Essays about: "quantitative thesis"

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1. 11. The language of risk: A quantitative study on the effects of presentation format in risk communication

   University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för marknadsföring och strategi

   Author : Andreas Lidin; Daniel Mira; [2024]
   Keywords : Risk Communication; Numeracy; Presentation Format; Natural Frequencies;

   Abstract : Consumers are faced with everyday decisions requiring understanding and interpretation of risks and probabilities. One area where the importance of good risk communication is particularly salient is in modern healthcare where shared medical decision making is a central feature. READ MORE

3. 12. Potential and Limitations of the Sketch Map Tool in the International Red Cross Red Crescent Movement

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Riskhantering och Samhällssäkerhet

   Author : Kimon Letzner; [2024]
   Keywords : Disaster risk reduction; Participatory action research; Community risk mapping; International Red Cross Red Crescent Movement; Colombia; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : In disaster risk management, participatory mapping (PM) closes spatial data gaps in communities by integrating local risk knowledge. The thesis examined the potential and limitations of the Sketch Map Tool (SMT) as a PM tool for community-based disaster risk reduction (DRR) through an International Red Cross Red Crescent Movement case study. READ MORE

4. 13. Fighting for Profit in Modern Warfare : A quantiative analysis of the influence of Private Military and Security Companies (PMSC’s) on conflict intensity in weak states

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för freds- och konfliktforskning

   Author : Samuel Hallhammar; [2024]
   Keywords : Private Military Security Contractors; Conflict Intensity;

   Abstract : The influence of private actors within armed conflict is becoming increasingly relevant, as the market for private military and security companies (PMSC’s) is growing in tandem with new opportunities within the sector. Their involvement in many conflicts around the world suggest the demand for private actors is not likely to go away any time soon, as their professional approach to offering an advantage in settling conflicts might appeal to many contracting parties. READ MORE

5. 14. Gas Chromatographic Method Development for Analysis of Samples from a Carbon Capture Pilot Plant

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Kemiteknik (CI)

   Author : David Wedin; [2024]
   Keywords : Carbon Capture and Storage; CCS; AMP DMSO; Gas Chromatography; amine absorption; analysis method development; Chemical Engineering; Chemistry;

   Abstract : In response to the escalating threat of climate change, carbon capture and storage have gained increasing attention as an important component in mitigating the global carbon dioxide emissions. Substantial research efforts have focused on enhancing the energy efficiency and availability of these technologies. READ MORE

6. 15. Timber, Drugs or Gold: The Podium for Conflict Related Sexual Violence : A qualitative study on the impact of lootable and non lootable resources on conflict related sexual violence

   University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för freds- och konfliktforskning

   Author : Josefin Berg; [2024]
   Keywords : sexual violence; CRSV; natural resources; lootability;

   Abstract : Recent research has identified a correlation between differrent ways of exploiting natural resources and the occurrence of conflict-related sexual violence. In a quantitative study, extortion showed to have a high correlation with instances of conflict-related sexual violence, but the study lacked evidence for a causal relationship. READ MORE