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The values we see in society are reflected in the built environment we produce. Although an open and democratic society is something that we want, it is not obvious that this openness should be transferred directly to our built environments. What social life takes place when courtyards become part of the public sphere instead of the private one? Well-designed courtyards functions as a complement
Open source software is becoming more common in software development today and constitutes an increasing share in modern web applications. Open source has many benefits; it is cost-effective and increases development speed, quality, and security. With the advent of open source, companies and organizations have taken many different initiatives to minimize the risks of open source, disseminate knowl
The increasing concern on the present and future impact of climate change has raised the attention on the relationship between technology and the environment. The aim of this paper is to investigate the impact of green innovation on carbon emissions. Carbon dioxide (CO2) and Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions per capita are used as a proxy for environmental quality. Technological innovation is measure
This master thesis examines the valuation of FinTech and Dot-Com companies by looking at the underpricing level of initial public offerings (IPOs) and the abnormal returns during the period surrounding the announcement date of merger and acquisitions (M&As). The sample consists of 234 IPO’s observations from 1995-2019 and 58 M&A’s deals from 2000-2019. The results suggest that the underpri
The present study is grounded upon the traditional concepts of cohesion and differentiation in fashion by Simmel (1904) and Bourdieu (1984). The study reviewed these concepts in the social context of sustainable fashion consumption, with consideration of identity construction and expression. Furthermore, the study looked at the literature on certification labels and their value for consumers. Due
This study seeks to investigate how artists of the African diaspora in Sweden manage their identity in the face of racism and how this relates to their art. This purpose is investigated through the following sub-themes: the forms of racism the participants have met, how they have coped with racism, how they move through the art field, and how these factors relate to their art. Six participants wer
This thesis investigates the social dynamics of the Chin refugee group which currently faces great challenges in Malaysia, the host country. Modes of organisation and coping mechanisms are examined in relation to the specific legal and socio-political context. The theoretical concept of “diaspora” is used to make sense of processes of identity (re)construction and collective action. In addition, f
We present a generalisation of the flavour-ordering method applied to the chiral nonlinear sigma model with any number of flavours. We use an extended Lagrangian with terms containing any number of derivatives, organised in a power-counting hierarchy. The method allows diagrammatic computations at tree-level with any number of legs at any order in the power-counting. Using an automated implementat
Sales and Operations Planning, S&OP, is a cross-functional, collaborative business manage- ment process where the goal is to balance demand and supply through an operational plan, aligned with the strategy of the company. Alfa Laval, a Swedish manufacturer founded 1883, has during the last year implemented Sales and Operations Planning at their business unit Gasketed Plate Heat Exchangers. In
Since his return to office in 2012, Japanese Prime Minister Abe Shinzō has been widely recognised as pursuing a more proactive foreign and security policy than previous prime ministers. This thesis examines the maritime policies of Prime Minister Abe applicable to the South East Asia region as an example of his changed approach to foreign and security policies. First, this thesis addresses the que
Problem – Although core values and conflicts have been thoroughly explored in organizational theory, few attempts have been made to explain their combined impact on the entrepreneurial environment. Since investors and entrepreneurs act as the core decision makers within a venture, understanding the impact of their underlying motivations in relation to conflicts can provide valuable insights. Aim –
Parallel to the intensified digitization of financial transactions, an ancient informal system continues to operate in the shadows, exerting a significant influence on global financial structures. Hawala, as this system is known, is recognized for its dual nature, allowing it to function as a legitimate financial system, while its informal structure, particularly its lack of governmental oversight
This research investigates the legal framework of the European Union (EU) in addressing trade-based sanctions evasion, with a specific focus on the role of private sector actors, specifically financial institutions and shipping companies. Trade misrepresentation — a rising method for moving illicit funds through techniques such as under-invoicing, over-invoicing, phantom shipments, complex corpora
The synthesis of small organic molecules in the pharmaceutical industry necessitates efficiency and selectivity. For obtaining selectivity in C(sp2)-H functionalization, thianthrenation has emerged as a promising method for furnishing electrophilic substrates, with thianthrene acting as a linchpin that facilitates selective functionalization through subsequent displacement reactions. This thesis u
Dogs, gophers, ants, and frogs pop in and out of Steinbeck’s literature, and while they might escape unnoticed at a first glance, these animals serve a significant role to the storytelling. The question is what purpose animals serve in some of Steinbeck’s short novels. I argue that animals in the six novels primarily serve the purposes of mirroring characters and emphasising depth, empathy, and co
This study uses The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild as a case to explore how players communicate with the game system and how identity becomes fluid within the virtual world. Adopting a qualitative research approach that combines participant observation and semi-structured interviews, the analysis draws on social systems theory to examine how players interact with technological artefacts, make
Railway networks are a critical component of modern transportation systems, but their efficiency is often challenged by disturbances that propagate through the network, leading to delays and reduced punctuality. This thesis investigates station-level disturbances and their duration, with the aim of developing a foundation for an online tool that can estimate disturbance durations. Using historical
Tidewater glaciers on Svalbard are sensitive indicators of climate change and play a crucial role for Arctic ecosystems. The widespread retreat of tidewater glaciers across Svalbard highlights the need to quantify retreat rates and project when these glaciers will become land-terminating. This study investigates tidewater glacier retreat during historical (1936–1990) and present (2012–2024) period
This thesis provides an ethnographic analysis of the experiences and expectations of international employees working within large companies within the Skåne region of Sweden. The research explores how these individuals perceive their positionality and integration into the dominant Swedish office culture. It highlights how they navigate and negotiate social roles, cultural scripts, and the emotiona
