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Recent studies have documented large declines in the abundance and diversity of a few well-studied groups of organisms. However, it is unclear how representative the results are for other, less studied groups such as spiders and other ground-dwelling arthropods. A few recent studies have reported large declines in spider abundance, but these have been performed in highly disturbed settings, and ma
The Baltic Sea is heavily affected by invasive alien species (IAS). One of them is the round goby (Neogobius melanostomus) derived from the Ponto-Caspian Seas and is currently affecting the Baltic Sea coastal ecosystem by altering food webs and competing with native benthic fish. The round goby has become a regular part of the diet in predatory fish such as Eurasian perch (Perca fluviatilis) and P
Like many waterfowl and wader species, Kentish Plovers Charadrius alexandrinus of both the north-west European and Wadden Sea populations perform a post-breeding moult before migrating to their southerly wintering grounds. They make use of specific moulting sites, e.g. in the Dutch Delta area, on Fanø in the Danish Wadden Sea and on the sandbars off St. Peter-Ording in the German Wadden Sea. In or
This thesis aims to compare the user experience of an alarm system, which in- cludes a conventional alarm list, with newly developed graphical ways to display alarms. In addition to these visual enhancements, new features requested by users, such as the ability to park alarms to minimise the overwhelming feelings during an alarm flood were integrated. Three iterations with usability tests were con
Sharks are an ecologically important group of fishes important to maintaining ecosystem structure and function, yet the additive effects of climate change and anthropogenic activities threaten their survival. Northwestern Atlantic populations of shortfin mako sharks and white sharks are considered threatened species, with populations in decline since the 1950s. Previous conservation efforts have a
Broadleaved deciduous forests have endured a far-reaching process of fragmentation. This has resulted in different configurations of remaining habitats with many times unknown consequences for species persistence. To reduce the potential negative effect, frameworks such as the concept of green infrastructure have been implemented with a focus on increasing connectivity in urban and rural planning.
Uganda’s natural resource base is one of the richest and most diverse in Africa. People’s livelihoods are inextricably linked to sound natural resource management and both water and land are basic resources for virtually all socio-economic activities. Because of the significance of agriculture to rural livelihoods, water and land are the most important assets for many households. Located in a tran
What does Gen Z (those born 1995-2010) and Denmark have in common? Chlamydia. Denmark reports the highest chlamydia rates in Europe among individuals aged 15–29, with the number increasing since 2012. Despite the availability of free sexually-transmitted infection (STI) testing and comprehensive sexual education, rates continue to rise. The underlying causes of this trend need investigation, part
This study examines the relationship between ethnic school segregation and reading performance among second-generation migrant students compared to natives in Denmark and Sweden, using PISA 2015 data. The research explores how different integration policies influence educational outcomes in the context of ethnic segregation. Findings reveal that higher proportions of migrant students in schools ne
User interfaces to control machines are a critical part of any technology that requires user inputs. The user interface works as a link between human and machine, and it is vital that this link is understandable for both parts. Therefore, the design of the interface is of great importance in order to fully utilize the capabilities the technology provides. Assa Abloy is a company that offers soluti
Cultural values and beliefs within the jazz community have intrigued social scientists for a long time. Being one of the oldest recognised subcultures, jazz has been celebrated for its socio-political ambitions as well as the complexity and aesthetics of the music itself. Being recognised as an outlet for fighting social injustices throughout history, the notable exclusion of female jazz musicians
This report uses highly detailed data from Statcast from the 2015–2023 seasons to explore and identify the key factors influencing on-base percentage in the American top league, Major League Baseball. On-base percentage is simply the percentage of times a player gets on base, and can be achieved in multiple ways. It is an important metric in baseball, as without getting on base, you cannot score.
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This project combines the theory of vital materialism by Jane Bennett with a perspective of minimalist lifestyle. The aim is to explore whether this approach of ’vital minimalism’ may offer a new, potentially more sustainable, way of designing residential architecture. A brief overview of the concept of minimalism in architecture and some of the origins of an ascetic or minimalist lifestyle shows
Examensarbetet undersöker hur passagerare med större föremål påverkar på- och avstigningstider på Öresundståg vid Lund C. Resultaten visar att tiden blir längre om det finns minst en belastad passagerare i flödet som stiger på eller av tåget. Påstigningen blir då i genomsnitt 1,43 sekunder och för avstigning 1,40 sekunder. Om man jämför detta med tiderna det tar för obelastade passagerare, som har
The number of connected IoT devices increases rapidly and so do cyber threats against them. In contrast to high-end computers, IoT devices are extra vulnerable to threats since they many times don’t have the same defense mechanisms because of their limited resources. Intrusion detection systems (IDS) are typically used to monitor IoT devices externally on a server/client setup. The purpose of this
Young women are exposed to expectations and norms surrounding work, gender, and career that can often seem contradictory. This qualitative study explores how women navigate these expectations and how their thoughts on future careers as well as gender norms are influenced by social media, using semi-structured interviews. The study focuses on their perceptions of success and how societal norms shap
High-performance mobile GPUs (Graphics Processing Units) handle complex graphics workloads, significantly benefiting the development of mobile gaming. However, the growing demand for enhanced GPU performance presents a major challenge in controlling power consumption, where memory usage plays a critical role. This thesis focuses on exploring methods to reduce power consumption in GPU Tile Buffer m
6G technology is set to revolutionize wireless communication, advancing far beyond speed enhancements to reshape how we interact with technology. A key factor in this evolution is the efficient use of the radio spectrum, particularly in the centimetre-wave (FR3) bands, ranging from 7 GHz to 24 GHz. This thesis investigates strategies for adapting FR2 transceivers to operate in FR3 frequencies thro
This project presents the design and development of “Breathe Right,” a wearable AI-powered device and app aimed at promoting a regulated and healthy breathing pattern. Our breathing pattern plays a significant role in both our physical and mental health. Even if we don’t realize it, there are proper and improper ways to breathe, and an unregulated breathing pattern can unconsciously harm our healt
