Essays about: "adaptation theory"

Showing result 21 - 25 of 252 essays containing the words adaptation theory.

1. 21. Rights on the Move: Climate induced migration and States’ obligations under the ICCPR

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Juridiska institutionen; Lunds universitet/Juridiska fakulteten

   Author : Ebba Nikolic Kajrup; [2023]
   Keywords : public international law; climate induced migration; climate change; ICCPR; right to life; non-refoulement; Teitiota; climate refugees; Law and Political Science;

   Abstract : Climate change is one of the current most pressing threats to human rights. The adverse impacts of climate change affect peoples’ mental and physical health and forces many to leave their countries. READ MORE

3. 22. “If I was told about the Lucia tradition - I would have loved to join” : A qualitative study on how Swedish For Immigrants (SFI) students experience a sense of belonging through communication.

   University essay from Jönköping University/HLK, Medie- och kommunikationsvetenskap

   Author : Petra Pethrosson; Sara Knowles; [2023]
   Keywords : Communication; integration; social integration; SFI; Hofstede; Cultural identity; language; belonging.; Kommunikation; integration; social integration; SFI; Hofstede; Kulturell identitet; språk; tillhörighet.;

   Abstract : This study aims to bring awareness about culture and social integration to investigate how newly arrived immigrants in a Swedish municipality experience their process of social inclusion, through communication whilst learning the Swedish language. The knowledge of a host country language helps an individual with cultural adaptation and integration. READ MORE

4. 23. Climate Action in Energy Infrastructure to Support the SDGs : Mainstreaming Climate Activities across the Project Lifecycle

   University essay from KTH/Skolan för industriell teknik och management (ITM)

   Author : Simon Román; Lousie Wernersson; [2023]
   Keywords : ;

   Abstract : To mitigate and adapt to climate change, full-scale climate action requires vast investments in supporting infrastructure across all sectors. Among all infrastructure sectors, energy generation and distribution are the largest emitter of greenhouse gas emissions, accounting for 37% of the world’s combined emissions. READ MORE

5. 24. Optimal Portfolio Re-Balancing on Fixed Periods using a Cost/Risk Adaptation Model and Stochastic Optimization.

   University essay from Linköpings universitet/Produktionsekonomi

   Author : Max Ehn; Marcus Jämte; [2023]
   Keywords : Optimal portfolio re-balancing; optimal liquidation; minimize transaction costs; trading-volume estimation; stochastic optimization; Financial mathematics; tracking error; execution strategies; opportunity costs; liquidation costs; applied mathematics; PRIIP regulation; Swing-pricing;

   Abstract : In this thesis we investigate the problem of portfolio re-balancing for fixed periods using a cost/risk adaptation model and stochastic optimization. The cost/risk adaptation model takes theory of optimal liquidity costs and risk preference to build a universe in which we try to find better strategies than conventional ones. READ MORE

6. 25. Context-Specific Peace Education Initiatives within local communities in Western Cape, South Africa: Lessons from Ubuntu

   University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för samhällsstudier (SS)

   Author : Martina Lastikova; [2023]
   Keywords : adaptive peacebuilding; context-specific peace education; ubuntu philosophy; social cohesion; social capital;

   Abstract : This thesis explores the role of context-specific peace education initiatives in promoting social cohesion in the Western Cape, South Africa, with an emphasis on drawing lessons from the philosophy of Ubuntu. Against the backdrop of South Africa's colonial, apartheid and post-apartheid historical and social significance, including issues of social cohesion, the study addresses the country's complex socio-political dynamics and ongoing challenges in fostering unity and inclusivity. READ MORE