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Investigation of the effect of different leguminous cover crops on the nitrogen use efficiency of spring barley
(Master thesis, 2017)The research focus was to investigate the effect of different Nitrogen Fixing Crops (NFC) used as green manure (GM) on the Nitrogen Use Efficiency (NUE) of spring barley (SB) (Hordeum Vulgare var Westminster), with different ... -
Investigation of the Functions of n-3 Very-Long-Chain Polyunsaturated Fatty Acids in Skin using in vivo Atlantic Salmon and in vitro Human and Fish Skin Models
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Investigation of the gut-associated lymphoid tissue in sheep with emphasis on natural killer cells
(PhD Thesis;2015:52, Doctoral thesis, 2017-07-04)The gut-associated lymphoid tissue (GALT) of sheep has been investigated for decades, and several immune cells receding within these structures have been described. The GALT of sheep has specialized compartments described ... -
An investigation of the interplay between in situ hydrogen peroxide production and catalytic efficiency in lytic polysaccharide monooxygenase reactions
(PhD thesis;2022:27, Doctoral thesis, 2022)Lytic polysaccharide monooxygenases (LPMOs) are mono-copper enzymes that catalyze oxidative depolymerization of recalcitrant carbohydrate substrates, such as chitin and cellulose. LPMOs have received much attention from ... -
Investigation of the physiological basis of yield differences in Norwegian spring wheat
(Master thesis, 2018)Norway has a total land area of 324,000 km2 of which only 3% is arable. Moreover, the climate conditions allow a short growing season for agriculture. Despite these challenges, Government policies are directed towards ... -
An investigation of the potential role of bacteriocins in the development of the infant gut microbiota
(Master thesis, 2022)The colonization of the infant gut microbiota is important for health and wellbeing later in life. This colonization is dependent on multiple factors, among others the competition between bacteria. Different strategies ... -
Investigation of the WNT and AKT/mTOR signaling pathways in early differentiation in embryonic stem cells
(Master thesis, 2016-07-27)Embryonic stem cells have a huge potential in the field of tissue engineering, biomedical research and regenerative medicine as they possess the capacity to generate every type of cell and tissue in the body. The ability ... -
Investigation of torrefaction and addition of alternative raw materials in biomass pelleting
(PhD Thesis;2016:01, Doctoral thesis, 2016)The interest in renewable energy sources is growing continuously owing to climate change and the limited amount of fossil fuels. Biomass is the most popular renewable energy source, and it will continue to play a key ... -
Investigation of veryintenseD3-band emission in multi-crystalline silicon wafers using electron microscopy and hyperspectral photoluminescence imaging
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Investigation, Dimensions and Development of Test Setup for Propulsion Function of a Personal Transport Drone.
(Master thesis, 2017)In the desire to solve some of the challenges in personal transport and congestions in the cities, an investigation in to the specifications of a thruster based solution for hovering capabilities of a personal transport ... -
Investigation, further development, and optimization of LRS scrolling Machine
(Master thesis, 2022)Additive manufacturing (AM) is a transformative approach to industrial production that permits the production of parts and can bring flexibility and efficiency to the manufacturing process. It uses CAD software or 3D object ... -
Investigations into the cellular localization of the mismatch repair protein MutH
(Master thesis, 2014-02-11)The semiconservative replication of DNA in Escherichia coli (E. coli) gives rise to hemimetylated GATC sites behind the replication forks. Three proteins have been shown to bind to such sites; the negative regulator of ... -
Investigations of Crustal Loading Effects on Vertical GPS Time Series in the Hardangervidda Region: A Comparative Analysis
(Master thesis, 2023)This master's thesis seeks to ascertain if the vertical seasonal variations observed at permanent GPS stations (PGS) can be attributed to mass load deformations. The study focuses on seven PGSs in or around a highland ... -
Investigations of hydrological contributions to terrestrial gravity measurements
(PhD Thesis;2023:29, Doctoral thesis, 2023)This thesis discusses the hydrological gravity signal in gravity time series from two different perspectives. The two perspectives are how we reduce the influence of hydrological dynamics and how we isolate hydrological ... -
Investigations of surface loads of the Earth - geometrical deformations and gravity changes
(PhD Thesis;2009:25, Doctoral thesis, 2009)This thesis addresses deformations and gravity changes due to surface loads like the ocean tides, hydrology and glaciers. These phenomena are discussed in light of height and gravity observations collected by GPS and ... -
Investigations on Cryptosporidium and Giardia in Tigray, Ethiopia from a One Health Perspective
(PhD Thesis;2022:54, Doctoral thesis, 2022)Enteric protozoans Cryptosporidium spp. and Giardia duodenalis are among the leading causes of diarrhoea in children. These parasites have particular impact in lowand middle-income countries. In these countries, people ... -
Investing in alternative energy companies : an analysis of risk, return, and the price drivers for solar, wind, hydro and nuclear power companies through exchange traded funds
(Master thesis, 2017)Increasing new investment in alternative energy suggests that investors increase their share of holdings that promote cleaner energy and fewer emissions. This paper examines the performance of six exchange-traded funds ... -
Investing in Asian Stock Markets, 1993 - 2010 : An Analysis of Performance in Periods of Extreme Volatility, Risk Attribution and Portfolio Optimization
(Master thesis, 2010-12-01)The Asian stock markets are emerging, which make them interesting to foreign investors who may see a potential future in these markets. We assume the position of an investor reporting results in US Dollars and analyze the ... -
An investment perspective on data quality in data usage
(Master thesis, 2021)Today, businesses must be aware of the value in their data to optimize their business operations and maximize profits. Therefore, it would be beneficial to understand how data quality affects the organization’s ability ... -
Investment strategies in the crude oil futures market : an empirical analysis of its return and its causes
(Master thesis, 2012-06-01)We show that while a passive investment strategy going long in WTI oil futures yields an annual excess return of 8.1% between January 1985 and June 2010, an active but very simple investment strategy going long in backwardation ...