Essays about: "connectedness"

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1. 1. Network Connectedness in Financial Markets

   University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för finansiell ekonomi

   Author : Andrea Marcolini; [2024]
   Keywords : Systemic risk modeling; US REITs connectedness; S P 500 connectedness; Returns and realized volatilities prediction;

   Abstract : This paper is a collection of two different theses discussing the prediction of the returns and volatilities of the S&P 500 constituents and of US Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) by analyzing their centrality within the financial market network. Both empirical works summarize the relevant financial and network literature, demonstrating how modeling stock connectedness within financial markets makes it possible to create returns and volatility predictors, improving investors' portfolio allocations and achieved investment Sharpe ratios. READ MORE

3. 2. The Slow Spread of Environmentally Friendly Action : An agent-based model simulation of social networks

   University essay from Stockholms universitet/Sociologiska institutionen

   Author : Till Kolligs; [2023]
   Keywords : network analysis; agent based model; tipping point; climate action; complex contagion; vegetarianism;

   Abstract : The adoptation of environmentally friendly behaviour is rather slow, although the climate crisis is pressing. This thesis aims to understand the slow adoption of environmentally friendly behaviour, specifically focusing on vegetarianism and veganism, by employing social network analysis. READ MORE

4. 3. Use of e-health communication to improve social wellbeing in older adults : A Structured literature review

   University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för hälso- och vårdvetenskap (HV)

   Author : Maria Talib; [2023]
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   Abstract : Abstract Introduction: The aged population is increasing and it correlates with comorbidities and hospital dependency. E-health communication is a potent source of communication between healthcare staff and people using it and it’s a non-medical way of getting access to health. READ MORE

5. 4. “The road ahead will be difficult” : An analysis of conceptual metaphors used in political speeches

   University essay from Mälardalens universitet/Akademin för utbildning, kultur och kommunikation

   Author : Arsema Solomon Zeray; [2023]
   Keywords : conceptual metaphors; politics; gender; Africa; critical discourse analysis;

   Abstract : Political speeches are complex in nature and call for a thorough exploration to unravel the underlying messages. Politicians tend to simplify their speeches by using conceptual metaphors as a means of taking a shortcut. READ MORE

6. 5. Managing knowledge and innovation as a startup : A study on how Swedish tech startups work with knowledge management in order to utilize inbound open innovation

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Disa Holm; Rebecca Hemzelius Fransson; [2023]
   Keywords : Tech startup; Knowledge Management; Inbound Open Innovation; Knowledge Management Systems; Interdepartmental Connectedness; Strategic Human Resource Management; Managerial Practices;

   Abstract : Swedish tech startups are at the forefront of innovation and growth. Startups however often face challenges in knowledge management, due to their fast paced growth. The purpose of this study is to explore how Swedish tech startups work with knowledge management in order to utilize inbound open innovation across a company. READ MORE