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In this master thesis an environmental assessment is carried out for rapeseed biodiesel (RME Rape Methyl Ester) and ethanol from wheat. The assessment is done considering Swedish conditions. Both these fuels are considered for use in heavy duty vehicles. The studied environmental impact categories are: GWP (Global Warming Potential), AP (Acidification Potential), EP (Eutrophication Potential), Par
As a working group named AGAR is currently looking into replacements and complements to Stibor, the subject of reference rates will become increasingly relevant in the coming years. This paper therefore investigates Stibor as well as future options for a Swedish reference rate, consolidating information of and opinions on reference rates in Sweden, primarily through the review of previous literatu
This thesis focuses on the integration of management control system (MCS) and sustainability in companies. Some literatures showed a disconnection between the efficiency of sustainability as a success strategy and management control systems. To research this, we aim at answer two questions. What are the challenges that the companies were faced with when they tried to integrate MCS and sustainabili
Increased emphasis on sustainable practices and reducing the global warming potential (GWP) kg CO2 equivalent emissions of buildings and construction processes to mitigate climate change has led to a growing interest in refurbishment and transformation of existing buildings. However, balancing daylight provision with environmental impact targets can be challenging, especially in high-latitude Nord
Foundation and Purpose: This research paper explores identity and sensemaking in the context of organizational change. The theoretical basis is anchored in the context of NPOs, studying the particular case of a trade union in Northern Europe embracing digital transformation. The study of this phenomenon is relevant as it explores a trade union’s efforts to remain current and to continue as a purpo
Flexoelectric effect, or flexoelectricity, is an electromechanical property of materials that causes them to polarize when subjected to inhomogeneous deformation. Despite its significance in nanoscale systems, flexoelectricity remains poorly quantified in semiconductor materials. This study aims to develop a computational framework for investigating flexoelectric effects in thin-film semiconductor
This thesis investigates the weaponisation of healthcare in Ukraine during the ongoing conflict, analysing how deliberate attacks on medical infrastructure are not just violations of humanitarian law but systemic assaults on development, governance, and human security. Framed through a three-stage model: Disruption, Destabilisation, and Reconstruction, the study draws on Amartya Sen’s Development
In forensics, identifying and comparing DNA is common practice. One way to analyse DNA is through high-resolution DNA melting. When melting DNA experimentally, the rate of a given sequence of DNA denaturing from its double-helix form into two separate strands is measured as a function of temperature. In this thesis, the application of high-resolution DNA melting analysis to distinguish individual
This study investigates the impacts of rural tourism on the livelihoods of communities in the Sigiriya region of Sri Lanka, a UNESCO World Heritage site celebrated for its cultural and natural heritage. Adopting a qualitative case study approach, it integrates the Sustainable Livelihoods Framework (SLF) and Dependency Theory to examine both the developmental opportunities and structural constraint
Research on social capital has highlighted its significance for labor market integration, particularly regarding informal job search strategies. However, how do second-generation immigrants perceive and make use of social capital and its resources in Sweden's labor market? This thesis examines the relationship between the quality of social capital, measured by the occupational status of respon
Dry powder inhalers (DPIs) are widely used to treat respiratory diseases such as asthma and chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD). The performance of DPI formulations is influenced by the properties of the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API), but systematic comparative studies of different APIs under the same processing conditions remain limited. This study investigated the effects of di
Micro- and nanoscale pollutants dispersed at low concentrations in the environment pose increasing threats to human health and ecosystems. However, investigating the properties of individual particles remains challenging because conventional characterization methods mainly rely on ensemble measurements. Optical tweezers provide a promising approach for single-particle trapping and open new possibi
Software upgrades are a substantial source of instability in enterprise IT ecosystems. Instabilities are most common during the post-adoption phase, when systems must remain operational while evolving. This thesis examines post-adoption software upgrade instability from a sociotechnical perspective. A sequential explanatory mixed-methods design was adopted. The quantitative analysis identified re
Today, digital pre-distortion (DPD) is the predominant technique for linearising the power amplifiers (PAs) used in telecommunication radio transmitters. However, conventional DPD implementations rely on power-hungry digital signal processing, making energy efficiency a critical concern. Compute in-memory (CiM) architectures have previously been demonstrated to provide significant efficiency gains
In Chinese fan fiction communities, the reporting button was made for flagging inappropriate content, but it has become a weapon in community conflict. An anonymous report can trigger removal or suspension, and those affected receive little explanation of how the decision was made. This thesis names this phenomenon weaponised reporting and asks how it operates and how targets pursue remedies under
Background Supply Chain Management is becoming increasingly more important to organizations in the post Covid-19 era. Managing Supply Chains is also moving towards finding data-oriented ways of working, and companies are making substantial investments in getting digital information systems to integrate with their ways of working. Simultaneously, Artificial Intelligence has become a well-discussed
Denna uppsats undersöker korruptionsrisken som finns i offentlig upphandling med inriktning på mutbrott. Vilka är de riskfaktorer som bidrar till sårbarheter i offentlig upphandling som kan leda till korruption och uppsatsen förklarar hur upphandlingslagstiftningen är utformad för att motverka mutor hos myndigheter. Korruption är inget nytt fenomenen i den offentliga upphandlingen, utan det har aThis essay investigates the risk of corruption in public procurement with a focus on bribery. What are the risk factors that contribute to vulnerabilities in public procurement that could lead to corruption and the essay explains how the procurement legislation is designed to counteract bribery in public authorities. Corruption is not a new phenomenon in public procurement. There has always been
This essay explores the obligation to redeploy as a result of redundancy, conducting a comparative analysis of the redeployment processes in Sweden and Germany. The purpose of the essay is to examine what constitutes a reasonable redeployment in each country and identify differences and similarities in their respective legislation. This is achieved by using the legal dogmatic method, as the study
Forests which form a central part in climate change mitigation strategy of Sweden and as precipitation patterns shift and temperatures rise, understanding the responses of forests to these shifts becomes of paramount importance. Automatic high resolution dendrometers have allowed for the continuous measurement of tree radial stem growth and water dynamics, allowing for the forcings of meteorologic
Packaging is an essential product to protect, transport and store goods in. An increase in consumer consciousness about the climate impact derived from packaging has been identified during recent years. As a response, the manufacturing industry is increasing their sustainability work when producing packaging and products. The goal of this study is to contribute with more information about the clim
