Essays about: "Cosmetics"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 118 essays containing the word Cosmetics.

  1. 1. From Minutes to Millions: Explaining the Link Between Time Scarcity and the Addicts of Microtransactions : A Quantitative Study

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för marknadsföring och turismvetenskap (MTS)

    Author : Sebastian Dietrichsteiner; Amir Hukic; [2023]
    Keywords : Randomized virtual cosmetics; Definite virtual cosmetics; Limited Time Scarcity; Purchase Intention; Theory of Planned Behaviour; Addictive Factors; Microtransactions; Gaming Industry; Gambling;

    Abstract : Microtransactions is a relatively new concept within the gaming industry witha very large monetary value for businesses. Companies utilize persuasivedesign strategies such as time-based scarcity in order to incentivize players tospend money on microtransactions which in turn creates addiction towardsmicrotransactions. READ MORE

  3. 2. Cloning and expressing the genes encoding Glycerol dehydratase (GDHt) and 1,3-Propanediol dehydrogenase (1,3-PDDH) in E. coli

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Bioteknik (master); Lunds universitet/Bioteknik (CI)

    Author : Eleni Pechlivani; [2023]
    Keywords : 1; 3-Propanediol; Glycerol dehydratase; 3-Propanediol dehydrogenase; Glycerol dehydratase reactivase; E. coli; Protein expression; Biotechnology; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : The biodiesel sector has witnessed tremendous growth in recent years, leading to a significant increase in glycerol production as a by-product. Addressing the challenge of glycerol valorization is crucial for the sustainability of the biodiesel industry. READ MORE

  4. 3. Making Sense of Material Culture : A Sensory Approach to Bird-Shaped Vessels in Imperial Age Greece

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Antikens kultur och samhällsliv

    Author : Lina Enevång Viklund; [2023]
    Keywords : bird-shaped vessels; glass unguentaria; ancient senses; archaeology of the senses; ancient lived experience;

    Abstract : The focus of this thesis is Roman bird-shaped glass vessels from the 1 st and 2 nd centuries AD. The vessels were containers for cosmetics and distinguished themselves from other types of unguentaria in that once they had been filled with cosmetic powder, the vessels were reheated and sealed shut by fire. READ MORE

  5. 4. Production of natural pigments from A. platensis grown on wastewater from local treatment facility.

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Teknisk mikrobiologi; Lunds universitet/Bioteknik

    Author : Hana Faulds; [2023]
    Keywords : Cyanobacteria; pigments; microalgae; wastewater treatment; biotechnology; Technology and Engineering; Biology and Life Sciences;

    Abstract : Although microalgae have been considered for the biological treatment of wastewater since the 1950’s, their potential to efficiently remove pollutants from various streams remains largely untapped and is yet to be utilized at large scale. The production of algal biomass and extraction of high-value compounds has, however, become increasingly popular with large scale farms and biorefineries around the world producing many promising alternatives to petroleum-based products and processes. READ MORE

  6. 5. Why do players buy in-game items : An exploration into microtransactions and their effect on flow

    University essay from Jönköping University/Internationella Handelshögskolan

    Author : Adam Christopher Karboub; Marc Orozco Sebastian; [2023]
    Keywords : Free-to-play games; Microtransactions; Flow Theory; Exchange Theory; Gaming; Skins;

    Abstract : Background: In the last couple years, the free to play sector in gaming has taken a rise compared to their pay to play counterparts, being able to generate up to 85% of all gaming revenue. More and more game developers have opted to change their game from a paid model to a free-to-play business model, with prominent cases being games like CS:GO and Overwatch. READ MORE