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  1. 1. A Heavy Burden - Coloniality and Exploitation of the Subaltern in Nepal’s Mountain Tourism Industry

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Kulturgeografi och ekonomisk geografi; Lunds universitet/Institutionen för kulturgeografi och ekonomisk geografi; Lunds universitet/Humanekologi

    Author : Sara Frenning; [2023]
    Keywords : tourism; trekking; climbing; Subaltern; workforce equity; coloniality; Nepal; Social Sciences;

    Abstract : This thesis analyzes the effects of mountain tourism on local people and communities in Nepal with a focus on three main questions: the equity of mountain jobs, the impacts of Western mountaineering’s dominance on local cultures, and the respect and lack of respect for local workers' lives. Despite repeated accounts of precarious and dangerous working conditions the adventure and mountain tourism industry continue to exploit some bodies on behalf of others. READ MORE

  3. 2. The Impact of Quantum Computing on the Financial Sector : Exploring the Current Performance and Prospects of Quantum Computing for Financial Applications through Mean-Variance Optimization

    University essay from Linköpings universitet/Produktionsekonomi

    Author : Ante Fahlkvist; Alfred Kheiltash; [2023]
    Keywords : Quantum computing; Finance; Financial applications; Mean-variance optimization; Zero-one quadratic programming; Quantum computing in finance;

    Abstract : Many important tasks in finance often rely on complex and time-consuming computations. The rapid development of quantum technology has raised the question of whether quantum computing can be used to solve these tasks more efficiently than classical computing. READ MORE

  4. 3. Brexit and its Effect on the E.U. in Terms of the Economy : -A Qualitative Content Analysis

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för statsvetenskap (ST)

    Author : Joudi Majbour; [2022]
    Keywords : Brexit; Economy; Member States; Policymakers; Single-Market; The E.U; Trade Barriers.;

    Abstract : This research paper aims to explore the economic effects of Brexit on the European Union. The main research question is: What were the Brexit's effects on the E.U. economy? The study was conducted through a systematic literature review, focusing on existing literature to explain the various impact of Brexit on the E. READ MORE

  5. 4. "No Boss. Flexible Schedule. Quick Pay." - A Qualitative Study on Algorithmic Management and Control in Food Delivery Platforms

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för företagande och ledning

    Author : Tjalve Bergdahl; Tilde Åkerhielm; [2022]
    Keywords : Algorithmic Management; App Work; Food Delivery Platforms; Managerial Control;

    Abstract : Modern technology has enabled new managerial solutions in the continuous strive for increased efficiency. One example is Algorithmic Management, which handles typical managerial tasks such as giving directions and providing feedback by tracking and measuring workers. One industry at the forefront of using this technology is home food delivery. READ MORE

  6. 5. Återupptagen persontrafik på Västerdalsbanan : en studie av järnvägens betydelse för mobilitet och en fossilfri framtid

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management (from 130101)

    Author : Hanna-Louise Aasen; [2021]
    Keywords : mobilitet; järnväg; hållbara transporter; mobility justice; miljömål;

    Abstract : Arbetet undersöker hur befintliga järnvägssträckningar utan persontrafik kan användas och utvecklas för att möta de hållbarhetsmål som är uppsatta av svenska staten och Region Dalarna. Detta görs baserat på en fallstudie som görs kring bandelen Västerdalsbanan (Repbäcken Malung), där områdets historia och förutsättningar ställs mot teorier om mobility justice, hållbara transporter och målsättningar från Region Dalarna, de berörda kommunerna och svenska staten. READ MORE