Essays about: "Lucas"

Showing result 16 - 20 of 303 essays containing the word Lucas.

1. 16. A look into stem rust resistance breeding

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Plant Breeding (from 130101)

   Author : Lucas Sydh Sjögren; [2023]
   Keywords : Stem rust; Black rust; Puccinia graminis f. sp. tritici; Plant breeding; Ug99; TKTTF; Plant resistance; Social challenges; Political challenges; Practical challenges;

   Abstract : Wheat is one of the largest food commodities globally, but the cultivation of wheat faces many challenges. Among these is the stem rust disease, which historically has caused mass starvation and misery. This thesis explores the stem rust disease in wheat, and the plant breeding for the potential of resistance to stem rust in the future. READ MORE

3. 17. Collaborative Couture: Decoding Relative Pricing Strategies and its Impact on Brand Equity

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

   Author : Lucas Holmqvist Adolfsson; Gustaf Johnsson Wallin; Erik Bergtoft; [2023]
   Keywords : Co-Branding; Brand Equity; Brand Awareness; Brand Loyalty; Brand Associations; Perceived Quality; Relative Pricing; Luxury Fashion; Case Study; H M; Balmain; Adidas; Gucci; Fendi; Versace; Business and Economics;

   Abstract : Purpose: This paper aims to analyze the relative pricing of co-branding collaborations in the fashion industry to gain a deeper understanding of the effects on their respective brand equity. Design/method: This paper adopts a qualitative approach involving case studies on several co-branding collaborations in the fashion industry (H&M x Balmain, Adidas x Gucci, Fendi x Versace). READ MORE

4. 18. The Metaverse: The Potential to Revolutionize Workforce Training : A qualitative study on how industrial companies can use the Metaverse for workforce training, presenting a conceptual framework

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

   Author : Lucas Geijer; Calle Larsson; [2023]
   Keywords : Metaverse; digital transformation; immersive learning; extended reality; workforce training; change management; skill gaps;

   Abstract : Recent technological advances are radically changing the industrial landscape and driving a digital transformation of industry. This transformation presents several challenges for industrial companies, notably the urgent need to bridge a widening skill gap. READ MORE

5. 19. Risk Management and Sustainability - A Study of Risk and Return in Portfolios With Different Levels of Sustainability

   University essay from KTH/Matematik (Avd.)

   Author : Magnus Borg; Lucas Ternqvist; [2023]
   Keywords : ESG; Value-at-Risk VaR ; Expected Shortfall ES ; Risk Management; Financial Risk; Financial Mathematics; Sustainability; Portfolio Management; Capital Asset Pricing Model CAPM ; Hållbarhet; Value-at-Risk VaR ; Expected Shortfall ES ; Riskhantering; Finansiell Risk; Finansiell Matematik; Portföljkonstruktion;

   Abstract : This thesis examines the risk profile of Electronically Traded Funds and the dependence of the ESG rating on risk. 527 ETFs with exposure globally were analyzed. Risk measures considered were Value-at-Risk and Expected Shortfall, while some other metrics of risk was used, such as the volatility, maximum drawdown, tail dependece, and copulas. READ MORE

6. 20. The effect of different techniques on suspension in aesthetic finger prosthetics

   University essay from Jönköping University/HHJ. Ortopedteknisk plattform

   Author : Lucas van 't Ende; Marianne Andreasen; [2023]
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   Abstract : Aesthetic finger prosthetics provide functional and cosmetic benefits. Good suspension of the prosthesis plays a role in the functional and aesthetic effects, and a loose fit can lead to rejection of the prosthetic. READ MORE