Essays about: "thesis about indigenous knowledge"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 15 essays containing the words thesis about indigenous knowledge.

  1. 6. Exploring the viability of re-introducing Lablab purpureus (L.) Sweet as a multifunctional legume in northern Tanzania

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Biosystems and Technology (from 130101)

    Author : Christopher Forsythe; [2019]
    Keywords : Tanzania; agroecology; Lablab purpureus L. Sweet; insect pest; accession; multifunctional crop; viable crop; socio-ecological niche;

    Abstract : Tanzanian people are currently facing food insecurity, poor nutrition and poverty. Agriculture is not meeting the demand since Tanzania is a net food importer. READ MORE

  3. 7. Improving Information Uptake for Climate Change Adaptation by Integrating Indigenous Knowledge Systems with Climate Information Services

    University essay from Lunds universitet/Avdelningen för Riskhantering och Samhällssäkerhet

    Author : Daniel Chaplin; [2017]
    Keywords : Adaptation; Climate; Indigenous Knowledge; Information; Agriculture and Food Sciences; Social Sciences; Technology and Engineering;

    Abstract : Subsistence farmers in the developing world are one of the most vulnerable groups to the impacts of climate change. Strengthening their adaptive capacity requires information to inform their climate and agricultural-related decisions. READ MORE

  4. 8. Bildning, nostalgi och framtidstro : representativa parker i Lund 1870-1920

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Landscape Architecture, Planning and Management (from 130101)

    Author : Martina Helmersson; [2016]
    Keywords : representativ park; representation; institution; 1800-talet; park- och trädgårdsutveckling; bildningsideal; Lund; järnväg; universitet; skola;

    Abstract : Parkmiljöer anlagda under 1800-talet som finns kvar idag har ofta en särpräglad karaktär, som inte sällan skiljer sig från de som anläggs idag, både med avseende på utformning och storlek. Vad beror den särskilda karaktären på som utmärker dessa äldre miljöer? 1800-talet var ett händelserikt århundrade, och mycket hände under det seklet som påverkade människors sätt att leva. READ MORE

  5. 9. Ubuntu Archaeology : A comparison of four different public archaeology projects in South Africa

    University essay from Linnéuniversitetet/Institutionen för kulturvetenskaper (KV)

    Author : Frauke Sontberg; [2015]
    Keywords : Public archaeology; South Africa; community archaeology; educational centers; museums;

    Abstract : This thesis examines four different public archaeology projects in South Africa, and poses questions related to how archaeology is defined and mediated by educational centres and museums in South Africa. The museums have a rather traditional way of mediating archaeological knowledge to a broader public, but they do include exhibitions that invite visitors to interpret human history themselves. READ MORE

  6. 10. Let's talk aluminium : Evaluating the aluminium stewardship initiative's effectiveness and applicability as a mechanism in sustainability governance from a multi-stakeholder perspective

    University essay from Lunds universitet/LUCSUS

    Author : Jens Heidingsfelder; [2015]
    Keywords : key informant interview; Germany; Aluminium stewardship initiative; corporate social responsibility; resource certification; sustainability science; Earth and Environmental Sciences;

    Abstract : Mining bauxite and producing aluminium causes severe sustainability challenges. Although the usage of these non-renewable resource is inherently unsustainable, the global economy fosters an increased use of supposed “eco-friendly” aluminium. German industry is an important user of aluminium and a key player in the aluminium industry. READ MORE