Search for dissertations about: "Ethical reporting."

Showing result 1 - 5 of 9 swedish dissertations containing the words Ethical reporting..

2. 1. Responsible Conduct in Dual Use Research : Towards an Ethic of Deliberation in the Life Sciences

   Author : Frida Kuhlau; Anna T Höglund; Stefan Eriksson; Kathinka Evers; Alexander Kelle; Uppsala universitet; []
   Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; bioethics; biological warfare; biological weapons; biosecurity; communicative ethics; deliberative ethics; dual use; ethical competence; life science research; precautionary principle; responsible conduct; Bioetik; Bioethics;

   Abstract : Life scientists have increasingly been asked to incorporate a dual use responsibility in their research conduct. In this thesis, different aspects of what constitutes a reasonable responsibility in terms of avoiding harmful misuse of research for biological weapon purposes have been explored. READ MORE

4. 2. Mortality in rural Vietnam : validity of routine reporting and experiences from a surveillance system

   Author : Tran Quang Huy; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Death surveillance; mortality validity; sensitive research; surveyor’s experiences; vital registration; Vietnam.;

   Abstract : Background: Findings from many low-income countries, Vietnam included, show that mortality estimates based on death data collected in routine systems have low validity. Aims: The overall aim of this thesis is to examine and discuss the validity of mortality estimates based on data collected in different systems in a rural setting in Northern Vietnam and to identify factors that can influence the reporting and registration of deaths, all in order to make recommendations for improvement of death registration. READ MORE

5. 3. Behavioral surveillance during and after the 2014–2016 Ebola outbreak in Sierra Leone

   Author : Mohamed Falilu Jalloh; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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   Abstract : Background: The first documented case of Ebola Virus Disease (Ebola) in Sierra Leone was confirmed in May 2014 in Kailahun district after cases had been reported in Guinea and Liberia. Ebola is transmitted through contact with infected blood, stool, and other bodily fluids. READ MORE

6. 4. Prostate cancer treatment and quality of life : a three level epidemiological approach

   Author : Asgeir R Helgason; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
   Keywords : Prostate cancer; urinary symptoms; bowel symptoms; sexual function; distress; well-being; quality of life; trade-off.;

   Abstract : The decision whether or not to treat localized prostate cancer with curative intent is influenced by the expected beneficial and harmful effects in terms of patient survival and quality of life. In this thesis symptoms specifically related to prostate cancer treatment are investigated, including urinary and bowel symptoms and waning sexual functions. READ MORE

7. 5. Fund Managers as Cultured Observers

   Author : Johan Henningsson; Ulf Johanson; Roland Almqvist; Matti Skoog; Guy Ahonen; Mälardalens högskola; []
   Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; System theory; network theory; intellectual capital; capital market; SRI funds; working environment; Business and economics; Ekonomi; Industriell ekonomi och organisation;

   Abstract : During the last few decades, Intellectual Capital (IC) has been recognized as an important resource in firms. In order to improve IC reporting, a number of guidelines have been initiated in Europe and in Japan. The capital market has been one important target group for these initiatives. READ MORE