The intricate nature of water distribution networks and the challenge of managing seasonal water consumption variation pose a significant hurdle for water utilities striving for low energy consumption. The performance of pumps, which are the backbone of these networks, directly influences the energy required for distributing drinking water. Such conditions are modelled using MIKE+ for the water di

The rise of Iron Age central places has become a complex debate. Traditionally, central places have been described as places of power, serving multiple public functions – political, economical, and religious, to name a few – at a regional or supra-regional level. Few researchers have further nuanced or challenged the concept, and therefore, the complexities of central places have often been undere

Syfte: Syftet med studien är att bidra till ökad kunskap kring arbetsrelaterad psykisk hälsa. Utifrån det studerar vi hur chefer i olika positioner samt anställda upplever att reducerad arbetstid bidrar till att bibehålla en god psykisk hälsa. Frågeställningar: (1) På vilket sätt upplever chefer i olika positioner samt anställda att reducerad arbetstid konkret har förändrat deras arbetssituation

This bachelor’s thesis explores the effectiveness of cybersecurity training programs within a Swedish financial institution, utilizing the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB) as the guiding theoretical framework. The research employed a qualitative approach, conducting an online survey with 28 bank employees to gain in-depth insights into their experiences and perceptions. The findings reveal several

Media holds an irreplaceable role in liberal Western democracies as it assumes core democratic functions such as disseminating information, representing public interests and taking on the role of a watchdog. In relation to the rise of populist radical right parties, research has revealed that media holds a crucial role. Hence, within the context of the rise of the populist radical right party Swed

I samband med 1960-talets ekonomiska och industriella utveckling importerade Sverige mycket arbetskraft vilket ledde till en omfattande bostadsbrist. Därför behövde det byggas många hus i hög takt vilket innebar att en hel del nya metoder och oprövade material användes. En del av dessa lösningar har visat sig vara olämpliga och tillsammans med den då bristande fuktkunskapen har dessa hus idag en hIn connection with the economic and industrial development of the 1960s, Sweden imported a lot of labor which led to a significant housing shortage. As a result, many houses were built at a rapid pace, leading to the use of a lot of new methods and untested materials. Some of these solutions have proven to be unsuitable, and coupled with the lack of moisture knowledge at the time, these houses hav

Bakgrund: Denna magisteruppsats syftar till att svara på vilka likheter och skillnader som finns mellan det logopediska omhändertagandet i Sverige och andra länder av trakeostomerade och laryngektomerade patienter med dysfagi. Den syftar också till att svara på vilka lärdomar logopeder i Sverige kan dra om det logopediska omhändertagandet av dessa patientgrupper i andra länder. Metod: För att besvBackground: This thesis aims to answer what similarities and differences exist between the SLP care of tracheostomized and laryngectomized patients with dysphagia, in Sweden and other countries. It aims to answer what SLPs in Sweden can learn about SLP care in these patient groups in other countries. Method: To answer the questions the interview material was transcribed and analyzed with text cond

Syfte: Den åldrande populationen ökar globalt och behovet av fortsatt forskning kring röstbehandling för den åldrande rösten ökar. Syftet med uppsatsen är att utforska hur behandling med Complete Vocal Technique (CVT) fungerar som behandlingsmetod mot åldersrelaterad glottisk atrofi. Metod: En pre-experimental single-subject design användes, där varje studiedeltagare agerade som sin egen kontroll.Purpose: The aging population is increasing globally, and the need for continued research on voice therapy for the aging voice is growing. The purpose of the study is to explore how Complete Vocal Technique (CVT) functions as a treatment method for age-related vocal fold atrophy. Method: A pre-experimental single-subject design was used, where each study participant acted as their own control. Fou

Syfte: Studiens syfte var att undersöka om det fanns ett samband mellan autistiska drag, autistisk maskering och kön relaterat till upplevda utmattningssymtom hos vuxna. Detta ämne valdes eftersom det finns evidens för att autistiska drag medför konsekvenser för individens välmående samt att dessa konsekvenser ser olika ut beroende på kön. Metod: Data samlades in genom en enkät via SUNET med tre fAim: The aim of this study was to investigate whether there was a relationship between autistic traits, autistic masking and gender in relation to experienced exhaustion symptoms in adults. This subject was chosen because of evidence that autistic traits have consequences for the individual’s wellbeing and that these consequences look different depending on gender. Method: Data were collected wit

Syfte. I nuläget används narrativ bedömning begränsat i klinik. Syftet med uppsatsen var att bidra till att öka möjligheten till klinisk användning av Internal State Terms (IST) i språklig bedömning av narrativ förmåga. Syftet var också att bidra till tydliggörande av definitioner för de olika kategorierna av IST. Detta undersöktes genom att studera användningen av IST hos barn i förskoleåldern, sPurpose. The use of narrative assessment in clinical practice is limited. The purpose of this thesis was to contribute to the feasibility of using Internal State Terms (IST) when assessing narrative ability. In addition, we hoped to contribute to clearer definitions of the different categories of IST. Number of IST and types of IST used by preschool children were studied. The hypotheses were that

Titel: Lean ledarskap i hotellbranschen - En kvalitativ studie av hur ledare på svenska hotell kan minska personalomsättningen med hjälp av lean ledarskap Författare: Josefine Ljung och Filippa Lagnell Handledare: Su Mi Dahlgaard-Park Syfte: Att bidra med förståelse för hur ledare inom svenska hotell kan tillämpa lean ledarskap för att på ett effektivt sätt bemöta den utmaning personalomsättningen

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