Essays about: "the WFP"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 15 essays containing the words the WFP.
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1. Characterization of ulvan polysaccharide degrading enzymes from Wenyingzhuangia fucanilytica
University essay from Lunds universitet/Bioteknik; Lunds universitet/Bioteknik (master)Abstract : The aim of this thesis was to fully characterize the enzyme WFp-105, including bioinformatic analysis, structural modeling, full activity and stability characterization and product determination. As well as for the enzyme WFp-37; optimize protein production in regard to expression strains and cultivation temperature, analyzing the genomic context as well as performing an initial activity detection. READ MORE
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2. The Technology for a Fruitful Future? : Analysing UN Policies on Blockchain for Sustainable Development
University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för globala politiska studier (GPS)Abstract : This Thesis evaluates the relationship between how the United Nations position themselves to utilizing Blockchain Technology for Sustainable Development and human capabilities. Specifically, a human-centric lens with the Capability Approach is applied. READ MORE
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3. Possible nutritional output of rapid-deployable CEA greenhouses for emergency scenarios
University essay from SLU/Department of Molecular SciencesAbstract : Space research is a catalyst for innovation and has for decades provided many tools for the improvement of life on earth. The development of space food and the demand of new methods for on-site food production for long-term space missions may, in fact, help solve the issues regarding food insecurity on earth. READ MORE
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4. Rethinking Humanitarian Accountability : A Case Study of the World Food Programme in Iraq
University essay from Uppsala universitet/Teologiska institutionenAbstract : Humanitarian accountability has been a topic of discussion since the 1990s, in response to a number of high-level scandals. Dozens of initiatives highlighting the importance of accountability to affected populations have been established. However, humanitarian organisations still receive criticisms for lacking accountability. READ MORE
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5. To antagonize food insecurity through the advancement of gender equality
University essay from Lunds universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionenAbstract : While violent conflicts are perceived to be the primary driver of food insecurity globally, the degree to which people are affected by both violent conflicts and food crises vary greatly, mainly depending on gender, age and socio-economical position. With this as a background, the aim of this thesis is to investigate how FAO and the WFP address gender dimensions of food insecurity in their humanitarian response on the food crisis related to the ongoing conflict in northeastern Nigeria. READ MORE