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  1. 1. Stitching Sustainability: Exploring the Dynamics of Slow Fashion: A qualitative content analysis of how two Swedish fashion companies operate in practice in relation to a slow fashion framework

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för globala studier

    Author : Olivia Malvebo; [2023-10-25]
    Keywords : Slow fashion; fashion industry; supply chain; globalization; gap; consumerism; green critiques of development; Filippa K; Nudie Jeans;

    Abstract : Collective research indicates that the global fashion industry faces extensive challenges within the objective of a just and sustainable development and clarifies the need for slow production and consumption. Slow fashion is both a movement and a theoretical concept aiming to do this, where slow is not time- but quality-based. READ MORE

  3. 2. When second time’s a charm - Exploring consumers’ temporal experiences within second-hand fashion shopping

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Julia Stenmark; Klaudia Urda; [2023-07-03]
    Keywords : sustainable consumption; second-hand fashion shopping; shopping-as-practice; temporal experience; customer experience; circular practice;

    Abstract : Second-hand fashion has emerged as a more sustainable way of shopping, promoting the circular economy while offering unique styles for a cheaper price. Although consumers generally express a willingness to adopt a more sustainable fashion consumption, this is not mirrored in their actual engagement in second-hand fashion shopping. READ MORE

  4. 3. Time is Tik(Tok)ing: An Insight on Contemporary Media Consumer Behavior - An exploratory study on user-generated content’s potential impact on contemporary media consumption

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Hilal Ahmad; Isak Rydén; [2023-07-03]
    Keywords : Media consumption; user-generated content; fast media; TikTok; addictive behavior; trends; media multitasking; social TV;

    Abstract : The drastic entrance and growth of TikTok during the last years have introduced new ways of consuming entertainment which has been adopted by individuals globally. Due to its novelty this type of media consumption is a rather understudies subject, which is why this study will explore new tendencies and behaviors occurring among consumers to provide inspiration for further research. READ MORE

  5. 4. Simulated molecular adder circuits on a surface of DNA : Studying the scalability of surface chemical reaction network digital logic circuits

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

    Author : Jakob Arvidsson; [2023]
    Keywords : Surface chemical reaction networks; Molecular computing; DNA computing; Circuit simulation; Adders; Ytbundna kemiska reaktionsnätverk; Molekylär beräkning; DNA-beräkning; Kretssimulering; Additionskretsar;

    Abstract : The behavior of the Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA) molecule can be exploited to perform useful computation. It can also be ”programmed” using the language of Chemical Reaction Networks (CRNs). One specialized CRN construct is the Surface Chemical Reaction Network (SCRN). READ MORE

  6. 5. Is Second Hand the New Fast Fashion? : The Consumption Habits of Young Swedes in the Second Hand Fashion Market

    University essay from Högskolan i Borås/Akademin för textil, teknik och ekonomi

    Author : Felicia Marholeva; Marko Pusic; [2023]
    Keywords : Sustainable consumption; unsustainable consumption; second hand market; fashion consumption; fast fashion; overconsumption; hedonic consumption;

    Abstract : As the world moves towards a more sustainable future and consumers begin to research more sustainable ways to consume, many turn to second hand for purchasing apparel due to its supposed minimal effect on the environment. The second hand market is rapidly growing but research surrounding the implications of its growth is scarce. READ MORE