The purpose of this thesis is to research the relationship between trade unions and far-right parties in Scandinavia. Considering the well established trade unions, the Nordic model, with the rise of support for the far-right, and how their founding ideologies are very different from each other, the region of Scandinavia constitutes a unique area for the relationship between trade unions and far-r

This thesis explores the role of the Swedish Migration Agency (SMA) caseworkers in sexual orientation, gender identity and expression (SOGIE) asylum assessments. Through seven semi-structured interviews with the SMA caseworkers, this thesis investigates their understanding, experience, and interpretation of the SOGIE asylum assessment and their role. This research queries how bureaucratic structur

This paper focuses on the issue of reproductive violence as an international crime. The central question is whether the current provisions of the Rome Statute are adequate for reflecting the severity and distinct nature of reproductive violence crimes and, thus, whether these provisions can effectively support their prosecution under the new 2023 OTP Policy on Gender-Based Crimes. The prevailing m

Modern societies rely on a stable supply of electric power from highly complex energy systems. Balancing demand and supply at electricity markets becomes increasingly challenging with the rising share of highly volatile renewable energy sources (RES) and the influence of climate change. Within this uncertain environment, actors face major challenges for planning and decision making. Thus, this the

This thesis investigates the relationship between the terms of rights issues and the subsequent stock price development in the short, medium, and long term within the Nordic markets. Focusing on rights issues conducted by companies in Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland from 2014 to 2024, the study employs an event study methodology to analyze market reactions. Key variables examined include

Teorier inom områdena självperception och självuppfyllande profetior har föreslagit att människors självbild och beteende kan påverkas av externa stimuli och tidigare erfarenheter. Dessa teorier betonar också vikten av att förstå samspelet mellan individens föreställningar och deras beteende i olika kontexter. Syftet med studien är att undersöka om upplevelsen av prestation och faktiskt prestationTheories in the fields of self-perception and self-fulfilling prophecies have suggested that people's self-image and behavior can be influenced by external stimuli and previous experiences. These theories also emphasize the importance of understanding the interplay between an individual's beliefs and their behavior in various contexts. The purpose of the study is to investigate whether the

The concept of “undertaking” is a vital component of European Union Competition Law. Understanding when an entity is or isn't considered an undertaking is crucial to correctly applying the rules under this domain. The purpose of this paper is to clarify the concept of undertakings to delimit the area of competition law from others. The paper will explore the different definitions of “unde

Climate change is an issue affecting societies worldwide. As temperatures, precipitation patterns, and sea levels change, our buildings and properties are in danger. Therefore, it is crucial for real estate companies to adapt their properties to the effects of climate change as they will be impacted. To help companies make environmentally sustainable economic activities, the European Union has imp

Den svenska avloppsvattenreningsprocessen består av flera olika steg som utnyttjar mekanisk, kemisk och biologisk rening för att avlägsna så mycket av ohälsosamma ämnen och organismer som möjligt från vattenomloppet. Avloppsvattenreningsprocesserna i Sverige saknar specifika reningsmetoder för vissa typer av organiskt material, såsom läkemedelsrester. Dessa mikroföroreningar bryts enbart delvis neThe Swedish wastewater treatment processes consists of multiple steps including mechanical, chemical, and biological cleaning to remove as much of the unhealthy substances and organisms as possible from the water circulation. The wastewater treatment process in Sweden lacks specific removal methods for some types of organic material, such as pharmaceutical residues and other microcontaminants. The

Finite resources and increasing rate of consumption have made efficiency a key component in every energy consuming sector. The building industry, as a major contributor, has been the target of various initiatives and regulations aiming to lower its impact with varying degrees of success. Measurement of this impact has not always been easy, especially for buildings not yet built. Therefore, simulat

Syftet med den här studien var att undersöka ChatGPTs förmåga att uppskatta nivåer av depression och ångest. ChatGPT blev genom en prompt instruerad att uppskatta en deltagares nivå av depression och ångest, baserat på deltagarnas svar på öppna frågor om deras symptom de senaste två veckorna. Totalt inkluderade studien ordresponser från 876 deltagare. Uppskattade poäng från ChatGPT jämfördes med dThe aim of this study was to explore the accuracy of ChatGPT’s numeric assessments of depression and anxiety. ChatGPT was prompted to estimate participants’ levels of depression and anxiety using the participants’ responses to an open-ended question about their symptoms during the past two weeks. In total, the study included responses from 876 participants. Estimated scores were compared to scores

This thesis examines what barriers and opportunities exist for public participation in addressing biodiversity loss and adapting to climate change in Swedish biosphere reserves (BRs). This was approached by conducting an instrumental case study of all seven BRs in Sweden, consisting of semi-structured interviews and a case-specific literature review. The results identified that while a significant

Under de senaste åren har plaster och deras hälso- och klimatpåverkan blivit mer uppmärksammat, vilket har drivit utvecklingen av nya hållbara material. Biobaserad och biologiskt nedbrytbar plast betraktas ofta som ett hållbart material och därför bedrivs omfattande forskning kring naturligt förekommande molekyler, såsom proteiner, cellulosa och stärkelse. Pappersförpackningar som ska omsluta en In recent years, there has been a surge in attention towards biodegradable polymer films, driven by the growing environmental awareness concerning the harmful effects of petroleumbased plastics. The maize protein zein, a by-product from wet milling processes, has shown potential to work as hydrophobic coating. The aim of this study has therefore been to find the most promising process conditions f

Innovationshöjden för automatiska skjutdörrssystem under de senaste årtionden har resulterat i högteknologiska automatiska skjutdörrar, där tillbehören och användargränssnitten inte har utvecklats i samma utsträckning. Det har lett till att programväljare för skjutdörrar blivit omoderna och svåranvända för användarna. Syftet med denna masteruppsats var att tillsammans med ASSA ABLOY Entrance SysteThe innovation of automatic sliding door systems over the past decades has resulted in high-tech automatic sliding doors, where accessories and user interfaces have not been developed to the same extent. As a result, operating mode selectors for sliding doors has become outdated and difficult for users to operate. The purpose of this master’s thesis was to propose a new design for operating mode s

Väg- och järnvägsbranschen i Sverige har parallellt nått samma slutsats: Förvaltaren behöver bättre koll på sin anläggning genom innovation och digitalisering. Transportnätet plågas idag av kostsamma akuta felavhjälpningar och förseningar av förlegade förvaltningsstrategier. Transportprognoserna pekar på kraftigt ökat transportbehov de kommande decennierna vilket medför krav på hållbarhet och såleIn parallel, the road and rail industry in Sweden have reached the same conclusion: asset management need better control of their assets which involves innovation and digitalization. The transport network is currently plagued by costly emergency repairs and delays caused by outdated management strategies. Transport forecasts indicate a sharp increase in demand during the coming decades, which requ

Titel: Den digitala second hand-marknaden: Från traditionella marknader till nya konsumtionsvanor Författare: Tiffany Caminger & Rebecca Strandberg Handledare: Erika Andersson Cederholm Frågeställningar: - Vilka kan tolkas vara faktorerna till att den yngre generationen använder sig av digitala second hand-plattformar? - Vilken betydelse har konsumtion och försäljning mellan privatpersone

This study focuses on custody cases in Sweden, especially examining how children’s involvement is addressed in custody, residence, and visitation judgments. By analyzing court decisions and corresponding district court rulings after Sweden’s 2020 implementation of the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child (UNCRC) and especially referring to UNCRC articles 3 and 12. Through qualitati

On June 15, 2020, the US Supreme Court held in Bostock v. Clayton County that discrimination against an individual because of this individual’s homosexuality and transgender status violated Title VII of the Civil Rights of 1964 which prohibited sex discrimination in employment. This landmark case symbolizes a victory for protecting LGBTQ workers under Title VII. However, existing studies have reve