Essays about: "cost benefit"

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1. 6. Genetic Data Privacy and Consumer Choice Behavior: An Exploratory Study on Direct-To-Consumer Genetic Testing

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Inês Raeiro; Xuexin Li; [2023-07-03]
   Keywords : consumer privacy; privacy calculus theory; trust; genetic data privacy; direct-to-consumer genetic testing; consumer choice behavior;

   Abstract : The rapid growth of the Direct-to-Consumer Genetic Testing (DTC-GT) industry has raised significant concerns regarding the collection, storage, and use of highly sensitive genetic information. This study aims to address the existing research gaps by examining consumer privacy and choice behavior in the context of DTC-GT. READ MORE

3. 7. Second Life Applications for Degraded EV Batteries : Evaluating Benefits Basedon Remaining Useful Life and Battery Configurations

   University essay from Linköpings universitet/Fordonssystem

   Author : Sandberg Elis; [2023]
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   Abstract : This thesis explores the potential of second-life electric vehicle batteries, which are no longer suitable for electro-mobility, to provide energy storage solutions. The study iden- tifies two potential applications for second-life batteries: charging stations and residential PV energy storage systems. READ MORE

4. 8. Are large clearcuts the only way to manage forests? : a study of economic performance and deadwood production of various silviculture systems

   University essay from SLU/Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre

   Author : Haidi Andersson; [2023]
   Keywords : uneven-aged forestry; continuous cover forestry; CCF; clearcut; deadwood; RFM; even-aged forest; Net present value; Heureka;

   Abstract : Our forests are a natural resource which is needed for many purposes. Their importance and different values are expressed in the Swedish legislation, where production and environmental goals are set as equal. To many it is not sufficient, there has been a debate regarding how forests are managed and the practice of clear-cutting for decades. READ MORE

5. 9. Improving the thermal climate of schools in semi-desert climate : A case study of solutions in La Guajira, Colombia

   University essay from Högskolan i Gävle/Energisystem och byggnadsteknik

   Author : Michael Johansson; [2023]
   Keywords : Solar chimney; Thermal comfort; Classrooms; School; La Guajira; Colombia;

   Abstract : As the climate changes, hot regions like La Guajira's semi-desert will become even hotter. It is projected that the average temperature in this region will increase by 2.4 ℃ over the course of this century, with a 20 % reduction in precipitation. READ MORE

6. 10. Conversational AI Workforce Revolution : Exploring the Effects of Conversational AI on Work Roles and Organisations

   University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för informatik (IK)

   Author : Julien Papadopulos; Jonas Christiansen; [2023]
   Keywords : Conversational Artificial Intelligence CAI ; Artificial intelligence AI ; ChatGPT; Work roles; Organisational impact; Future of work.;

   Abstract : Recent public artificial intelligence (AI) advancements, particularly ChatGPT, are predicted to transform whole industries, work roles and organisational structures, leading to some jobs becoming obsolete while also creating new opportunities. This qualitative research explores the effects of ChatGPT on work roles and organisations in the information technology (IT) industry, more specifically, the effects on skills, competence, and organisational processes such as the automation of routine and non-routine tasks. READ MORE