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In the context of China’s concerning decline in fertility rates and the widespread normalization of the ‘996’ overtime culture, the connection between overtime work and fertility assumes considerable importance. This research is firmly grounded in the theoretical framework of the Theory of Planned Behavior (Ajzen, 1991), which investigates the complex relationship between overtime work and fertili
December 2nd 2016 it was established that Oatly had a new co-owner, China Resources, a partnership that went against not only their own core values but also the values of their oat followers. However, it was not until 2019 the media storm drew in. Oatly owned the spotlight and the debates continued whether Oatly could be trusted or if boycott was the best decision. Oatly however, answered the crit
We investigate to what degree return on technology stocks are affected by industry-, country- and global factors. Furthermore, the analysis is extended to look deeper into the industry factors by examining what the exposure of technology stocks to industry-specific shocks is caused by. In previous studies, the aim has been to try to determine whether industry-, country- or global effects are the m
This paper examines the properties of the two recent structural break unit root tests developed in Harvey, Leybourne and Taylor (2013) and Narayan and Popp (2010). The properties are investigated by Monte Carlo simulations in an environment where two trend breaks of small to large magnitudes are present. We find that the Harvey, Leybourne and Taylor (2013) test has superior size and power properti
Globally, 500 million smallholder farmers require finance to secure a more productive, efficient, sustainable, and inclusive food system. Thus far, traditional financial services have been unsuccessful in reaching these farmers. Yet, mobile money services are proposed as a potential tool for enabling smallholder farmers access to financial services. Nonetheless, this proposed impact of mobile mone
Supply chain management (SCM) has become more challenging than ever, considering the effect of globalization on organizations as operating through transnational business networks. Conventional supply chains have been facing struggles such as lack of advanced technologies and traceability in operation, which then leads to operational inefficiencies. Blockchain (BC) technology offers a set of featur
The vehicle industry is making great strides in electric and hybrid technologies, representing a significant step towards reducing emissions from personal vehicles. In order to make the transition to new hybrid technologies as convincing as possible, well-functioning and smooth transitions between traditional combustion engines and electric motors are required. So-called mild hybrids enable a cos
The world continues to be shaped by crises in both new and familiar forms. International and non-international armed conflicts and disasters are barriers to individual wellbeing, development, stability, and in the case of the former, represent a basic challenge to peace. The aftermath of such crises, in which communities can be rebuilt and the fabric of society can be mended, can be a time for rec
Poly-3-D-hydroxybutyrate (PHB) is a biopolymer naturally produced by a range of bacterial species. PHB production both from glucose and xylose has also been enabled by engineering the robust baker’s yeast Saccharomyces cerevisiae, however yields remain low. In the present study, additional modifications were carried out in S. cerevisiae strains already expressing functional enzymatic pathways for
G protein-coupled receptor 30 (GPR30) is a ubiquitously expressed receptor reported to bind and become activated by estrogen (17β-estradiol). However, the role of GPR30 as an estrogen receptor for rapid estrogenic signaling is not completely accepted, and controversies exist regarding the identity of the cognate ligand, signaling, and subcellular localization of the receptor. Expression of GPR30 i
In this thesis the heating area of a belt furnace for annealing metal powder has been modeled. The model was extended with PI-controllers for controlling the energy added to the model. It was simulated with differently tuned controllers to test tuning principles for finding suitable control parameters for the process. The most promising tuning principles was then written as a manual with the aim f
Since the introduction of Edison’s lightbulb over one-hundred years ago, humanity has struggled to keep up with electrification for all. With global attention now aimed at sustainable energy production, the struggle becomes more complex by not only obliging energy access, but access to clean energy. The concept of microgrids has been promising for filling in the demand, but not quickly enough to m
Neonicotinoid insecticides are agonists to nicotinic acetylcholine receptors (nAChRs) in the brains of insects. At sub-lethal doses these chemicals cause behavioral abnormalities in several bee species, reducing overall fitness. nAChRs expressed in the optic lobes of insects bind neonicotinoids, thus may be involved in these behavioral changes. Here we attempted without success to visualize the pr
Tolkning och kvantifiering av strålningseffekter pga. atmosfäriska partiklar är en signifikant del av IPCC’s modellering av hur tidigare klimat förändrats och hur förändringar i framtiden kommer se ut. I den här studien vill vi strukturera och analysera observationer av huvudsakligen svavelpartiklar positionerade i stratosfären från naturliga och möjligtvis mänskliga källor, med hänvisning till va
Artificial intelligence challenges IPRs and patent is the legal field in focus for this thesis. The thesis examines if artificial intelligence can be the inventor of its own invention. Thereafter central questions to granting a patent by focusing on the second patent requirement in art. 56 EPC - the inventive step. The inventive step covers the technical character and non-obvious to a person skill
This thesis deals with the vital issue of empowerment in development work and development projects, a multimillion dollar enterprise which engages donors,governmental agencies and governments. More specifically the thesis deals with a development intervention in education as social policy in Uruguay, investigated as a case study. The methodological intention is to present the voices of the subject
This paper examines the emergence of gender-neutral clothing, particularly during the period of 2015-2016 when there was a notable increase in interest surrounding the concepts of gender-neutrality and androgyny in fashion. The objective of this paper is to contribute new research to the field, as there is a lack of specific studies on gender-neutral clothing. To achieve this, the paper conducts i
This study evaluates the protection of fundamental rights within the liability framework of Article 17 of the CDSM Directive. The analysis is conducted under the questions: what are the defining features of the new liability framework of Article 17 CDSMD and its relation to fundamental rights? How has the implementation process of Article 17 affected the balance between fundamental rights? And fin
Andelen äldre vuxna växer stadigt världen över. År 2030 beräknas en av sex personer i världen att vara 60 år eller äldre. Denna demografiska förändring innebär stora utmaningar för många länder. Bland annat att säkerställa att dagens snabbt växande tekniska utveckling tillgodoser behoven hos äldre vuxna. Flygindustrin är en av de industrier där det går att se en ökning av äldre vuxna bland passageThe demographic group of older adults is growing significantly worldwide. It is predicted that by 2030, one in six people in the world will be aged 60 years or older. This demographic shift presents major challenges for many countries to ensure that the fast-growing technology developments are ready to fulfil the needs of older adults. The flight industry is one of the industries that experience a
Epilepsy affects a significant portion of people worldwide and still requires alternative treatments due to resistance to anti-seizure medications. Gene therapy offers a promising alternative with several targets already established. Of these, glial cell line-derived neurotrophic factor (GDNF) and its receptor GFR⍺1 are well recognised for their roles in enhancing inhibitory signalling and support
