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Effective societal responses to rapid climate change in the Arctic rely on an accurate representation of region-specific ecosystem properties and processes. However, this is limited by the scarcity and patchy distribution of field measurements. Here, we use a comprehensive, geo-referenced database of primary field measurements in 1,840 published studies across the Arctic to identify statistically
Background: The lack of access to essential surgical care in low-income countries is aggravated by emigration of locally-trained surgical specialists to more affluent regions. Yet, the global diaspora of surgeons, obstetricians, and anesthesiologists from low-income and middle-income countries has never been fully described and compared with those who have remained in their country of origin. It i
Climate change is altering aquatic environments in a complex way, and simultaneous shifts in many properties will drive evolutionary responses in primary producers at the base of both freshwater and marine ecosystems. So far, evolutionary studies have shown how changes in environmental drivers, either alone or in pairs, affect the evolution of growth and other traits in primary producers. Here, we
Internal combustion engines (ICE) have been a vital part of society ever since their inception more than a hundred years ago. While initially it seemed as if the replacement of horse and carriage had solved the issue with pollutant emissions, it became evident in the 60’s that emission from ICEs is a major concern. The first emissions in focus were the nitrogen oxides (NOx). Lately, however, focus
Diabetic peripheral polyneuropathy (PN) is a common and serious complication of diabetes. The prevalence of PN is rising with the global burden of type 2 diabetes. The causal mechanisms of PN are not fully understood, but both vascular and metabolic factors play a role. New methods of investigating PN need to be correlated with standard methods in well-defined, population-based cohorts. Objective
Syphilis has re-emerged as a public health threat during the 21st century, and updated knowledge of the epidemic and its drivers is needed to halt this worrying development. We present data on the incidence of syphilis in the south Swedish region Skåne from 2007 to 2022 to determine the burden of disease, changes in risk groups, as well as routes for testing. To get a picture of the burden of syph
Background The answer to whether females or males have better health, and which sex is the more disadvantaged, has depended in part on the metric and how the inequality is measured. This study introduces a new method for analyzing and interpreting sex inequalities in health outcomes—defined as the avoidable sex differences in health outcomes—that is systematic and potentially more objective. For t
Three-dimensional simulations of the squealer tip on the GE-E-3 blade with eight film cooling holes were carried out. The effect of the rim width and the blowing ratio on the blade tip flow and cooling performance were revealed. Numerical simulations were performed to predict the leakage flow and the tip heat transfer with the k-epsilon model. For the squealer tip, the depth of the cavity is fixed
Abstract in UndeterminedAgricultural systems continuously evolve and are forced to change as a result of a range of global and local driving forces. Agricultural technologies and agricultural, environmental and rural development policies are increasingly designed to contribute to the sustainability of agricultural systems and to enhance contributions of agricultural systems to sustainable developm
This study examines the dynamics of international aid to Rwanda, focusing on the strategies of Sweden, the USA, and China. Using Most Different Systems Design (MDSD), the analysis identifies differences and similarities in how these donors shape their aid policies. Sweden and the USA emphasize democracy, human rights, and institutional development, while China prioritizes economic investment and i
The sea level is rising and putting infrastructure and people living by the coast at risk, yet there is a global trend of waterfront redevelopment, where cities and municipalities choose to turn old harbors into attractive housing and offices despite the fact that this increases their vulnerability to flooding. The aim of this paper is to understand why Swedish municipalities decide to redevelop o
The world is currently facing many great challenges, including a rising inequality as a result of the benefits occurring from economic development accrues to some individuals on the expense of others. This is an issue which is even more significant in the Global South. Hence, social innovations have been proposed as an important factor to tackle this problem. Yet, many social innovations fail not
This thesis aims to illustrate how Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) scores influence both shareholder perception of firm performance and actual firm performance within Emerging Market Multinational Enterprises (EMNEs). As sustainability becomes a priority in global markets, EMNEs are often subject to increased investor scrutiny due to distinctive challenges and standards present within
The importance of Disaster Risk Management (DRM) is growing as global risks increase and more actors implement DRM strategies. However, the unpredictable and complex nature of disasters and other risks makes it difficult to train DRM skills in advance. Serious games, which are games designed for educational purposes, offer a promising way to build these skills by simulating real-world challenges i
Sweden’s strong egalitarian ideals and national diversity policies have contributed to its global reputation for progressiveness. However, persistent labor market disparities between native and foreign-born individuals raise questions about how these policies are understood and experienced in everyday workplace settings. This thesis examines how international employees perceive and navigate divers
Whilst the global transport sector undergoes its seventh revolution, driven by electrification, decarbonization and advancements in mobility services, Kenya stands at a pivotal moment in its transition toward sustainable urban development, facing challenges such as unreliable electricity, high costs, and limited infrastructure. With transport responsible for nearly a quarter of global emissions, s
This thesis investigates how audiences express participatory diplomacy in the Eurovision Song Contest 2024, focusing on Israel’s participation amid the Israel-Hamas war. Using a single-case study design, the analysis applies mixed methods drawing on observations of quantitative data such as voting results and betting odds, alongside a qualitative reflexive thematic analysis of online fan discussio
By 2050, 70% of the global population is projected to live in urban areas, with much of this growth occurring in developing countries where the demand for affordable and accessible housing is not met, resulting in a growing population residing in slums or areas of slum-like conditions. One of the many risks associated with living in slums or areas of slum-like conditions is fires, which are freque
