Place branders express a desire for their work to aid in addressing crises such as climate change through sustainable developments that assist with brand positioning, yet little is known about how place branding professionals manage tensions and contradictions that arise between sustainability and investment development. This paper qualitatively explores how place branders talk about ecological su

This chapter shows that marital status has had a fairly consistent association with mortality over the entire twentieth century for men. Increasingly, this association was also found among women. Married men have a survival premium today, and the same was true in the past. For men, marriage has been associated with lower mortality throughout the twentieth century and into the twenty-first century,

The overarching aim of the book is to provide the first comprehensive account of Sweden’s feminist foreign policy and its dissemination through digital diplomacy. In contrast to other scholarly studies of digital diplomacy that tend to view it as a technological and apolitical device for online diplomatic communication, this book examines the specific political dynamics of digital diplomacy. It po

This thesis explores the possibility of redesigning ASSA ABLOY’s industrial door in order to improve sustainability through the use of new materials. The first step of the process involved investigating different parts contained within the door, in order to decide which part of the door should be redesigned. Because of its high environmental impact as well as opportunities for improvement, it was

The Ezrin/Radixin/Moesin (ERM) family of proteins act as cross-linkers between the plasma membrane and the actin cytoskeleton. This mechanism plays an essential role in processes related to membrane remodeling and organization, such as cell polarization, morphogenesis and adhesion, as well as in membrane protein trafficking and signaling pathways. For several human aquaporin (AQP) isoforms, an int

Vegetable oils are rich in health-beneficial compounds, including fatty acids, phenolic compounds, natural antioxidants, and fat-soluble vitamins. However, oil extraction methods can influence their composition. This study aims to understand the chemical basis for developing a green process to extract oils from two Andean seeds, cañihua (Chenopodium pallidicaule) and tarwi (Lupinus mutabilis). Eth

Groundwater is Earth’s largest liquid freshwater resource. It is a significant component of the hydrological cycle and a buffer that sustainsrivers and freshwater-dependent ecosystems during droughts. Approximately half of the world’s population depends on groundwater fordrinking water, food, and hygiene. It is used extensively in agricultural irrigation, food production and for industrial process

This master thesis aims to use eco feminist theory to examine how the patriarchal and anthropocentric western society have impacted the modern man's relationship to the non-human world and the Christian tradition. Is there a connection between the systematic oppression of women and minorities in the patriarchal ideological system and man's relationship to domesticated animals and the human

Since the pandemic, field work has been transformed by shifts in the political economy affecting the material conditions underpinning research. In this research note, a research team considers their challenges and learning in completing field studies conducted in 2022, including intensified strains on time, money, researchers’ bodies, and risks associated with illness and infection spread. We argu

Idag mäter inte Sandvik smörjfettnivån i ett bussningshus i sina stenkrossar. De använder ett högvisköst smörjfett och målet för detta examensarbete är att mäta när nivån blir för låg. Många industrier, inklusive stenkrossning, fokuserar på hållbarhet. För att uppfylla de målen som är satta är det viktigt att minska avfall och energianvändning och förbättra effektiviteten. Att alltid ha ett välsmToday, Sandvik does not measure the grease level in one bushing housing in their rock crushers. They use high-viscosity grease, and this master’s thesis aims to measure when the level becomes too low. Many industries, including rock processing, focus on sustainability. On that mission, reducing waste and energy usage and improving efficiency are essential. A well-lubricated system is vital to max

Background: The relationship between doing and belonging is rooted in individuals’ engagement in meaningful occupations, which contributes to their sense of connectedness. The meaningfulness of occupation relates closely to the context in which it is performed. However, despite its importance, context is often overlooked and underexplored. Aim: To explore how older adults living in depopulated rur

The purpose of this study is to examine the perceptions of various hierarchical levels regarding AI integration into the innovation process within a KIF and examine its influence on the design and usage of MCS. By synthesizing insights into the relationship between AI integration and MCS, this research contributes valuable knowledge to academic discourse and practical implementation strategies, en

Advisor: Elias Bengtsson Purpose: To investigate the effect of commodity price hedging activities had on firm value during the COVID-19 Crisis. Theoretical Perspective: The foundation of this study is built upon the significant theories of Perfect Market Theory, Information Asymmetry, Agency Cost, Risk Shifting, and the emerging concept of ESG. Methodology: The paper utilizes a Two-Way Fixed E

Purpose The purpose of this thesis is to investigate potential differences in managerial judgement between male and female managers in strategic decision making. Methodology A qualitative research strategy consisting of eight semi-structured interviews with top managers was conducted. This examined managers' perception of their managerial judgement in strategic decision making. Theoretical per

As the world becomes a global market and the number of multinational enterprises (MNEs) continues to rise, understanding effective international marketing strategies becomes increasingly critical. This paper explores promotion strategies adapted to individual cultures and markets from a consumer perspective, addressing gaps left by previous studies that predominantly focus on quantitative analyses

In recent decades, the enforcement of European Union (EU) law has transitioned from being primarily the responsibility of Member States to becoming an increasingly shared or centralised task at the EU level. Drawing on the concept of legal design patterns, this article presents these two broadly understood enforcement approaches as decentralised and centralised enforcement patterns, and examines t