Essays about: "Linearity test"

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  1. 16. Evaluation of sample preparation techniques for MALDI-TOF-MS analysis of oligosaccharides

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Avdelningen för analytisk farmaceutisk kemi

    Author : Samone Liti; [2016]
    Keywords : Analytical Chemistry; MALDI-TOF-MS; Oligosaccharides;

    Abstract : The aim of this study was to optimize the sample preparation and methods for analysis of oligosaccharides of hyaluronic acid with MALDI- TOF-MS. The analysis was carried out on an Autoflex speed MADLI-TOF- MS instrument with both linear and reflectron mode. READ MORE

  3. 17. Earnings Surprises and the Cross-Section of Stock Returns

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för finansiell ekonomi

    Author : Benedicte Sofie Damslora; Marcus Engström; [2016]
    Keywords : Earnings surprises; S P 500; Risk factors;

    Abstract : Do earnings surprises affect stock prices during the subsequent quarter? If so, what is the estimated impact, and to what extent can it be clearly distinguished from other factors? To answer these questions we build ten dynamic portfolios in which the companies are continuously reallocated according to their latest earnings surprise. A cross-sectional regression based on these portfolios indicates a distinct albeit nonlinear effect of the earnings surprise. READ MORE

  4. 18. Analysis of short chain fatty acids in faecal samples : development and validation of a new method

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Food Science

    Author : Nils Ewald; [2016]
    Keywords : short chain fatty acids; SCFA; faeces; dietary fibre; quantification; gas chromatography; flame ionization detector; GC-FID;

    Abstract : Short chain fatty acids (SCFA) are produced by the gut microflora following the intake of complex carbohydrates and have been suggested as a contributor for some of the health benefits associated with dietary fibre (DF) intake. For further research of the mechanisms and effects of SCFA, reliable and accurate methods for analysis of SCFA in different biological samples are needed. READ MORE

  5. 19. Market-consistent valuation of a pension product with guarantee in line with Solvency II : An applied case study to improve knowledge about how rationality and stressed conditions with respect to market- and insurance risk will impact the balance sheet.

    University essay from Umeå universitet/Institutionen för matematik och matematisk statistik

    Author : Isak Berg; Richard Stadig; [2016]
    Keywords : Risk management; Insurance; Best estimate; Valuation;

    Abstract : Traditional pension products have today been replaced by products that are linked directly to the unit value of some kind of investment portfolio. These products contribute to more vulnerable situations for insurance companies in terms of uncertainties of future obligations. READ MORE

  6. 20. Smart sensor for wrist movements

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Biomedicinsk teknik

    Author : Hillevi Johansson; [2015]
    Keywords : Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : The aim of this thesis was to develop a way to evaluate the mobility of the wrist or hand after an injury. To do this a prototype of a compression glove with added conductive silicone was made. A tensile test was done first to test linearity between resistance and elongation. Thereafter this was implemented on the prototype. READ MORE