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1. 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 konfliktforskningAbstract : 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
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2. VIDEO GAME-BASED LANGUAGE LEARNING AND LITERACY A systematic review of the current state of research on video game-based learning and language learning
University essay from Institutionen för tillämpad informationsteknologiAbstract : Over the last decades, the video game medium has become increasingly popular-ized and technologically advanced. Consequently, the learning sciences have started to investigate the pedagogical potential of this medium. Literacy researchers have argued that unique features of the video game medium offer possibilities for effective language learning. READ MORE
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3. Time-based Key for Coverless Audio Steganography: A Proposed Behavioral Method to Increase Capacity
University essay from Blekinge Tekniska Högskola/Institutionen för datavetenskapAbstract : Background. Coverless steganography is a relatively unexplored area of steganography where the message is not embedded into a cover media. Instead the message is derived from one or several properties already existing in the carrier media. This renders steganalysis methods used for traditional steganography useless. READ MORE
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4. The quest for a classical bulge - a study of kinematics, abundances, and ages using microlensed dwarf stars and Gaia
University essay from Lunds universitet/Astrofysik; Lunds universitet/Fysiska institutionenAbstract : Context: We present an kinematical analysis of 90 F and G type dwarf, turn-off, and subgiant stars in the Galactic bulge. These stars were observed with high-resolution spectrographs during gravitational microlensing events This allowed for their ages, abundances, and radial velocities to be ascertained while they were significantly brighter. READ MORE
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5. Does money grow on trees? A study of five Swedish national parks using a GIS approach to analyse economic impact
University essay from Lunds universitet/Ekonomisk-historiska institutionenAbstract : National parks are key parts of worldwide conservation initiatives. Increasingly, they are being founded not only to meet conservation goals but also because of their potential positive impact on regional economies. READ MORE
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