Essays about: "distinction"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 549 essays containing the word distinction.

  1. 11. The Devil Wears (New) Prada

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Hanna Björkman; Elsa Spenninge; [2023]
    Keywords : identity projects; self-presentation; luxury fashion rental; Consumer Culture Theory; access-based consumption; luxury fashion; Impression Management; Social Distinction; the extended self; Business and Economics;

    Abstract : In contemporary society, it is emphasised that ownership of clothing plays a crucial role in construction- and presentation of personal identities. With the rise of sustainable consumerism and the sharing economy, access-based consumption has emerged as a notable trend, offering individuals temporary access to non-exclusively owned clothing. READ MORE

  3. 12. Data Analysis for Energy Evaluation of Stockholm Campuses

    University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

    Author : Esteban Moncayo Villa; [2023]
    Keywords : Data analysis; energy performance; Stockholm Campuses; district heating; district cooling; electricity.; Dataanalys; energiprestanda; Stockholms Campus; fjärrvärme; fjärrkyla; el.;

    Abstract : The building sector is a significant contributor to global greenhouse gas emissions, necessitating the development of energy-efficient measures to address environmental concerns. The availability of building energy data sets enables the application of data analysis techniques to assess building energy conditions, providing greater potential for evaluating building energy demands. READ MORE

  4. 13. The concept of civilians in terrorist thought : A multiple case study on the discourse of Al-Qaeda and the Islamic State

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för samhällsstudier (SS)

    Author : Rebecca Johansson; [2023]
    Keywords : Terrorist Discourse; Civilians; Critical Discourse Analysis; Al-Qaeda; Islamic State;

    Abstract : Following the 9/11 attacks in 2001, studies on Islamic terrorism and terrorist ideology dramatically increased. Although the term has been difficult to define, "terrorism" is commonly used to describe unlawful violence against civilians for political aims. READ MORE

  5. 14. Exploring the Uniqueness of Tulu: An Empirical Investigation of the Three Past Forms in the Dravidian Language of Tulu Nadu

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för lingvistik och filologi

    Author : Freja Lindgren; [2023]
    Keywords : Tulu language; verbal morphology; Dravidian languages; past tense; fieldwork; perfectivity; imperfectivity; perfect; stative; discontinuous;

    Abstract : This thesis investigates three different so-called “past tense forms” in Tulu, a Dravidian language spoken in the south-western Indian states of Karnataka and Kerala. Through fieldwork material collected by the author, this thesis provides a comprehensive analysis of the usage and functions of the three forms in Tulu. READ MORE

  6. 15. Worn symbols and their role in the military – a study of their effects and perceived value in the French army

    University essay from Försvarshögskolan

    Author : Filip Gustavsson; [2023]
    Keywords : Symbols; cohesion; shame; motivation; military culture; uniform; professionalism.;

    Abstract : This study aims to explore the perceived value and effect of symbols worn in the military. Since uniforms create uniformity, symbols are one of the few ways individuals can distinguish themselves. These symbols hold more value than just a piece of fabric which serves a practical purpose. READ MORE