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1. 1. Development and evaluation of solar heating solutions for Villages in the highlands of Peru

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

   Author : Tom Rupert Göransson; [2023]
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   Abstract : In the Peruvian highlands, hundreds of thousands of people live in dwellings that are completely unheated. In this climate, nighttime indoor temperatures during the winter could be as low as 0°C. Indoor cold can cause thousands of respiratory diseases and increase winter mortality. READ MORE

3. 2. Development and Evaluation of an Enzyme-Based Sunscreen

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Bioteknik; Lunds universitet/Bioteknik (master)

   Author : Karolina Eriksson Torfgård; [2023]
   Keywords : Enzyme activity; UV-filter; Protease; Biotechnology; Technology and Engineering;

   Abstract : Ultraviolet radiation (UVR), specifically of UVA and UVB, has been associated with the development of both photoaging and photo-carcinogenesis, potentially leading to cancer. The use of sun protection in the form of UV filters is known to minimize these damages. READ MORE

4. 3. Using Dynamic Double Machine Learning for Guided District Heating Forecasting and Physical Parameter Extraction

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Matematisk statistik

   Author : Justinas Smertinas; [2022]
   Keywords : Double Machine Learning; Time Series; District Heating; ARMAX; Forecasting; Solar Gain; Diurnal Effects; Mathematics and Statistics;

   Abstract : This thesis’ main goals were to provide accurate forecasts and informative physical parameter estimates for energy use of the district heating in the Tingbjerg neighborhood, Copenhagen. Our work is aimed as a contribution for future work towards efficient on-demand energy production. READ MORE

5. 4. Evaluation of overheating risks and passive cooling measures in low energy Swedish dwellings

   University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Energi och byggnadsdesign; Lunds universitet/Institutionen för arkitektur och byggd miljö

   Author : Sammar Kassab; Salma Aljabri; [2022]
   Keywords : Overheating; Passive cooling; Thermal comfort; Energy-efficient building; Building simulation; Heat wave; Residential dwellings; Occupant comfort and health; Measurement criteria.; Arts and Architecture;

   Abstract : Overheating in buildings is becoming a major concern and cause for various health issues. Existing research and previous studies on the issue were examined to acquire relevant information about the definition of overheating, its possible causes, and the heath impacts it could have on human health. READ MORE

6. 5. Hybrid solar district heating: combinations of high and low temperature solar technologies : A case study of Swedish DH system

   University essay from Högskolan Dalarna/Institutionen för information och teknik

   Author : Lucrezia Giorgio; [2021]
   Keywords : District heating; Solar assisted district heating; Hybrid solar system; Flat plate collector; Parabolic trough collector; Photovoltaic thermal collector.;

   Abstract : In Sweden, the residential and industrial energy demand is provided by a significant part of district heating. In a decarbonization plan to reduce the CO2 emissions, the integration of a large-scale solar system in the district heating can be a suitable option. READ MORE