Europe. The traditional school of Galenic medicine was confronted with a new doctrine called nova medicina, rooted in alchemy, astrology, magic and natural philosophy.

Natural Sciences in the Islamic Context by Glen M. Cooper

https://muslimheritage.com/natural-sciences/ This article provides a comprehensive overview of the history of Islamic science as well as current issues and future trends in the discipline. Significant references to modern scholarship on Islamic science and medicine, including the transmission of knowledge to the West, are reviewed to illustrate the rich heritage and ongoing research in this field.

The Orbital Elements of Venus in Medieval Islamic Astronomy: Interaction Between Traditions and the Accuracy of Observations by S. Mohammad Mozaffari

https://muslimheritage.com/the-orbital-elements-of-venus/ The orbital elements of each planet are the eccentricity and the direction of the apsidal line of its orbit defined by the ecliptic longitude of either of its apses, i.e., the two points on its orbit where the planet is either furthest from or closest to the Earth, which are called the planet’s apogee and perigee. In the geocentric view of the solar system, the eccentricity of Venus is a bit less than half of the solar one, and its apogee is located behind that of the Sun. Ptolemy correctly found that the apogee of Venus is behind that of the Sun, but determined the eccentricity of Venus to be exactly half the solar one. In the Indian Midnight System of Āryabhaṭa (b. ad 476), the eccentricity of Venus is assumed to be half the solar one, and also the longitudes of their apogees are assumed to be the same. This hypothesis became prevalent in early medieval Middle Eastern astronomy (ad 800–1000), where its adoption resulted in large errors of more than 10° in the values for the longitude of the apogee of Venus adopted by Yaḥyā b. Abī Manṣūr (d. ad 830), al-Battānī (d. ad 929), and Ibn Yūnus (d. ad 1007). In Western Islamic astronomy, it was used in combination with Ibn al-Zarqālluh’s (d. ad 1100) solar model with variable eccentricity, which only by coincidence resulted in accurate values for the eccentricity of Venus. In late Islamic Middle Eastern astronomy (from ad 1000 onwards), Āryabhaṭa’s hypothesis gradually lost its dominance. Ibn al-A‘lam (d. ad 985) seems to have been the first Islamic astronomer who rejected it. Late Eastern Islamic astronomers from the middle of the thirteenth century onwards arrived at the correct understanding that the eccentricity of Venus should be somewhat less than half of the solar one. Its most accurate medieval value was measured in the Samarqand observatory in the fifteenth century. Also, the values for the longitude of the apogee of Venus show a significant improvement in late Middle Eastern Islamic works, reaching an accuracy better than a degree in Khāzinī’s Mu‘tabar zīj, Ibn al-Fahhād’s ‘Alā’ī zīj, the Īlkhānī zīj, and Ulugh Beg’s Sulṭānī zīj.

The Observational Instruments at the Maragha Observatory after AD 1300 by S. Mohammad Mozaffari, Georg Zotti

https://muslimheritage.com/instruments-maragha-observatory/ The present paper introduces, investigates, analyses, and comments on an anonymous treatise in Persian named al-Risāla al-Ghāzāniyya fi ’l-ālāt al-raṣadiyya, “Ghāzān’s (or Ghāzānid) treatise on the observational instruments”, which describes the structure, construction, and functions of twelve “new” observational instruments in the medieval period that appear to have been proposed and invented during the reign of Ghāzān Khān, the seventh Ilkhan of the Ilkhanid dynasty of Iran (21 October 1295–17 May 1304). In the sections below we consider the treatise in the light of two issues: (1) the assumption that the primary historical sources may contain interesting notes and claims concerning Ghāzān Khān’s astronomical activities and especially the new observatory that he founded in Tabriz, and (2) the fact that at present there are hardly any sound and historically reliable accounts of the activities of the Maragha Observatory from around 1280 onwards. It is thus essential to explore the issues that constitute the principal historical features of the research, i.e., Ghāzān, the Maragha Observatory, and astronomical activities, and to clarify the contextual relations between them. In what follows we present the key historical facts (derived from the primary sources) regarding Ghāzān and his connection to both astronomy and the Maragha Observatory. Second, we describe the Maragha Observatory in the period in question, giving further details about the observational programs conducted there and noting the substantial differences between them. These data cast new light on the activities of the observatory and, as we shall see below, may challenge the established history. We then examine the treatise, its contents, the manuscripts available, and the original approach applied to the design and construction of the instruments. In the final section, we examine the notes (and the possible misunderstandings as well) deduced from the treatise as regards the instruments, their physical construction, and their relation to Ghāzān and the Maragha Observatory. The section also contains two open discussions on the only possible archaeological evidence for the instruments and the authorship of the treatise. The most important evidence is, of course, provided by the instruments themselves and the new approach applied to their design and construction, which we discuss in the second part of the paper along with a classification of the different types of the instruments. We describe the configuration and functions of each instrument separately. These two sections are based on the text; a few changes in the order and arrangement of the materials are introduced to give a fuller account of each instrument in relation to the original text. These are followed by a separate section containing critical comments on the instrument with regard to either technical or historical considerations, including critical remarks such as probable mistakes or omissions in the treatise and some suggestions for corrections and completions, an analysis of our author’s claim concerning the superiority of a new instrument over its precursors, the applicability of each instrument, the comparison of a new instrument with similar historical counterparts, and so on.

Ibn al-Zarqalluh’s discovery of the annual equation of the Moon by S. Mohammad Mozaffari

https://muslimheritage.com/ibn-al-zarqalluh-moon/ Ibn al-Zarqālluh (al-Andalus, d. 1100) introduced a new inequality in the longitudinal motion of the Moon into Ptolemy’s lunar model with the amplitude of 24′, which periodically changes in terms of a sine function with the distance in longitude between the mean Moon and the solar apogee as the variable. It can be shown that the discovery had its roots in his examination of the discrepancies between the times of the lunar eclipses he obtained from the data of his eclipse observations over a 37-year period in the latter part of the eleventh century and the predictions made on the basis of the lunar theories in the Mumta-an-zīj (Baghdad, ca. 830) and al-Battānī’s zīj (Raqqa, d. 929), which were available to him at the time. What Ibn al-Zarqālluh found is, in fact, a special case of the annual equation of the Moon, which is applicable in the oppositions and, thus, in the lunar eclipses. The inequality was discovered independently by Tycho Brahe (d. 1601) and Johannes Kepler (d. 1630). As Ibn Yūnus (d. 1009) reports in his ākimī-zīj, Ibn al-Zarqālluh’s medieval Middle Eastern predecessors, the Persian astronomers Māhānī (d. ca. 880) and Nayrīzī (d. 922) as well as ‘Alī b. Amājūr (fl. ca. 920), were already acquainted with the problem of the eclipse timing errors, but it had remained unresolved until Ibn Yūnus provided a provisional, and incorrect, solution by reducing the size of the lunar epicycle. As we argue, the diverse ways to tackle the same problem stem from two different methodologies in astronomical reasoning in the traditions developed separately in the Eastern and Western regions of the medieval Islamic domain.

Book Review of “Reflections on Observational Astronomy in the Medieval Islamic Period” by S. Mohammad Mozaffari by Fatima Sharif

https://muslimheritage.com/observational-astronomy/ Reflections on Observational Astronomy in the Medieval Islamic Period authored by Dr. S. Mohammad Mozaffari is an essential volume in the history of astronomy shedding light on the comprehensive activities undertaken by Islamic astronomers in the realm of observational astronomy. It explores how these astronomers made observations, interpreted those results, and developed innovative methods to minimise empirical errors. In this book, Mozaffari examines how they derived new values for the astronomical parameters within Ptolemy’s framework, discovered new phenomena or identified hitherto-unknown peculiarities in Ptolemaic astronomy, and how and why they designed new instruments to advance their objectives.

A Tale of Two Civilisations: The Viking and the Muslim Civilisation by Cem Nizamoglu, Sairah Yassir-Deane

https://muslimheritage.com/vikings/ Dating back to March 2015, news regarding the discovery of a ring found on a Viking woman in an ancient burial ground with the inscription 'For/To Allah' erupted in mainstream media. The mystery surrounding how these vastly different cultures became intertwined has intrigued and continues to intrigue many. Some named it the “mysterious ring”, some actively deliberated and debated questions as well as made up theories of how or why it arrived in Sweden. It is worth noting however that this was not the only contact documented between the Viking and Muslim Civilisation. This article aims to shed light on the transmission between the Viking and Muslim civilisation regarding this ring and beyond. It also aims to address the misconceptions surrounding the discussion of the Islamic World during medieval times along with the relationship between the Viking and Muslim Civilisation which demonstrates how far historical amnesia spans.

Buried Evidence: Islamic Viking Burial Garments by Cem Nizamoglu, Sairah Yassir-Deane

https://muslimheritage.com/islamic-viking-burial-garments/ As predicted in our previous article dating back to May 2015, additional studies and research have indeed revealed more artefacts illustrating European and Islamic Civilisation interconnectivity. Similar to the Viking woman who was found wearing an Islamic silver ring, it was recently revealed that Arabic characters on Viking burial garments have also been brought to light. This paper and the previous make the case that these discoveries indeed indicate the vast multicultural wealth which lies in overlooked places as it does in overlooked languages. What is more, the need to continue investing in research surrounding excavations such as the aforementioned to further demonstrate how interconnected civilisations such as the Viking and Muslim were.

Arabic Mission to the Volga by Media Desk

https://muslimheritage.com/arabic-mission-to-the-volga/

Waqf (Endowment) for Sustainable Water Management: Waqf Practices and Initiatives Throughout Muslim Civilizations by Marwan Haddad

https://muslimheritage.com/waqf-endowment/ This research paper explores the role of waqf (Islamic endowment) in sustainable water management across various Muslim civilizations, highlighting its historical significance and enduring impact. Throughout Islamic history, waqf has been a powerful tool for the development and maintenance of water infrastructure, including canals, aqueducts, wells, and irrigation systems. This paper examines key examples of water-related waqf initiatives from different periods to illustrate how waqf played a crucial role in providing equitable access to water resources, supporting agriculture, fostering urban development, caring about public welfare and health, and protecting the environment. By integrating Islamic principles of social justice, environmental stewardship, and public welfare, waqf ensured the long-term sustainability of water resources in both rural and urban settings. The research highlights the relevance of these historical practices for modern water management challenges, emphasizing how waqf principles can contribute to contemporary efforts for sustainable development, particularly in water-scarce regions. The study concludes by suggesting how waqf mechanisms can be revitalized and adapted to address current local as well as global water issues, blending Islamic traditions with modern governance frameworks for more resilient and equitable water resource management.

Chemistry, Pharmacology and Pharmacy – Contributions of Islamic Scholars to the Scientific Enterprise by Yasmeen Mahnaz Faruqi

https://muslimheritage.com/contributions-chemistry/ Scholars from Muslim Civilisation such as Jaber ibn Haiyan (Jabir ibn Hayyan) and Al-Razi laid the foundations of modern chemistry through their experiments and descriptions of chemical substances and processes. Al-Razi’s Secret of Secrets is seen as an early laboratory manual. Their discoveries, including inorganic acids, had lasting industrial and military impact. In pharmacology and pharmacy, Muslim civilisations advanced drug composition and preparation, drawing and expanding on Greek, Persian, and Indian knowledge. They introduced syrups, juleps, and apothecaries. such as Ibn al-Baytar’s botanical work was a key reference in Europe until the Renaissance.

Star-finders Astrolabes by Cem Nizamoglu

https://muslimheritage.com/star-finders-astrolabes/ Over a thousand-year period in Muslim Civilisation, epoch-making discoveries and contributions, such as the first record of a star system outside our own galaxy were made. Also astronomical instruments including celestial globes, armillary spheres, sextants and especially astrolabes were developed laying the foundation for modern-day astronomy.

Mathematical Science – Contributions of Islamic Scholars to the Scientific Enterprise by Yasmeen Mahnaz Faruqi

https://muslimheritage.com/mathematical-science/ The mathematical sciences of the Islamic world flourished between the 8th and 13th centuries, building on Greek, Indian, Babylonian, and Persian traditions while introducing groundbreaking innovations of their own. Muslim scholars refined arithmetic with the adoption of Hindu numerals and the invention of zero (sifr), which revolutionized calculation and spread to Europe through Al-Andalus (Parts of Spain, Italy and Portogul). Thinkers like al-Khwarizmi, the “father of algebra,” laid the foundations of modern algebra, while Umar Khayyam advanced the study of cubic equations, and al-Battani developed trigonometry with lasting influence on astronomy and navigation. The great polymath Ibn al-Haytham (Alhazen) transformed optics, geometry, and experimental science, his work later inspiring European scholars such as Kepler and Bacon. By integrating algebra with geometry, introducing new number theories, and pioneering mathematical modeling, Islamic mathematicians not only preserved ancient knowledge but also pushed it far beyond its origins, shaping the course of mathematics, science, and exploration in both the Islamic world and Renaissance Europe.

The Turkish hammam is not merely for physical cleansing; it is an activity deeply rooted in Muslims’ public and religious lifestyle by Leon Barkho

https://muslimheritage.com/turkish-hammam/ This article examines the hammam, or traditional Islamic bathhouse, as both a spiritual and communal institution in Muslim societies. Building on Greco-Roman thermae, the hammam evolved into a space rooted in Islamic principles of purification, linked to rituals like ghusl and wudu (ablution). Prof. Mesut Idriz highlights its role in hygiene, spirituality, and urban life, while Prof. Ebru Ibish stresses its connection to Islam’s teaching that “cleanliness is half of faith”. More than a bathhouse, the hammam embodied equality, health, and hospitality, leaving an enduring legacy that continues to inspire discussions on heritage, wellness, and community today.

Astronomy – Contributions of Islamic Scholars to the Scientific Enterprise by Yasmeen Mahnaz Faruqi

https://muslimheritage.com/astronomy-contributions/ Long before the telescope, scholars from Muslim Civilisation were mapping the skies with incredible precision. Building on ancient works like Ptolemy’s Almagest, they translated, tested, and corrected ancient theories through their own detailed observations. Al-Khwarizmi pioneered astronomical tables (zij), while Al-Farghani’s writings guided Europe and Central Asia for centuries. By the 13th century, thinkers like Al-Tusi introduced groundbreaking models such as the “Tusi Couple,” which influenced later astronomers, including Ibn al-Shatir, whose ideas on planetary motion bore striking similarities to those of Copernicus. Whether or not Copernicus saw these manuscripts, Islamic innovations, from treating trigonometry as an independent science to refining planetary models, paved the way for the Renaissance and beyond.

Medina to House of Wisdom: Islam and Muslim Contribution to Science of History by Zhilwan Tahir, Abdulwahed Jalal Nori

https://muslimheritage.com/medina-to-house-of-wisdom/ This paper explores the pivotal role of Islam and Muslim scholars in advancing the science of history from the early days of Medina to the flourishing intellectual center of The House of Wisdom. This study provides a comprehensive understanding of the evolution of historical methodologies, preservation of historical knowledge, and cultural essence in both pre-Islamic and Islamic realms. Employing a qualitative research approach, the paper analyzes various genres of Islamic historical writing, including Tabagat, Tarajim, geographical history, and universal history, as well as the methodologies used in documenting and analyzing historical events, such as logical interpretation, natural law interpretation, and speculative interpretation. Through an examination of libraries, scholars, and the transmission of historical knowledge, the paper highlights the enduring legacy of Islamic historiography and its impact on subsequent historiographical traditions. The research findings underscore the significance of Islamic historiography in shaping our understanding of the past and its ongoing relevance in modern academic research. The study contributes to the field by detailing the specific methodologies and analytical frameworks developed by Muslim historians, offering a nuanced perspective on historical processes, and suggesting avenues for future research to further explore the rich heritage of Islamic historical scholarship.

Al-Jazari and His Technological Legacy: Foundations of Robotics and Automation by Mahmud Asilsoy

https://muslimheritage.com/al-jazari-legacy/ This paper investigates the life, inventions, and enduring legacy of Badiʿ al-Zaman Abū al-ʿIzz ibn Ismāʿīl ibn al-Razzāz al-Jazarī, a pioneering mechanical engineer of the 12th–13th centuries whose work exemplifies the intellectual and technological achievements of the Islamic Golden Age. Focusing on his seminal manuscript, The Book of Knowledge of Ingenious Mechanical Devices, the study explores Al-Jazarī’s innovative contributions to automation, hydraulics, and mechanical design. By analyzing key inventions—including complex water clocks, automata, and water-raising machines—this research highlights the sophisticated engineering principles embedded in his work, many of which prefigure concepts in modern robotics and cybernetics. The paper also situates Al-Jazarī within the broader historical and cultural context of medieval Islamic science and reflects on the interdisciplinary nature of his legacy, emphasizing its relevance to contemporary engineering, education, and design ethics. Through a critical examination of both primary texts and contemporary scholarship, this study reasserts Al-Jazarī’s rightful place as a visionary precursor to modern mechanical engineering and robotics.

The Nesuh-aga Mosque in Mostar: An Enduring Jewel of Islamic Architecture by Spahic Omer

https://muslimheritage.com/nesuh-aga-mosque/ This article examines the distinctive architecture of the Nesuh-aga Mosque in Mostar, presenting it as a lasting archetype of Ottoman-Islamic design in the region, one that has withstood the test of time and the trials of history. Synthesizing architectural, artistic, and spiritual sensibilities, the mosque emerges as more than a mere place of worship; it stands as a testament to a sophisticated culture and a refined civilization. The discussion engages with key aspects such as historical context, architectural typology, decorative elements, the dome, the minbar, the mihrab, the mahfil, the minaret, and the two-tiered portico. The methodology employed integrates descriptive, interpretive, and analytical dimensions, approaching the mosque as both a conceptual framework and a spatial reality, tangible as well as experiential.

Book Review: From Crosses to Crescents: Artifacts That Brought Medieval Islam and Christianity Together by Leon Barkho Published on: 11th November 2025

Book Review: From Crosses to Crescents: Artifacts That Brought Medieval Islam and Christianity Together by Leon Barkho Published on: 11th November 2025 https://muslimheritage.com/crosses-to-crescents/ The volume “The Medieval Mediterranean between Islam and Christianity: Crosspollinations in Art, Architecture, and Material Culture” reveals that art objects – both Muslim and Christian – played a pivotal role in fostering peace and coexistence among the culturally diverse coastal communities of the medieval Mediterranean. This coexistence, spanning the continents of Europe, Asia, and Africa, did not arise from political treaties or diplomatic negotiations. Instead, it was cultivated through the power of artistic exchange, where objects of faith and beauty became instruments of dialogue and mutual respect. The coexistence of Christianity and Islam in the medieval Mediterranean, according to the volume, produced an interchange of knowledge in architecture and material culture that went well beyond religious and geographical boundaries. The use of Islamic objects in Christian contexts, the conversion of churches into mosques, and the mobility of craftsmen are only some manifestations of what the volume editors dub “aesthetic space,” the notion that aesthetic pleasure transcends boundaries, paving the way to a cross-religious experience and appreciation. In this volume, thirteen international scholars explore various aspects of pan-Mediterranean Christian-Islamic encounters in material culture and art, from textiles to precious oils, and from metalwork to ceramics, covering most of the Mediterranean, as well as parts of its extended hinterland, from Spain and Italy to Egypt and Georgia. Within this frame, one of the most relevant, yet underexplored lines of investigation is that of the “aesthetic space,” the notion that aesthetic pleasure transcends boundaries, paving the way to a cross-religious experience and appreciation.

Charakteristik und gesellschaftliche Bedeutung von Waffenträgern im merowingischen Gallien des 6. Jahrhunderts, MA thesis, Propylaeum.DOK. Publikationsplattform Altertumswissenschaften Heidelberg (Hamburg, 2007). By Laury Sarti

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Borges participó en revistas femeninas, diarios sensacionalistas, periódicos murales: ¿los medios lo moldearon? Por Patricia Kolesnicov

Borges participó en revistas femeninas, diarios sensacionalistas, periódicos murales: ¿los medios lo moldearon? El autor trabajó en distintas publicaciones y parte de su obra apareció en ellos. ¿Allí se hizo el escritor que fue o cada uno le puso su sello? Patricia Kolesnicov Por Patricia Kolesnicov https://www.infobae.com/cultura/2025/11/23/borges-participo-en-revistas-femeninas-diarios-sensacionalistas-periodicos-murales-los-medios-lo-moldearon/

Diana Bellessi y Ursula K. Le Guin: reeditan el mítico libro que las unió, con material desconocido

Diana Bellessi y Ursula K. Le Guin: reeditan el mítico libro que las unió, con material desconocido Treinta años después, vuelve “Las gemelas, El sueño”, firmado por las dos. Una invitación a sumergirse en el universo creativo de dos autoras que transformaron la poesía y la ciencia ficción https://www.infobae.com/cultura/2025/11/24/diana-bellessi-y-ursula-k-le-guin-reeditan-el-mitico-libro-que-las-unio-con-material-desconocido/

“Cartas para la vida”: el libro que transforma la angustia en esperanza con las enseñanzas del Rebe de Lubavitch

“Cartas para la vida”: el libro que transforma la angustia en esperanza con las enseñanzas del Rebe de Lubavitch Desde historias conmovedoras hasta mensajes de acción concreta, la obra demuestra cómo las respuestas de Schneerson siguen impactando y acompañando en tiempos actuales. Aquí lo explica Yamila Silberman, su emisaria en la Argentina https://www.infobae.com/cultura/2025/11/24/cartas-para-la-vida-el-libro-que-transforma-la-angustia-en-esperanza-con-las-ensenanzas-del-rebe-de-lubavitch/

El Met devuelve una importante obra budista del siglo XVIII

El Met devuelve una importante obra budista del siglo XVIII Una pintura histórica, retirada durante la Guerra de Corea, regresa al Templo Sinheungsa tras una ceremonia oficial, marcando un avance en la restitución de patrimonio cultural impulsada por el museo neoyorquino https://www.infobae.com/cultura/2025/11/24/el-met-devuelve-una-importante-obra-budista-del-siglo-xviii/

La feria de Arte Salta, un instante de belleza y pensamiento, que se expande Por Juan Batalla

La feria de Arte Salta, un instante de belleza y pensamiento, que se expande La segunda edición de FAS reunió a más de 200 artistas, a través de 33 galerías, en una celebración que se extendió por la ciudad Juan Batalla Por Juan Batalla https://www.infobae.com/cultura/2025/11/25/la-feria-de-arte-salta-un-instante-de-belleza-y-pensamiento-que-se-expande/

El hallazgo accidental que reconstruyó la historia del primer teatro comercial Por Ed Simon

El hallazgo accidental que reconstruyó la historia del primer teatro comercial Daniel Swift explora en su nuevo libro cómo la vida de William Shakespeare y otros artistas estuvo marcada por el esfuerzo, la creatividad y hasta disputas inmobiliarias en la vibrante Londres del siglo XVI Por Ed Simon https://www.infobae.com/cultura/2025/11/25/el-teatro-isabelino-y-la-genesis-de-shakespeare-una-mirada-al-surgimiento-de-la-industria-cultural-moderna/

Ningún lector es mejor que otro por leer más Por Santiago Vizcaíno Armijos

Ningún lector es mejor que otro por leer más El autor de esta nota, coordinador de la Red Metropolitana de Bibliotecas de Quito, desmonta mitos que nos gustan creer. “Los ladrones de libros son tan pocos que es muy práctico tener libros en el auto, esos carros no se atracan”, dice Por Santiago Vizcaíno Armijos https://www.infobae.com/cultura/2025/11/25/ningun-lector-es-mejor-que-otro-por-la-cantidad-no-es-mejor-quien-lee-mas/

Virgen María: “La escritura es mucho mejor que tener marido”, dice Victoria Liendo Por Patricia Kolesnicov

Virgen María: “La escritura es mucho mejor que tener marido”, dice Victoria Liendo Investigadora y periodista, acaba de publicar “Besos, no”, donde una mujer vive entre París y Buenos Aires con su marido francés, pero la pasión se desvanece Patricia Kolesnicov Por Patricia Kolesnicov https://www.infobae.com/cultura/2025/11/25/besos-no-la-novela-que-nacio-de-un-diario-a-la-virgen-maria-la-escritura-es-mucho-mejor-que-tener-marido-dice-victoria-liendo/

Kurze Geschichte des Smartphones By Jakob Tanner

https://www.academia.edu/50942495/Kurze_Geschichte_des_Smartphones?email_work_card=title Today’s technology emerges from yesterday’s fantasies. And the technological materializations of the future are already present in the imaginations of the present. This blog post traces the history of the smartphone and points to the ecological problems and social potentials of globally networked communication systems that are kept going by the use of these miniaturized devices. The digital universe still contains a surplus of possibilities that can be activated in very different trajectories. ...

Charakteristik und gesellschaftliche Bedeutung von Waffenträgern im merowingischen Gallien des 6. Jahrhunderts, MA thesis, Propylaeum.DOK. Publikationsplattform Altertumswissenschaften Heidelberg (Hamburg, 2007). By Laury Sarti

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lunes, 24 de noviembre de 2025

Más agua de lo creído en los planetas del universo

https://invdes.com.mx/ciencia-ms/mas-agua-de-lo-creido-en-los-planetas-del-universo/

El hallazgo de una puerta secreta en una de las pirámides de Egipto confirma una vieja teoría arqueológica

https://invdes.com.mx/ciencia-ms/el-hallazgo-de-una-puerta-secreta-en-una-de-las-piramides-de-egipto-confirma-una-vieja-teoria-arqueologica/ El acceso a este secreto milenario se logró gracias a varias innovadoras técnicas

Descubren rastros de vida en rocas de 3.300 millones de años: ¿se reescribe la historia de la Tierra?

https://invdes.com.mx/ciencia-ms/descubren-rastros-de-vida-en-rocas-de-3-300-millones-de-anos-se-reescribe-la-historia-de-la-tierra/ Los investigadores entrenaron a computadoras para reconocer las sutiles huellas moleculares. Los detalles

La última perversión

La última perversión Este 2025 publicamos Nosotros los malditos, de Pau Malvido, una serie de relatos-crónica aparecidos en su mayoría en la influyente revista Star. A modo de material extendido, compartimos con vosotros un reportaje del autor tomado de la revista Interviu, publicado originalmente en 1977, breve crónica de la llegada del punk a España. https://www.anagrama-ed.es/noticias/general/la-ultima-perversion-1556

Alguien voló sobre el nido del cuco Ken Kesey Traducción de Mireia Abelló

50 años de 'Alguien voló sobre el nido del cuco', la película que arrasó en los Oscar y desafío a Hollywood desde un manicomio real Los productores del filme, Michael Douglas y Saul Zaentz, levantaron un proyecto cinematográfico que se enfrentó a infinidad de dificultades durante el rodaje. Por Fernando SánchezPublicado: 20/10/2025 https://www.fotogramas.es/noticias-cine/a69071840/alguien-volo-sobre-el-nido-del-cuco-pelicula-milos-forman-jack-nicholson-curiosidades-rodaje-50-aniversario/ Cincuenta años del estreno en la gran pantalla de Alguien voló sobre el nido del cuco Este miércoles se han cumplido cincuenta años del estreno de Alguien voló sobre el nido del cuco, una película que amplió el debate social al ofrecer una mirada subversiva sobre la psiquiatría. Dirigida por Miloš Forman, la cinta adapta la novela homónima que Ken Kesey comenzó a escribir en 1959, inspirada en su experiencia como celador nocturno en un hospital psiquiátrico. Durante aquellas horas de guardia, Kesey conversaba con los pacientes, a quienes no veía como locos, sino como víctimas de un sistema profundamente deshumanizador. Alguien voló sobre el nido del cuco Ken Kesey Traducción de Mireia Abelló https://www.anagrama-ed.es/libro/compactos/alguien-volo-sobre-el-nido-del-cuco/9788433972606/CM_407 Alguien voló sobre el nido del cuco https://www.filmaffinity.com/es/film371621.html