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  1. 1. An attempt to promote ground-nesting bees in an urban landscape. Investigating the use of sand beds as a conservation effort.

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet / Instiutionen för biologi och miljövetenskap

    Author : Bodil Mattson; [2024-02-16]
    Keywords : ground-nesting bees - pollinator conservation - sand beds – conservation in urban parks;

    Abstract : Pollinators provide crucial services for the ecosystems by pollinating around 80-90% of all plants. However, pollinating insects are declining worldwide which may cause a parallel decline in plant species leading to large biodiversity losses. READ MORE

  3. 2. Can precommercial thinning be used to create more diversity after planting spruce?

    University essay from SLU/Southern Swedish Forest Research Centre

    Author : Astrid Bygge; [2024]
    Keywords : Forestry; pre-commercial; stand structure; heterogeneity; silviculture; mixed forests; monoculture; Picea abies; Betula spp.;

    Abstract : Mixed forests will harbour other ecosystem services than a planted coniferous monoculture. This study used early results from a long-term experiment to examine if different precommercial thinning treatments can be used to increase diversity in planted stands of Norway spruce (Picea abies) mixed with high densities of natural regeneration of birch (Betula spp. READ MORE

  4. 3. Social Media Platforms - The Most Valuable Player? - The role of social media platforms in fostering football fans’ team loyalty

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Graduate School

    Author : Sofia Granberg; Julia Löfblad; [2023-07-03]
    Keywords : Twitter; podcast; e-zine; social media usage; football; fandom; brands; involvement; team identification; attitudinal loyalty; behavioral loyalty;

    Abstract : With football as an increasing business, alongside the rise and importance of user-generated content on social media, this mixed methodological paper analyzes which roles Twitter, podcasts and e-zines usage have for Swedish football fans’ loyalty towards their favorite teams, by utilizing surveys and semi-structured interviews. This paper provides support for positive relationships between social media usage and behavioral fan loyalty, since social media platforms keep fans updated and generate information, especially when there is a geographical distance between the fans and the team. READ MORE

  5. 4. Hydrogen Pipeline Infrastructure Design for Germany in 2045

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

    Author : Flora Marianne von Mikulicz-Radecki; [2023]
    Keywords : Hydrogen Transport Infrastructure; Pipeline Networks; Retrofitting; Infrastructure Planning; Peak Hour Hydrogen Demand; Utilization Rate; Costs of Avoided Emissions; Carbon Neutrality; Infrastruktur för vätgastransport; rörledningsnät; eftermontering; infrastrukturplanering; efterfrågan på vätgas under m;

    Abstract : Germany’s commitment to carbon neutrality by 2045 underscores the need for climate action, with hydrogen’s multiple uses in industry, transport, and energy offering a viable solution. Efficient retrofitting of the extensive natural gas pipeline network can enable hydrogen to be transported from supply to demand centers. READ MORE

  6. 5. Irregulation Migration : A case study of third-country nationals in Sweden

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Fakulteten för kultur och samhälle (KS)

    Author : Olawale Isaac Olayiwola; [2023]
    Keywords : Irregular Migrants; Third-Country Nationals; Swedish Migration Policy; Informal Economy; Immigrant resistance;

    Abstract : This paper aims to shed light on the issue of irregular migration in Sweden, which has become an increasingly pressing concern for policy makers and the public. This study examines the various factors that contribute to irregular migration and the situation of irregular migrants. READ MORE