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Tuning in: Ad Attributes and Listener Attitudes A Quantitative Study on How Swedish Millennial Podcast Listeners Perceive Advertising Value and their Attitudes Toward Podcast Advertising
Att navigera bedömningen av Barnets Bästa: En studie om domstolens handlingsutrymme i vårdnadstvister
The purpose of this paper is to investigate how the principle of the best interest of the child is applied in custody disputes. Since the principle has no distinct legal definition, the district court has room to interpret what they consider to be the best interest of the child in each individual case. A qualitative content analysis has been conducted to achieve the purpose of the study, which has
Interprofessional Collaboration in Inpatient Care
There is an increased demand for managing the complex hospital organisations in which healthcare personnel operate within, which is even more so evident from today's healthcare crisis in Sweden. Since the World Health Organisation (WHO) emphasised the importance of interprofessional collaboration in 2010, research on this area has increased. However, much of the research considers only one act
Designing a Framework for Performance Measurement Systems: Motivations, Challenges, and Guidance for Effective Performance Measurement
This master's thesis explores how organisations manage and measure performance through performance measurement systems. Though as performance management systems often relies on ad-hoc, informal methods, leading to inconsistencies and misalignment with organizational objectives. This study advocates for a systematic approach to performance management system implementation, aligning it with orga
Is Accounting Even Relevant?
This thesis investigates the value relevance of accounting metrics in the Nordic stock markets from 2018 to 2022, applying and extending the Ohlson equity valuation model. Given the increasing importance of intangible assets in modern economies, we also explore how traditional accounting metrics explain stock prices, particularly for companies with high intangible asset ratios. Using a deductive r
The Effect of Capital Structure on Firm Risk in Public Companies of China: An Empirical Investigation of the Trade-off Theory of Debt in the Machinery Industry
This study aims to explore the impact of capital structure on firm risk within China’s machinery industry, with a specific focus on the trade-off theory and equity financing preferences. Employing a quantitative methodology, the research analyzes financial data from 927 publicly listed machinery companies in China. Utilizing multiple linear regression models and statistical tests such as Pearson a
Mödrars och nyföddas hälsa: En tillväxtanalys av hälsa i låg- och medelinkomstländer
The aim of this paper is to examine the effect of maternal and neonatal health on economic growth in low- and middle-income countries between the years 2000-2019. Previous studies indicate that health has a positive effect on economic growth. To examine the effect of maternal and neonatal health on economic growth a multiple regression analysis with panel data has been used. The theoretical framew
Growth of PdO on Pd(100)
This thesis explores the growth of palladium oxide (PdO) on palladium(100) surfaces, focusing particularly on how different environmental conditions affect the formation and stability of various PdO orientations rellative to the Pd substrate. The motivation of the project is that catalytic oxidation of methane, is believed to be strongly dependent on the surface structure of the involved catalyst.
Effect of Financial Development on Household Indebtedness
The objective of this study is to examine the effect of financial development on household indebtedness. Prior research have highlighted various determinants that have contributed towards increasing levels of household debt. Using data on financial development and household debt, collected from multiple databases, the study aims to isolate the effect of financial development index on household ind
All Things Gender: An analysis of IM’s Gender Mainstreaming from policy to practice across regions
Since its adoption into the global agenda, gender mainstreaming (GM) has been a pivotal strategy for promoting gender equality. This research explores the translation of GM policy from strategy documentation to practical application within a non-governmental organization (NGO), specifically Individuell Människohjälp (IM): Swedish Development Partner, which posits itself as a feminist organization.
Transitioning Towards Net-Zero Emissions While Staying Competitive - Is BASF Capable Of Doing So?
The chemical industry stands as a critical player in the global effort to combat climate change and achieve environmental sustainability. As the world is getting closer to crucial temperature thresholds, the need for decarbonisation becomes increasingly urgent. Thus, this paper focuses on BASF as the biggest chemical company in Germany but also globally and the German chemical industry in general,
Längtan efter läkande: Omedveten terapeutisk allians i ISTDP
Scoping review användes för att granskas och analysera tio artiklar rörande fenomenet den omedvetna terapeutiska alliansen (UTA) inom den psykodynamiska behandlingsmetoden ISTDP (Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy). De frågeställningar som presenterades och undersöktes var: Hur mobiliseras den omedvetna alliansen i ISTDP? Vilka tecken finns i terapirummet på omedveten terapeutisk allians? Scoping review was used to review and analyze ten articles concerning the phenomenon of the unconscious therapeutic alliance (UTA) within the psychodynamic treatment method ISTDP (Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy). The questions presented and investigated were: How is the unconscious alliance mobilized in ISTDP? What are signs in the therapy room of unconscious therapeutic alliance? How
Women Behind the Wheel: A grounded theory study about attracting young women to the trucking industry
Purpose: The trucking industry is growing due the rise of e-commerce, which has led to increase in demand for drivers. To address this demand, the industry seeks strategies to attract more qualified drivers. Recognizing the benefits of employing women as drivers, there's a collective effort to encourage women participation. In Sweden, there is a growing interest among young women to become tru
Evaluating Electrification Policies in Sweden Based on Attitudes Towards EVs
The sustainable transition strategy in Sweden heavily relies on electrifi- cation, making the dropping sales a cause for concern as the proportion of electric cars in new sales has begun to decline. This paper conducts a randomized survey to investigate the attitudes and updated knowledge towards EV purchases, to uncover what factors contribute to consumer hesitancy. Specifically focusing on the p
Inverkan av boendetäthet på inneklimat och mögelrisk
This study investigates the impact of overcrowding on indoor climate quality, thermal comfort, and mould risk in typical Swedish Million Homes Program apartments. This research focuses on the specific challenges posed by overcrowded living conditions in Million Program apartments, which often suffer from high occupant density. Utilizing WUFI Plus a 70 m² apartment typical of the 60s & 70s Mill
Coral reef bleaching in the Red Sea: An investigation into the environmental causes of bleaching
This report aims to investigate the links between various environmental factors and coral bleaching in the Red Sea. Corals in the Red Sea have seen less bleaching than in other coral regions. Researchers point to a higher thermal tolerance among coral reefs in this sea. However, bleaching is beginning to occur here with increasing frequency as oceans warm and acidify. Taking monthly data of sea s
Centering Labour Regime Analysis: The case of a small-scale gold mine as the stage of the competition between the state and illegal armed groups over Colombia’s mining resources
This thesis combines labour regime analysis with Marx’s distinctive class of modern landed property in a case-study situated at the small-scale gold mine La Mina Vincente. It examines how the Colombian state's efforts to formalize artisanal and small-scale mining (ASM) intersect with the presence of illegal armed groups, shaping the labour regime of La Mina Vincente. The study makes use of qua
Rollen som butikschef - Upplevt psykiskt välbefinnande och organisatoriskt stöd för butikschefer i klädbranschen
Inledning: Detaljhandelsbranschen karaktäriseras av högt tempo och snabba förändringar i såväl utbud som konsumtionsmönster. Covid-19 har även visat sig ha en påverkan på de fysiska klädbutikerna och bidragit till begränsade resurser. Tidigare forskning har mestadels fokuserat på medarbetarnas psykiska hälsa på arbetsplatsen och chefers hälsa har inte uppmärksammats i lika stor utsträckning. Butik
Monitoring glacier mass change in northern Sweden from 2003 to 2023 using satellite altimetry data
The analysis of glacier mass changes in northern Sweden from 2003 to 2023 employed the non-repeat observation method, utilizing data from altimetry data ICESat and ICESat-2, along with Swedish national DEM and RGI v7.0 glacier boundary. The total volume decreased by -2.78 ± 0.58 km³, corresponding to a total mass loss of 10.41 ± 6.60 m w.e. over the past two decades. These changes contribute appro
