Search for dissertations about: "PHD topic"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 59 swedish dissertations containing the words PHD topic.
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1. Sexuality in patients treated for hematologic malignancies - Problems and need for support from patients’ and nurses’ perspectives
Abstract : Aim: The overall aim of this thesis was to describe and explore how sexuality, body image and HRQoL were affected in patients treated for hematologic malignancies, and their need for support. A further aim was to describe nurses’ conceptions of dialogues about sexuality. READ MORE
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2. Adding Challenge to a Teachable Agent in a Virtual Learning Environment
Abstract : The topic of this thesis concerns what happens when challenging behavior is added to a teachable agent in a virtual learning environment. The aim of adding challenging behavior to teachable agents is to encourage students to engage in learning behaviors, improve their motivation and engagement, which may result in a deeper level of comprehension and an improved learning experience. READ MORE
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3. Vascular access in cancer patients – clinical implications
Abstract : Central venous catheters (CVC) are vital for patients receiving chemotherapy not compatible with peripheral infusion. Thousands of centrally and peripherally inserted central venous catheters are inserted into patients with cancer each year. All types of intravascular catheters are associated with complications. READ MORE
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4. “Everybody Welcome to France” : Secularism, Governmentality & Fantasy in the French Republic 2003-2011
Abstract : What does it mean to be “secular”? How are “secular” identities constructed and negotiated? How can one understand that “secularism” has become an important marker of identity for nationalistic forces in Europe?In the dissertation “Everybody, Welcome to France” the author sets out to inquire into the topic of secularism and national identity in contemporary France. The specific research question is how France has been articulated as a “secular” republic in political speech and legislative text in 2003-2011 and how this articulation relates to conceptions of “nation”, “integration”, and “citizenship”. READ MORE
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5. Designing Tools for Joint Inquiry : Making and thinking together
Abstract : Positioned within the research program and subject area of Innovation and Design, this research focuses on the relationship between tools and joint inquiry. Joint inquiry – the collaborative exploration and definition of problems and possible solutions – plays an important part in Participatory Design processes. READ MORE