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  1. 1. The Road Ahead: Exploring the Potential of Public-Private Partnerships in Closing the European Infrastructure Investment Gap

    University essay from Handelshögskolan i Stockholm/Institutionen för finansiell ekonomi

    Author : Linus Edgren; Casper Lindqvist; [2023]
    Keywords : Public-Private Partnership; Public Procurement; Project Finance; European Infrastructure; Infrastructure Investments;

    Abstract : Modern infrastructure assets are fundamental for the long-term economic growth and development of countries and regions. Yet, the European infrastructure investment gap is projected to reach USD 2 trillion by 2040. One approach to closing this infrastructure investment gap is strengthening the collaboration between the private and public sector. READ MORE

  3. 2. How to paint a picture : A discourse analysis of the media portrayal of hacker attacks against vital societal functions in Sweden

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

    Author : Viktoria Galyas; [2023]
    Keywords : cybersecurity; vital societal functions; critical infrastructure; New Public Management NPM ; outsourcing; privatization; Public Private Partnership PPP ; Digital Supply Chain DSC ; discourse; discourse analysis; discursive connections; Bacchi; Sweden;

    Abstract : In our highly digitalized society, the dependence on digital solutions and systems is integral to the function of society. While digitalization has brought numerous benefits, it has also exposed society to vulnerabilities, making it susceptible to cyberattacks. READ MORE

  4. 3. Unraveling the Paradox: Balancing Personalization and Privacy in AI-Driven Technologies : Exploring Personal Information Disclosure Behavior to AI Voice Assistants and Recommendation Systems

    University essay from Jönköping University/Internationella Handelshögskolan

    Author : Leona Saliju; Vladyslav Deboi; [2023]
    Keywords : Information disclosure; Risks and Benefits; Voice assistants; Recommendation systems; Privacy calculus; Personalization-privacy paradox PPP ;

    Abstract : As society progresses towards a more algorithmic era, the influence of artificial intelligence (AI) is driving a revolution in the digital landscape. At its core, AI applications aim to engage customers by providing carefully tailored and data-driven personalization and customization of products, services, and marketing mix elements. READ MORE

  5. 4. Factors of public-private partnerships (PPP) attracting private investors in developing countries : A quantitative research study of inexperienced and experienced private investors

    University essay from Jönköping University/Internationella Handelshögskolan

    Author : Axel Koch; Ludwig Hammarsköld; [2022]
    Keywords : Private investments; Developing countries; Community development; Public-private partnerships; Inexperienced experienced investors; Behavioural finance theory;

    Abstract : Background: Acquiring capital is a crucial component for developing countries to strengthen their economies and gathering it solely through national channels is challenging. Public-private partnerships allows for foreign capital to fund projects aimed at developing infrastructure through private investors. READ MORE

  6. 5. Screening of early root growth characteristics in seedlings of Nordic spring barley : utilization of hydroponics and GWAS for identification of QTLs and candidate genes for root traits

    University essay from SLU/Dept. Of Plant Breeding

    Author : Karl-Johan Fabo; [2021]
    Keywords : spring barley; plant breeding; root growth; early vigor; seminor roots; GWAS; QTL; quantitative traits; quantitative genetics; marker-assisted breeding; hydroponics;

    Abstract : In the Nordic countries, the cultivation of barley (Hordeum vulgare L.) has a long history, and as one of the major cereals in the world, barley is of global importance for food security. The world population is growing, which naturally will increase demands for agricultural outputs. READ MORE