Essays about: "M A activity"

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1. 1. The Missing Ingredient: How to improve value investing in the information age

   University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för redovisning och finansiering

   Author : Robin Grawe; Kjell Thomsen; [2023]
   Keywords : Value investing; Fama-French; Intangible Assets; Accounting-based valuation;

   Abstract : This thesis aims to inform a value investing strategy in specific niches of European firms by adjusting the book-to-market (B/M) ratio for intangible assets. An increase in intangible assets' importance for corporate value creation coupled with a lack of amendments to their accounting treatment has led to debates on the value relevance and accuracy of accounting information, including the B/M ratio used to derive value premiums. READ MORE

3. 2. Work on track! : A train interior design concept to meet contemporary work trends and needs

   University essay from Konstfack/Industridesign

   Author : Alicia M Abaitua Knight; [2023]
   Keywords : Sustainability; Long-distance train travel; Passenger experience; Future of rail; Co-working space; Travelling; Speculative design; Switch from aviation to rail; Activity-based train;

   Abstract : In a future vision for rail travel, trains will be designed as an activity-based whole space, with different areas for various activities, such as relaxing, socialising or family bonding. My degree project, in collaboration with SJ, proposes a concept carriage dedicated to work, analogous to spending a day at a mobile coworking space. READ MORE

4. 3. Studies of broad-spectrum inhibitors against main protease of SARS-CoV-2 and other Coronaviruses

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för medicinsk biokemi och mikrobiologi

   Author : Alexandra Stanciu; [2023]
   Keywords : human coronavirus 229E; SARS-CoV-2; main protease; nirmatrelvir; GC-376; compound 19;

   Abstract : Coronaviruses have caused three large outbreaks in the past century. The most recent one, also still ongoing, is represented by the SARS-CoV-2/Covid-19 pandemic. Efforts have been taken to develop efficient vaccines and antivirals and one of the major virus-based targets in drug development is represented by the main protease of these viruses. READ MORE

5. 4. Comparison of drone ecology and behavior between Apis mellifera mellifera and the hybrid Buckfast in southwestern Sweden

   University essay from Högskolan i Skövde/Institutionen för biovetenskap

   Author : Finja Schaumann; [2023]
   Keywords : ;

   Abstract : Most research on the biology of the western honey bee (Apis mellifera) focuses on the worker bees, but knowledge about drones is lacking despite their important role in mating with a virgin queen. Available information about their ecology and behavior are mainly based on direct observations in need of intensive experience and knowledge about honey bees. READ MORE

6. 5. Divestiture Dilemmas: The Impact of CEO Organizational Identification on Corporate Divestiture Propensity, Size, and Scope

   University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för finansiell ekonomi

   Author : Markus Johansson; Sarangua Tsogtoo; [2023]
   Keywords : Divestiture; Organizational Identification; M A; Upper Echelons Theory; Agency Theory;

   Abstract : While previous research has shown that characteristics of CEOs can impact their reluctance towards engaging in divestiture activity, less is known about how CEO organizational identification (OI) influences their divestiture decisions. This study examines how CEO OI impacts a company's propensity to divest business units, the size of divestitures, and the scope of post-divestiture refocusing. READ MORE