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1. 1. National Heroes, Digital Soldiers, Vulnerable Children and all the Others: A Critical Discourse Analysis of Videos Communicating the QAnon Conspiracy Theory

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för kulturvetenskaper

   Author : Cecilia Gatenheim; [2024-02-23]
   Keywords : conspiracy theory; far-right; emotions; video analysis; discourse analysis;

   Abstract : This thesis analyses the making of Us and Them in videos communicating the QAnon conspiracy theory, which have been circulating on online social forums. For this purpose, Multimodal Critical Discourse Analysis is used, together with Sara Ahmed’s cultural theory of emotions. READ MORE

3. 2. The Pseudo-Unitary Group U(p,q) in Quantum Magnonics

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Materialteori

   Author : Maximilian Meyer-Mölleringhof; [2024]
   Keywords : quantum magnonics; materials theory; pseudo-unitary; quantum mechanics; magnons; antiferromagnets;

   Abstract : The study of magnons is an essential part of combining quantum information science and spintronics, allowing for the investigation of quantum properties such as entanglement in solid-state devices. Magnons are commonly described using the theory of T. Holstein and H. READ MORE

4. 3. From Tree Huggers to Money Makers: How ESG Scores Boost Corporate Financial Performance in the EU

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   Author : Martin Ekendahl; Philippa Hedström; [2023-06-29]
   Keywords : ESG score; financial performance; stakeholder theory; the EU; fixed effects model;

   Abstract : This thesis examines the relationship between Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) scores and financial performance as measured by both accounting- and market-based measures; Return on Assets and Tobin's Q. The study takes a particular focus on the European Union (EU), more specifically on companies operating in the region and the union's strong commitment to achieving the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and more general efforts towards a more sustainable future. READ MORE

5. 4. LEO Satellite Connectivity for flying vehicles

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för elektroteknik och datavetenskap (EECS)

   Author : Jinxuan Chen; [2023]
   Keywords : LEO satellite network; satellite connectivity strategy; Nash-SAC; flying vehicles; LEO:s satellitnät; Strategi för satellitanslutning; Nash-SAC; flygande fordon;

   Abstract : Compared with the terrestrial network (TN), which can only support limited covered areas, satellite communication (SC) can provide global coverage and high survivability in case of an emergency like an earthquake. Especially low-earth orbit (LEO) satellites, as a promising technology, which is integral to achieving the goal of global seamless coverage and reliable communication, catering to 6G’s communication requirements. READ MORE

6. 5. Environmental and Social Performance and the Firm Performance of Chinese Listed Companies - A Study of the Moderating Role of Government Ownership and CEO Duality

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Grafika Cynthia Trinanda; Fan Hu; [2023]
   Keywords : Business and Economics;

   Abstract : This study investigates the relationship between environmental and social (ES) performance and firm performance, while also exploring the potential moderating effects of government ownership and CEO duality. Adopting a quantitative approach, fixed effects panel regressions are employed to analyze the relationships based on previous empirical literature and theoretical perspectives, including agency theory, stakeholder theory, government ownership, and CEO duality. READ MORE