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We’re only in it for the knowledge? A problem solving turn in environment and health expert elicitation
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2012) -
What affects migration and large-scale area use of brown trout (Salmo trutta) smolt? : an acoustic telemetry study from four Oslofjord populations
(Master thesis, 2018)The brown trout (Salmo trutta) is one of the most studied fish species, due to its recreational and economic value. The smolt life stage, is however less studied. In this thesis, I used acoustic telemetry to increase ... -
What can cold-induced transcriptomes of Arctic Brassicaceae tell us about the evolution of cold tolerance?
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What can we learn from Hyman Minsky, a revised social contract and provide contributive justice for those excluded in our modern economy
(Master thesis, 2023)By illuminating changes in our economy, I address a deep concern in our economy, that we exclude a vast part of the population from the labour market. What I perceive to be a violation of the social contract, hence this ... -
What controls the calving of glaciers? From observations to predictions
(PhD Thesis;2011:60, Doctoral thesis, 2011)This thesis addresses the process of iceberg calving at the front of tidewater glaciers and tries to clarify what controls the calving of glaciers, from observations in the field to modeling and predictions. Iceberg calving ... -
What Decides the Exchange Rate? Theory - and Predictions of the Norwegian Krone against the euro
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What does affect firm profitability? : revisiting firm, industry and country effects on firm profitability
(Master thesis, 2018)The purpose with this thesis is to examine the relevance of firm, industry and country effects on firm profitability under macroeconomic turbulence such as recessions. Despite years of research in the field of strategic ... -
What does climate change adaptation mean for humanitarian assistance? Guiding principles for policymakers and practitioners
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2017) -
What does it take to institute REDD +? An analysis of the Kilosa REDD + pilot, Tanzania
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2017)Reduced emissions from deforestation and forest degradation (REDD +) has been seen as an important element in future climate policies. This paper analyzes the establishment of a REDD + pilot project in Kilosa district, ... -
What Does the Landowner Think? - A landowner survey about red deer management along the west coast of Norway
(Master thesis, 2016-08-10)To know the degree of stakeholders’ agreement, or opposition to policies, can be of great importance for successful management. Simultaneously, there is a need for knowledge that combine wildlife and social interactions. ... -
What drives risk in the oil market? : an empirical analysis of oil price risk in the period 2008-2017
(Master thesis, 2018)The thesis will consist of two parts. In part 1 I look at how speculative positions effect the price risk in the oil price market. The effect will be measured towards two different risk measures. First I estimate GARCH(1.1) ... -
What effect does rehabilitation of wastewater pipelines have on the share of infiltration and inflow water (I/I-water)?
(Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2021)Infiltration and inflow water (I/I-water) is a big challenge in sewage systems in many countries. I/I-water above an acceptable level indicates that the sewage system is not functioning properly. I/I-water leads to increased ... -
What happens to biodegradable plastics in soil and compost? : development and comparison of methods
(Master thesis, 2020)Plastics in terrestrial ecosystems negatively affect their functioning by altering physical properties and disturbing soil microorganisms. The same could be true for biodegradable plastics entering nature through incomplete ... -
What is the Guidelines Challenge. The CauseHealth Perspective
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What is the role of reductionism in agricultural technology transfers? The Green Revolution and agricultural gene technology
(Noragric Working Paper;37, Working paper, 2004-12)This paper gives special attention to the questions of how and to what extent agricultural technology introductions particularly in the South have been informed by reductionist ways of thinking. The reductionist approach ... -
What is the value of a dead fish? : the biological and economic impact of delousing farmed Atlantic salmon in Norway
(PhD Thesis;2023:61, Doctoral thesis, 2023)The impacts of the ectoparasite salmon lice (Lepeoptheirus salmonis (Krøyer, 1837)), is a major challenge for sustainable production of farmed Atlantic salmon (Salmo salar) in Norway, and has been so for over 40 years. ... -
What justice? : environmental justice, pollution, and activism by ENGOs in China
(Master thesis, 2019)This thesis aims to analyse China’s environmental challenges in relation to environmental policies and environmental justice. The thesis discusses China’s environmental pollution crisis which has been led on by rapid ... -
What keeps dry petfood together? Optimizing homogeneity, extrusion melt and dehydration for best physical quality of petfood.
(Master thesis, 2021)Extrusion is the most common method for producing dry pet food. This technology involves various operations such as mixing, heating, kneading, shearing, and shaping. Obtaining extremely homogenous mixes of the ingredients ... -
What makes a good mother? Maternal behavioural traits important for piglet survival
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2017) -
What makes a good mother? Maternal behavioural traits important for piglet survival
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2017)