Essays about: "Cognitive functions"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 157 essays containing the words Cognitive functions.

1. 21. An Investigation of The Link Between Endocrine Disruption and Developmental Neurotoxicity Induced by Environmental Pollutants : In Zebrafish Embryos

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för cell- och molekylärbiologi; Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för biologisk grundutbildning

   Author : Maria Revenikioti; [2023]
   Keywords : Endocrine-disrupting chemical EDC ; Environmental pollutants; Endocrine disruption ED ; Developmental neurotoxicity DNT ; Development; Zebrafish embryos; Estradiol; DHT; BPF; PFOS.;

   Abstract : Endocrine-disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are known to cause endocrine disruption (ED), developmental neurotoxicity (DNT), infertility and impaired embryo development. EDCs do therefore impose a threat to humans, wildlife and the environment. READ MORE

3. 22. Translation strategies for figurative language in non-fiction : Translating metaphors, idioms, and phrasal verbs from English to Swedish

   University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för språk (SPR)

   Author : Vicky Taylor; [2022]
   Keywords : figurative language; translation; conceptual metaphors; idioms; phrasal verbs; translation strategies; literal translation; transference; meaning translation; omission; addition; Swedish; English;

   Abstract : This thesis examines translation strategies for translating figurative language with a focus on metaphors, idioms, and phrasal verbs. Translators often state that figurative language presents challenges in the translation process. This is mainly because the translator must consider the language’s pragmatic, cognitive, and aesthetic functions. READ MORE

4. 23. Designing Local Navigation for Chinese Populations : A qualitative study about how Chinese users’ local navigation preferences differ from the preferences of European users

   University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för informatik (IK)

   Author : Julia Anna Chen; Yousef Modar Oudeh; [2022]
   Keywords : User experience; Interaction design; User interface; Local Navigation; User-centered design;

   Abstract : The international communities of user interface, user experience and interaction designers are in an increasing need of considering Chinese users’ experiences when designing websites. China, along with other mandarin speaking populations, consists of a huge market. READ MORE

5. 24. Daylight qualities in student dorms in Sweden: computer simulations and subjective impressions.

   University essay from KTH/Ljusdesign

   Author : Mathilde Jesiek; [2022]
   Keywords : Student housing; Visual perception; Daylight simulations; Useful Daylight Illuminance UDI ; Scandinavia;

   Abstract : Humans are less exposed to natural light during the day and less to darkness at night. Good daylighting provides visual comfort for performing tasks but also influences non-visual comfort. According to various studies, good daylight conditions can influence human physiology and behaviour, like sleep, alertness, mood and cognitive functions. READ MORE

6. 25. Exploring persistent homology as a method for capturing functional connectivity differences in Parkinson’s Disease.

   University essay from KTH/Matematik (Avd.)

   Author : Naomi Hulst; [2022]
   Keywords : persistent homology; topological data analysis; computational topology; parkinson s disease; parkinson; functional connectivity; stable rank; ihållande homologi; topologisk data analys; beräknings topologi; Parkinsons sjukdom; parkinson; funktionell konnektivitet; stable ranks;

   Abstract : Parkinson’s Disease (PD) is the fastest growing neurodegenerative disease, currently affecting two to three percent of the population over 65. Studying functional connectivity (FC) in PD patients may provide new insights into how the disease alters brain organization in different subjects. READ MORE