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1. 1. Perception of urban blue-green infrastructure during winter in Gothenburg

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

   Author : Mikaela Torell; [2023-08-17]
   Keywords : perception; greenery; water; urban environment; recreation;

   Abstract : Life in urban settlements is often associated with insufficient physical activity and continuous stress. By implementing blue-green infrastructure (BGI) consisting of parks, trees, ponds, and rain gardens, amongst others, recreational values can be provided for the residents. READ MORE

3. 2. PERCEPTION OF URBAN TREES AND THEIR ECOSYSTEM SERVICES

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet / Institutionen för biologi och miljövetenskap

   Author : Emma Dalros Sköld; [2023-08-03]
   Keywords : perceptions; tree preferences; urban trees; ecosystem services;

   Abstract : Global urbanization is one of the most wide-ranging, irreversible, and rapid land-use changes in modern history. Natural elements, such as trees, should be incorporated into cities to produce sustainable urban environments. READ MORE

4. 3. Aging in place and the sense of it: Exploring the elderly’s perspective on a nursing home located in Jönköping, Sweden

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet / Institutionen för ekonomi och samhälle

   Author : Muhamed Krestic; [2023-06-28]
   Keywords : ”Aging in place”; “sense of place”; place”; “well-being”; “quality of life”; “formal care”; “nursing home”; “elderly”; “välbefinnande”; “livskvalité”; “formell vård”; “äldreboende”; “äldre”;

   Abstract : This study explores the experiences and perspectives of older individuals residing in a nursing home with a focus on factors influencing their well-being and quality of life. The research is guided by three key concepts: Aging in place (policies and practices that allow older adults to reside in a chosen living setting for as long as possible, while avoiding unnecessary relocation), Sense of place (subjective and emotional connections individuals have with a specific place), and place (a location that holds a set of meanings). READ MORE

5. 4. Unga tjejers perspektiv på den urbana närmiljön : promenadintervjuer med tjejer i åldern 8-12

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of People and Society

   Author : Anna Maria Sandberg; [2023]
   Keywords : Barnvänliga miljöer; stadsmiljö; tjejers perspektiv; miljöerbjudanden; rörelsefrihet; platsskapande; promenadintervjuer;

   Abstract : Det urbana landskapet har genomgått en stor förändring de senaste decennierna, och den ökade trafiken, förtätningen och rädslan för fulla gubbar begränsar barns rörelsefrihet idag. Möjligheten att röra sig fritt utgör tillsammans med tillgång till många miljöerbjudanden, grundstenarna i en barnvänlig miljö. READ MORE

6. 5. Ecosystem services from woody vegetation in East African rangelands

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Forest Ecology and Management

   Author : Anna Linnéa Elisabeth Swärd; [2023]
   Keywords : dryland ecosystems; rangelands; rangelands; woody vegetation; restoration; Karamoja; West Pokot; pastoralists; agro-pastoralists; East Africa;

   Abstract : Drylands cover nearly half of the Earth's land surface and are dominated by croplands and rangelands. Dryland ecosystems worldwide are affected by land degradation. Increased population pressure, climate change and unsustainable land use threaten essential ecosystem services and adversely impact people’s livelihoods and well-being. READ MORE