Essays about: "The Andes"

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  1. 6. Optimization-Based Geometry Correction Of Blood Flow CFD Simulations Using 4D-Flow Data

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Institutionen för energivetenskaper

    Author : Fritiof Hegardt; [2022]
    Keywords : Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : 4D-flow is a powerful tool capable of capturing 3-dimensional, time-resolved flow measurements of blood flow in the body. Their current use is limited by resolution and scan times. A proposed solution is to use Simulation Based Imaging (SBI). READ MORE

  3. 7. "If they win, we disappear": An interview study of local mining opposition in northwestern Ecuador

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Socialantropologi

    Author : John Jederlund; [2022]
    Keywords : Social Anthropology; Mining; Extractivism; Cultural politics; Ecological imaginary; Development; Social fabric; Social Sciences; Agriculture and Food Sciences; Cultural Sciences;

    Abstract : In the contemporary globalised era, social and economic development is being increasingly associated with extractivism. Opening up resource markets to multinational extractive industries is a common strategy used by Latin American states for promoting economic growth and reducing poverty. READ MORE

  4. 8. Particle focusing and separation in curved microchannels using elasto-inertial microfluidics

    University essay from KTH/Tillämpad fysik

    Author : Belinda Bergström; [2022]
    Keywords : Elasto-inertial microfluidics; particle focusing; particle separation; nanobiotechnology; Elastisk tröghetsmikrofluidik; partikelfokusering; partikelseparation; nanobioteknologi;

    Abstract : The passive particle separation method of elasto-inertial microfluidics have greatpotential in the field of physics, biology and chemistry. The objective of thisdegree project was to understand particle behavior in curved microchannels fornon-Newtonian fluids. READ MORE

  5. 9. Compositional analysis of the Andean fruit Pouteria Lucuma : a comparison of different physical forms (powder, frozen pulp and fresh pulp)

    University essay from SLU/Department of Molecular Sciences

    Author : Elsa Ramberg; [2022]
    Keywords : Pouteria Lucuma; Powder; frozen pulp; fresh pulp; Total phenolic compounds; Antioxidant capacity; D-glucose; D-fructose and Sucrose.;

    Abstract : Lucuma (Pouteria Lucuma), an ancient fruit from the Andes, is now increasing in popularity in the global West due to the characteristic flavour and nutritional composition (e.g. high in fibres and phenolic compounds). The shelf life of the fresh fruit is short, therefore it is mainly used as frozen pulp or powder. READ MORE

  6. 10. Characterization and modeling of hydrology and climatology in paramo ecosystems in Colombia : A study of the paramos and climate change impact on these ecosystems as a water resource

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Luft-, vatten- och landskapslära

    Author : Lovisa Nilsson; Julia Tholander; [2022]
    Keywords : paramo; hydrology; climate change; precipitation; discharge; modeling; characterization; HBV; ENSO; paramo; hydrologi; klimatförändringar; nederbörd; avrinning; modellering; karaktärisering; HBV; ENSO;

    Abstract : Paramos are unique ecosystems situated in the tropical Andes at an elevation of 2800-4800 meters above sea level. They are home to a variety of endemic species and have a great water regulating capacity and supply around 80 % of the population in Colombia with freshwater. READ MORE