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Embracing the concept of reusing waste materials, my project transforms discarded oyster shells into a versatile building material. The outcome is more than just a product; it’s a symbol of sustainable innovation. Utilizing discarded oyster shells, the project seeks to create functional and aesthetically pleasing items. My goal with this project was to create a material solely from natural substa
According to optimal resource allocation theory, reproductive investment is determined by the trade-off between present and future reproduction and offspring quality and quantity. The immune system, including innate immune function, protects the body against disease-related mortality. As such, it can be representative of the bird´s survival prospects, and has the potential to influence the outcome
As the climate changes the risks to agriculture increases which is a threat to food security around the world. One such risk is an increase in rainfall which can lead to decreased crop yields. Sweden today is dependent on other countries for their food supply, however the countries it depends on will suffer more from climate related risks to their agriculture meaning that Sweden's own food pro
This thesis analyzes schoolchildren’s mental health development in five mental health-related variables when they gain internet access through 3G networks. A unique panel dataset using the HBSC with country-level 3G coverage is constructed. Using a TWFE strategy to estimate the effect on the five outcome variables, a decrease in mental health is found for both female and male children. The results
This study investigated the limitations and possible introduction of missing pillars in the current ESG framework, wherein a richer definition and exploration towards holistic sustainability was a key aim. Through an exploratory approach using the Gioia Methodology, six startups were interviewed, intended to present current lessons and challenges of integrating the ESG dimensions. All companies be
The global need to take urgent action to address climate change presents the German automotive industry with its biggest transformation in history. While environmental targets are being set, the importance of leadership in the transformation process has so far received little attention. Using a Causal Model of Organizational Performance and Change, and the Transformational Leadership framework, th
In 2023, seven major property owners in Malmö attempted to raise rents a second time, after annual rents for the city’s tenants had already been finalized. In doing so, landlords broke with historical precedent, by coordinating efforts to bypass the rent negotiation process with the powerful Swedish Union of Tenants (SUT). The Swedish rent negotiation model, a product of militant organizing by the
Despite globalization fostering communication, achieving peace remains a challenge. International organizations like the OSCE, UN, and Munich Security Conference promote dialogue and diplomacy for conflict resolution. However, this study problematizes the assumption that rational communication and democratic liberal values solely lead to peace. It examines the strategic use of moral communication,
Zooplankton normally aggregate near the surface during the night to mate and feed. This behavior is known as Diel Vertical Migration and it is modulated by factors such as light intensity, predation risk, and turbulence. Near surface turbulence tend to result in deeper distribution of zooplankton, but it is still not clear how zooplankton assess the turbulence regime. Here, I propose an explanatio
In the Fall of 2023, Sweden’s major autoworkers union (IF Metall) launched a strike against Tesla, a global manufacturer of electric vehicles (EVs). Contentions have emerged in the discourses and rhetoric of both parties about the cultural compatibility of work cultures between the Nordic Model and the U.S-based EV multinational manufacturer. The decline of union involvement among the population o
α-Olefin Sulfonate surfactants offer a greener alternative to traditional sulphated surfactants thanks to their higher biodegradability. Their similar molecular structures should, in theory, allow them to be used in the same range of applications as the sulphonated counterpart. However, the newer alternative also comes with novel challenges. While the thickening of a formulation with a sulphated s
Studiens syfte var att undersöka vilka faktorer som psykoterapeuter menar inverkar på deras val av teori, modell och teknik i det klientnära arbetet samt hur psykoterapeuter upplever att deras val av terapeutiska verktyg anpassas till klienters situation och behov. Detta undersöktes genom sju semistrukturerade intervjuer, sex legitimerade psykoterapeuter och en blivande psykoterapeut deltog. InterThe aim of this study was to explore which factors psychotherapists´ believe influence their choice of theory, model and techniques in their practical work and how psychotherapists experience their choice of therapeutic tools is adapted to clients’ situations and needs. Seven semi-structured interviews were conducted, six certified psychotherapists and one psychotherapist student participated. The
The aim of this study was to investigate how adult attachment styles and emotional intelligence impact decision-making styles. An online survey was distributed to individuals aged 18 years or older (N =110). The survey included three instruments; the Adult Attachment Scale (AAQ), Wong & Law Emotional Intelligence Scale (WLEIS), and the General Decision-Making Style (GDMS) questionnaire, along
Det här arbetet riktar sig till kompositörer och musiker som är intresserade av att lära sig om strukturen bakom musik. Genom en lecture recital presenteras en analys av Ian Whitefords nyskrivna verk "A part of me, Apart from me” (2024), skriven för Helsingborgs Symfoniorkester. Som grund för analysen används egna reflektioner som kompositör för stycket och kompositör i allmänhet. Semi-struktThis presentation is aimed at composers and musicians who want to learn about the structure of music. This lecture recital presents an analysis of Ian Whiteford’s newly written piece “A part of me, Apart from me” (2024), written for the Helsingborg Symphony Orchestra. The analysis is based on reflections as the composer of the piece and as a composer in general. In addition, semi-structured interv
The purpose of this study is to explore how cognitive dissonance influences organizational decision-making within highly competitive markets, thus broadening the understanding of organizational decision-making. By adopting an interpretative tradition we employ a qualitative single-case study methodology with an abductive approach in our research. Empirical data was collected through semi-structure
Denna kvalitetssäkringsstudie har syftat till att a) beskriva patientkohorten med borderline personlighetssyndrom (BPD) som erhållit mentaliseringsbaserad terapi (MBT) vid vuxenpsykiatrimottagning Emotionell instabilitet i Malmö och att b) utvärdera behandlingseffekter. Datainsamlingen gjordes genom journalgenomgång för 86 patienter som fullföljt behandling åren 2011–2024. Patientkohorten utgjordeThe aims of this quality assurance study were to a) describe the cohort with borderline personality disorder (BPD) who underwent Mentalization-based Treatment (MBT) at the psychiatric out-patient unit Mottagning emotionell instabilitet in Malmö, and to b) evaluate treatment effects. Data were collected through systematic search of psychiatric medical records regarding 86 patients who completed tre
Extant literature has not explored the establishment of green trust through website design elements which communicate sustainability, within the context of international online fashion firms. This study contributes to this topic by exploring how green trust is generated through sustainability-communicating website design elements. To accomplish this, it examines literature that is previously cross
The purpose of this study is to examine how a strong culture shapes the sources of motivation for employees in an organization. Furthermore, we aim to present how this culture, and thereby the employee motivators, impact how leadership is exercised in the organization. We will furthermore explore the roles of trust and micromanagement as important elements in this relationship. The goal is to deve
Denna studie syftar till att studera hur svenska politiker använder retoriska strategier vid snabba åsiktsbyten. Studien avser därför att generera insikter om hur svenska politiker strategiskt anpassar sina politiska budskap för att skapa legitimitet för åsiktbytet hos den bredare allmänheten. Studien utgår från ett socialkonstruktionistiskt perspektiv och undersöker ett fall som utgörs av en presThis study aims to examine how Swedish politicians employ rhetorical strategies during shifts in opinion. The study seeks to generate knowledge about how Swedish politicians strategically adapt their political messages to legitimize these shifts among the broader public. The study is grounded in a social constructionist perspective and focuses on a press conference where the Social democrats annou
Volunteering - the occurrence of individuals engaging in unpaid labor that benefits others - is considered a paradoxical, yet common phenomenon. The purpose of this study is to enhance the understanding of the volunteering experience in not-for-profit organizations, especially when volunteers feel disappointment and how they respond to it. To fulfill this purpose, the study is done through a quali
