Essays about: "local knowledge"

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1. 16. How do Social Enterprises transform Education Inequality in Developing Countries?

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Marko Golac; [2023-07-19]
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   Abstract : Education inequality continues to be a barrier to social progress and reinforces the cycle of poverty. That is best visible in developing countries- where resources dedicated to education are not optimal and traditional approaches to reduce education inequality have proven to be ineffective, if there are any at all, due to resource limitations, bureaucratic barriers, and systemic complexities. READ MORE

3. 17. The Challenges of Social Enterprises in Balancing Economic, Social, and Environmental Tradeoffs: Comparative Case Study of Hybrid Organizing- Swedish Context.

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Teame Gebremedhn Gebrai; [2023-07-18]
   Keywords : hybrid organizing; long-term collaboration; creating shared values; common initiatives; socioeconomic vulnerable; societal transformation; co-creation of values; cross-sector functional teams; inclusive and circular models;

   Abstract : Purpose -This master thesis is to investigate the challenges of sustainability and to understand how massive effort of collaborative hybrid organizing, involving multiple stakeholders from private, public, and civil societies balance or aligns the activities that generate economic, social, and environmental impacts. And to analyze the effects of competition between the investors interested in the joint collaborative initiatives. READ MORE

4. 18. Bridging Borders: Exploring Impacts of Cultural Differences on Achieving Cross-Border M&A Harmonization - A Case Study

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

   Author : Piervincenzo Forte; Leonard von Stackelberg; [2023-07-18]
   Keywords : Cross-border M A; Culture; HQ-subsidiary relationship; Local sourcing; Local legitimacy; Cross-border M A harmonization;

   Abstract : Cross-border M&A has become a popular strategy for firms to enter new markets. Even though the advantages of cross-border M&A are well known, it is important to gain a deeper understanding of the procedure. Therefore, our study aims to add to the body of knowledge by examining the variables that affect the harmonization of cross-border M&A. READ MORE

5. 19. TRADITIONAL ECOLOGICAL KNOWLEDGE IN AGRICULTURE FOR ADAPTATION/ RESILIENCE TO CLIMATE CHANGE: HIGH MOUNTAIN ASIA

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för geovetenskaper

   Author : Dulani Lavanya Samarasekara Witharana; [2023-06-22]
   Keywords : climate change adaptation; resilient agroecosystems; Hindu Kush Himalaya; indigenous knowledge; traditional farming; traditional ecological knowledge;

   Abstract : Mountain agricultural systems in the Hindu Kush Himalaya (HKH) are in a unique position to contribute to promoting nature-based solutions in adaptation and resilience to climate change since they are least impacted by the influence of commercial high-production agriculture. This study aims to explore currently available literature for evidence of Traditional Ecological Knowledge (TEK) based agriculture in the HKH region and analyse their contribution to region and location specific climate change adaptation. READ MORE

6. 20. Seasonal Variability of Ice Nucleating Particles (INP) in Southern Sweden

   University essay from Göteborgs universitet / Institutionen för biologi och miljövetenskap

   Author : Tamina Kabir; [2023-03-08]
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   Abstract : Cloud ice crystals are formed by ice-nucleating particles (INPs). The micro-physical properties of clouds, precipitation formation and the life cycle of clouds are strongly influenced by the presence or absence of ice. Therefore knowledge of atmospheric INP concentrations is crucial to improve weather forecasting and climate projections. READ MORE