Essays about: "science and technology for global importance"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 21 essays containing the words science and technology for global importance.

  1. 1. Designing Diverse Features to Reduce the Filter Bubble Effect on Social Media

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

    Author : Ramya Kandula; [2023]
    Keywords : Filter bubbles; recommender systems; diversity; social media; filter bubblor; rekommenderande system; mångfald; sociala medier;

    Abstract : The filter bubble effect has been an active area of research that has been explored in various contexts within social media. Research on recommender system designs within filter bubbles has received a lot of attention, mainly due to its impact on the phenomena. READ MORE

  3. 2. The responsibilities of LKAB to respect the rights of the Sami people - a Business and Human Rights perspective on access to remedy in the Swedish mining sector

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Juridiska institutionen; Lunds universitet/Juridiska fakulteten

    Author : Izabell Zaza; [2023]
    Keywords : public international law; state-owned-enterprises; business and human rights; indigenous peoples; Sweden; Law and Political Science;

    Abstract : In 2023, the Swedish state-owned enterprise LKAB revealed that it had found Europe’s largest deposit of critical minerals, which are needed in green technology. Being located on indigenous territory, a mine would impact the migration of reindeers, a Sami practice which form the basis of their culture and status as indigenous peoples under international law. READ MORE

  4. 3. Smart water monitoring for better water quality - An affordable and sustainable way to predict unexpected environmental changes of water bodies

    University essay from Lunds universitet/LUCSUS

    Author : Chia-Wen Yang; [2023]
    Keywords : Machine learning; technology diffusion; Water quality management; Sustainability Science; Affordable solutions; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : This article discusses the challenges associated with maintaining water quality, particularly the issue of eutrophication, and the importance of technology advancements for monitoring and managing water quality. The potential of machine learning is highlighted, along with the importance of affordable and effective water quality monitoring techniques. READ MORE

  5. 4. Environmental Management for System Engineering Projects : A Case Study on How to Bridge the Gap between Ambition and Action

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    Author : Lisa Rylander; [2023]
    Keywords : Sustainability; Environmental Management; System Engineering; Science-Based Targets; Carbon Footprint Analysis;

    Abstract : This thesis focuses on addressing the challenge of managing the climate impact of system engineering projects within a large global industrial company. The research design is a case study within the selected company, and it integrates qualitative and quantitative methodologies to provide a holistic understanding of environmental challenges. READ MORE

  6. 5. Unlocking Finance through Social Networks : Attracting investment for the high-tech Swedish startups in Luleå, Sweden

    University essay from Luleå tekniska universitet/Institutionen för ekonomi, teknik, konst och samhälle

    Author : Thilini Nimesha Wijewarna Arachchi; [2022]
    Keywords : Social networks; entrepreneurship; high-tech startups; investments; digitalization;

    Abstract : The importance of entrepreneurship for economic growth and development is a well-known factor in the world. In which high technology startup firms are playing an important role in introducing innovative and advanced technologies. However, due to inherent difficulties in nature, they face major challenges such as acquiring sufficient investments. READ MORE