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Managing Coopetitive R&D and Innovation: A Project-Level Perspective
(Doctoral dissertations at University of Agder;no. 345, Doctoral thesis, 2021)High technological convergence, shorter product lifecycles and rising research and development (R&D) costs have increased R&D and innovation collaboration between competitors in mature manufacturing industries. Scholars ... -
Students’ mathematical modelling with the aid of digital technologies: An Activity and Affordance Theory perspective
(Doctoral dissertations at University of Agder;;481, Doctoral thesis, 2024)Digital technologies in mathematical modelling activities are receiving increased attention in curriculum and policy documents in Norway and internationally. An important point arising from diverse interests in technology ... -
Lexicogrammatical meaning-making in German as a foreign language: An investigation of Norwegian upper secondary school learners’ texts
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Evaluation of mitigation measures for Atlantic salmon and brown trout at hydropower plants and their prospect as selective agents
(Doctoral dissertations at University of Agder;no. 314, Doctoral thesis, 2021)Renewable energy contributes towards the world`s growing energy demands and urgent need for mitigating climate change. However, these renewable sources of energy may have localized, detrimental environmental effects. For ... -
Sleep and Health-Related Quality of Life in Parents of Preterm and Full-Born Infants
(Doctoral dissertations at University of Agder; No. 480, Doctoral thesis, 2024)Background: After childbirth, parents may experience sleep pattern changes, especially in the first few months. The newborn child may have an unpredictable circadian rhythm that affects the parents’ sleep, yet many experience ... -
Data-driven Transfer Learning Methods for Wireless Networks
(Doctoral dissertations at University of Agder; no. 475, Doctoral thesis, 2024)Radio maps provide information about spatial signal strength and network coverage in a designated geographical area. The estimation of accurate radio maps is necessary to improve the performance of many applications of ... -
Anomaly Detection, Prognostics, and Diagnostics : Machine Learning for the Hadron Calorimeter at the CMS Experiment
(Doctoral dissertations at University of Agder; no. 477, Doctoral thesis, 2024)Machine Learning (ML) tools have gained immense popularity due to the proliferation of sensor data for monitoring, prognostic, and diagnostic applications in various industrial domains. The growing system complexity and ... -
Essays on Investors' Decision-Making in Equity-Based Crowdfunding
(Doctoral dissertations at University of Agder; No. 476, Doctoral thesis, 2024)Equity crowdfunding (ECF) is a fast-growing source of equity financing for entrepreneurial ventures, complementary to existing actors within the entrepreneurial finance domain, such as business angels and venture capital ... -
Membrane electrode assemblies for anion exchange membrane water electrolysers
(Doctoral dissertations at University of Agder;no. 479, Doctoral thesis, 2024)Membrane electrode assemblies for anion exchange membrane water electrolysers Developing technologies that may reduce our climate impact is always beneficial, though our current climate issues render the advancement of ... -
Methodological considerations when monitoring and promoting physical activity in cancer populations: Towards translation of evidence into broader application and impact
(Doctoral dissertations at University of Agder; No. 472, Doctoral thesis, 2024)The prevalence of cancer is rising in accordance with the expanding global population of increasingly older individuals. Lifestyle factors and behaviours of modern-day life, such as inactivity and more sedentary time, are ... -
English as an Lx: Multilingualism, transfer and interactions with background profile
(Doctoral dissertations at University of Agder; No. 478, Doctoral thesis, 2024)This thesis investigates multilingualism and effects of background profile in young Norwegian learners of English. A study is reported which takes a large-scale individual differences approach. 580 participants in years ... -
Formulation of a consistent crack width calculation method for reinforced concrete members
(Doctoral dissertations at University of Agder;no. 473, Doctoral thesis, 2024)Predicting crack widths in reinforced concrete structures is essential for Serviceability Limit State (SLS) Design. Crack widths that exceed a certain limit may impair the functionality of a structure, limit its use and ... -
A Reappraisal of Resilience in Digital Infrastructure: A Study of Cyber-Physical-Social Systems in Ongoing Crises
(Doctoral dissertations at University of Agder;471, Doctoral thesis, 2024)Digital technologies are now entrenched in the core operations of organisations providing critical services (OCSs). This is due to ongoing innovations in work and practice. As new applications and services are developed, ... -
An institutional ethnographic study on the social organisation of integration work in Norwegian ECEC Centers
(Doctoral Dissertations at the University of Agder; No. 470, Doctoral thesis, 2024)In this article-based dissertation, I explore the social organisation of integration work in Norwegian Early Childhood Education and Care (ECEC) centers. This thesis begins from the standpoint of ECEC professionals as ... -
Manikins Mediate Lifelong Learning Skills in Nursing Education: A Qualitative Exploration of How Manikins Influence Nursing Students’ Learning
(Doctoral Dissertations at the University of Agder;469, Doctoral thesis, 2024)Background: In today’s healthcare system, nurses face considerable demands, necessitating adaptability, situational awareness, decision-making, and critical thinking. The transition from student to newly qualified nurse ... -
Healthy and sustainable diet and physical activity – Methodological considerations and development of a combined summary score
(Doctoral dissertations at University of Agder;no. 147, Doctoral thesis, 2016)Background: Environmental sustainability and human health are connected through diets and physical activity. A major issue for the near future is how to feed the growing world population, expected to increase from today’s ... -
Nurses’ care planning and documentation processes in electronic health records of patients living with dementia
(Doctoral dissertations at University of Agder;no. 467, Doctoral thesis, 2024)Background: Communication and coordination of patient information are central to achieving continuity and safety for patients in health services. Electronic health records (EHRs) are utilized in large parts of the world, ... -
Laboratory-based study of viscoelastic, viscoplastic and fatigue damage of asphalt concrete
(Doctoral dissertations at University of Agder; no. 466, Doctoral thesis, 2024)Asphalt concrete is one of the most important road building materials worldwide. This material exhibits unique chemical, physical and mechanical properties. The most well-known mechanical properties are the viscoelastic, ... -
Citizen Initiatives for Global Solidarity and the Ethics of Participatory Ownership
(Doctoral dissertations at University of Agder;no. 463, Doctoral thesis, 2024)A lack of trust in governments and larger NGOs has increased the appeal of folk engagement in which “ordinary citizens” address global poverty and humanitarian crises by starting their own initiatives and volunteering ... -
Physical fitness and external load in icehockey and football An exploration of the relationships between physical test performance and external training and match load in highly trained players
(Doctoral dissertations at the University of Agder; No. 461, Doctoral thesis, 2024)Player monitoring has become an indispensable part of team sports. Modern day player monitoring typically includes regular physical performance testing and utilization of wearable tacking systems. Contrasting to physical ...