The rapid development of the technological world requires a corresponding adaptation in various industries. However, the construction industry is a step behind other industries when it comes to implementing new technical methods, and this is for several reasons. Some examples of these: 1. Conservative culture: For a long time, traditional construction methods have been an unwritten rule in the co

The emergence of Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI) promises a significant transformation of communication practices. Given the surging global interest in Generative AI among communication professionals, particularly considering its potential economic benefits for developing nations like Cambodia, this study investigated the key factors influencing Cambodian communication professionals' a

The advancing field of biomaterials seeks to improve the quality of life by restoring lost biological functions. While the use of naturally or synthetically originating biomaterials poses scalability and toxicity issues, proteins are an interesting alternative characterized by biocompatibility and tunability. Amelogenin and dragline silks are two well-studied proteins of interest due to their mech

Biofilm som bildas på materialytor vanligt förekommande i processutrustning inom livsmedelsindustrin utgör ett hot mot livsmedlets säkerhet och kvalitet. Bakterier som närmar sig en yta kan fästa in, föröka sig och skapa en matris av extracellulära polymersubstanser (EPS) vilken de bäddar in sig i. Biofilm som väl etablerats är svår att tvätta bort och det är därför av intresse att undersöka faktoBiofilms formed on surfaces encountered in process equipment in the food industry pose a threat to food safety and quality. Planktonic bacteria can adhere to a surface, proliferate, and embed themselves in a matrix of extracellular polymeric substance known as the EPS. Because biofilms are difficult to remove once established, factors influencing the initial attachment is of interest to investigat

Title: Spare Parts Inventory Management - A Case Study at Axis Communications AB Purpose: The purpose of the thesis was to explore the phenomenon of spare parts in the forward supply chain and identify the challenges, gaps, and opportunities to increase the overall efficiency of their spare parts inventory management practices. Background: Organisations have recognized the need for balancing the

The ability to cooperate and function well within a group context is vital within several different facets of the practicing social worker. Studies have shown that students' attitudes towards group assignments may later carry over toward their professional careers, which when negative may affect their ability to operate within a career that is largely dependent on both inter-organisational coo

Sustainable development requires coordination among multi-level actors to achieve set targets, with networks playing a key role in sharing knowledge and fostering collective actions. These networks’ success hinges on member engagement, but since participation is voluntary, members choose their level of involvement. Despite the importance, factors influencing network engagement remain rather scarce

The study examines social workers' viewpoints regarding the SKAPA tool within the Labor Market Administration's strategies, particularly about its use to support economically vulnerable individuals and their labor market integration. We conducted semi-structured interviews with social workers working with the SKAPA tool, whom we recruited through personal contacts as well as by telephone a

In this study, we have explored the viability of using machine learning models to predict the outcomes of Premier League football matches. Especially we have evaluated the effectiveness with the Kelly Criterion as a betting strategy. We processed a comprehensive dataset to develop six distinct predictive models, each designed to forecast the probability of three possible match outcomes: a home win

Denna rapport utforskar konceptet undvikna utsläpp, även kallat Scope 4-utsläpp, som en del av företags hållbarhetsrapportering- och kommunikation. Med fokus på PowerCell Group, en leverantör av vätgasdrivna bränsleceller, undersöker studien hur Scope 4-utsläpp kan integreras i hållbarhetsrapportering och vilka möjligheter och utmaningar detta innebär. Undvikna utsläpp refererar till de minskningThis thesis explores the concept of Scope 4 emissions, also known as avoided emissions, within corporate sustainability reporting. With a focus on PowerCell Group, a provider of hydrogen fuel cell solutions, this study investigates the integration of avoided emissions reporting, assessing both the potential benefits and the challenges associated with this practice. Avoided emissions refer to redu

This thesis examines current international human rights frameworks, current legal research, and reports from experts, to determine the efficacy of current children’s rights protections in the field of online child sexual exploitation and abuse (OCSEA hereafter). The research question addresses the extent to which children’s rights are protected against OCSEA and the argumentation centres on the in

Syftet med denna studie var att undersöka attraktionen till personer med Dark Triad-drag jämfört med personer med motsatta (reverserade) Dark Triad-egenskaper. Vidare undersökte vi om det finns könsskillnader i attraktion till de två personlighetstyperna. Studien använde en experimentell design, där deltagarna (n=430) slumpmässigt tilldelades en av två vinjetter; den ena som beskrev en individ medThe aim of this study was to investigate attraction to people with Dark Triad traits as compared to people with the opposite to (reversed) Dark Triad traits. Furthermore, we explored if there are gender differences in attraction to the two personality types. The study employed experimental design, where participants (n=430) were randomly assigned one out of two vignettes; one describing an individ

This essay describes and discusses the discount rate from an economic and a philosophical perspective. After a thorough discussion of the underlying economic and philosophical theories follows a description of the famous debate between Stern and Nordhaus, and their respective positions (the “ethicist” and the “positive” positions) are further analyzed. The final chapter summarizes the key points a

Impacts of disasters are felt acutely at community level, as a consequence communities in the Philippines are among the most affected by the increase in disaster risks. This realization led to an increase of community-based approaches, such as community-based disaster risk management (CBDRM). However, literature acknowledges a recurring failure of projects to be sustainable long-term, attribut

This study explores the role of research and development (R&D) in China's pursuit of increased economic growth and technological leadership. By examining China's initiative "Made in China 2025" (MIC 2025), we analyse how increased investment in R&D can impact the country's long-term economic progress. Our analysis indicates a significant increase in China's R&

One of the main qualities of life in Icelandic society is the earth’s heat that has been harnessed and fed into the homes of the citizens. The swimming pool is the clearest and most visible manifestation of these qualities of life. Bathhouses are a regular part of many people’s daily lives, and human life in the pools is a fascinating part of Icelandic society. Architecture plays a key role there,

The Israel-Palestine conflict is one of the most globally debated conflicts of our time. In the aftermath of October 7th and in light of the severity of Israel’s military campaign in Gaza there has been a growing internationalization of the Palestinian cause. In Germany, this resulted in a clash between Palestinian activism among civil society and a political elite that pledged unwavering solidari

Forskningsfråga: Skiljer sig startupbolags relativa värden mellan olika geografiska områden i Sverige och om så är fallet, kan innovationskraften och tillgången till riskkapital i områdena förklara denna skillnad? Syfte: Studien ämnar att härleda huruvida de relativa värdena på startupbolag skiljer sig mellan olika geografiska områden i Sverige, samt att undersöka om områdenas innovationskraft ocResearch question: Do the relative valuations of startup companies differ across different geographical regions in Sweden, and if so, can the innovation capacity and access to venture capital in these areas explain this difference? Purpose: The study aims to determine whether the relative valuations of startups differ across different geographical regions in Sweden and to investigate whether the

Byggproduktion idag, innebär bland annat en hög energianvändning, utsläpp av växthusgaser, användning av miljöfarliga ämnen samt stora mängder avfall som måste hanteras. Detta är aspekter som samtliga behöver minskas för att reducera branschens stora miljöpåverkan. Inom byggsektorn har klimatarbetet fått en alltmer ökad uppmärksamhet med införandet av olika klimatkrav på nationell och EU-nivå. I oCarbon offsets, essential in climate-related aspirations for governments and businesses, entail reducing, avoiding, or extracting greenhouse gases from the atmosphere, even if not contemporaneous with emissions. They include, among others, energy-efficient solutions and renewable energy investments. These compensations, voluntary or regulated, must meet reliability criteria. Actions, such as Carbo

Sexual health is an important and permanent component in an individual’s life, particularly during the early stages. Swedish youth tend to frequently visit their local youth guidance center with questions regarding sexual health, which therefore requires the social worker to be competent in this area of work. Therefore the study aimed to investigate how counselors working at youth guidance centers