Essays about: "world system theory"

Showing result 11 - 15 of 377 essays containing the words world system theory.

  1. 11. The Practices of Food Financialisation : How abstract becomes concrete in the food system

    University essay from Stockholms universitet/Institutionen för ekonomisk historia och internationella relationer

    Author : Sofia Savonen; [2023]
    Keywords : financialisation; food systems; soybeans; commodity chains; world systems theory;

    Abstract : The 21st century has witnessed a significant growth of financial activity in the food system. Although these developments have been mirrored with a rise in interest towards studying financialisation, there is still much to uncover of its complex workings in an equally complex system. READ MORE

  3. 12. Multi-robot coordination and planning with human-in-the-loop under STL specifications : Centralized and distributed frameworks

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

    Author : Yixiao Zhang; [2023]
    Keywords : Multi-agent systems; Human-in-the-loop systems; Signal temporal logic; Cooperative control; ROS Implementation; Multi-agent-system; Människa-i-loop-system; Signaltemporallogik; Samarbetande styrning; ROS-implementering;

    Abstract : Recent urbanization and industrialization have brought tremendous pressure and challenges to modern autonomous systems. When considering multiple complex tasks, cooperation and coordination between multiple agents can improve efficiency in a system. READ MORE

  4. 13. One-Party Dominance and Democratic Backsliding in Botswana and Tanzania: Whither Peace and Development?

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för samhällsstudier (SS)

    Author : Issa Noor Omary; [2023]
    Keywords : One-party Dominance Dominant Party System; Dominant Party; Substantive Democracy; Democratic Backsliding; Third Wave of Autocratisation; Path-Dependence; Peace and Development; Botswana; Tanzania;

    Abstract : Over the past decade, a third wave of autocratisation has stormed the world, hitting democracies and autocracies alike. The ongoing democratic backsliding is attributed to a range of factors. From “executive aggrandisement” and strategic manipulation of elections to "autocratic lawfare”. READ MORE

  5. 14. Risk Assessment for Space Debris Collisions

    University essay from KTH/Lättkonstruktioner, marina system, flyg- och rymdteknik, rörelsemekanik

    Author : Kenny Andersson; [2023]
    Keywords : space debris; NASA standard breakup model; satellite fragmentations; satellite fragmentation modelling; space surveillance and tracking; ESA MASTER; collision risk; risk assessment; space situational awareness; rymdskrot; NASA standard breakup model; satellitfragmentering; modellering av satellitfragmentering; inmätning och övervakning av rymdobjekt; ESA MASTER; kollisionsrisk; riskbedömning; rymdlägesbild;

    Abstract : The increasing reliance on space infrastructure and its rapid expansion necessitate the development and enhancement of tools for space debris and fragmentation research. Accurate prediction of the risks associated with satellite fragmentation requires comprehensive understanding of the dynamics involved. READ MORE

  6. 15. Exploring the Swedish Credit Market Ecosystem : A study of loan intermediaries’ contribution to a more efficient consumer credit market

    University essay from KTH/Fastighetsföretagande och finansiella system

    Author : Emil Danielsson; Sofia Nork; [2023]
    Keywords : Credit market; consumer credit; ecosystem; financial intermediaries; loan intermediaries; Kreditmarknad; konsumentkrediter; ekosystem; finansiella intermediärer; låneförmedlare;

    Abstract : A long period of low interest rates, economic growth and a booming housing market hasresulted in an increase in the debt level of Swedish households. New digital ways of providingfinancial services are changing the traditional banking world and are often praised for beingefficient and inclusive. READ MORE