Search for dissertations about: "Recommendations"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 896 swedish dissertations containing the word Recommendations.

  2. 1. Sociotechnical Aspects of Automated Recommendations : Algorithms, Ethics, and Evaluation

    Author : Dimitris Paraschakis; Bengt J. Nilsson; Christina Lioma; Malmö universitet; []
    Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; recommender systems; recommendations; matchmaking; recommendation ethics;

    Abstract : Recommender systems are algorithmic tools that assist users in discovering relevant items from a wide range of available options. Along with the apparent user value in mitigating the choice overload, they have an important business value in boosting sales and customer retention. READ MORE

  4. 2. Population viability analysis for plants : practical recommendations and applications

    Author : Satu Ramula; Kari Lehtilä; Patrik Dinnétz; Esa Ranta; Stockholms universitet; []
    Keywords : NATURVETENSKAP; NATURAL SCIENCES; demography; matrix population models; population viability analysis; population growth rate; stochastic models; Biology; Biologi;

    Abstract : Population viability analysis (PVA) is commonly used in conservation biology to predict population viability in terms of population growth rate and risk of extinction. However, large data requirements limit the use of PVA for many rare and threatened species. READ MORE

  5. 3. Thin-walled steel studs in fire : analysis and design recommendations

    Author : Peter Karlström; Luleå tekniska universitet; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Steel Structures; Stålbyggnad;

    Abstract : Development of steel frame modular buildings is gaining increased popularity and support throughout Europe. Due to flexibility in construction and good long-term performance, lightweight steel frame structures are often preferred solutions, for instance in partitions and suspended ceilings as well as for load-bearing elements. READ MORE

  6. 4. Stainless steel box columns in fire : analysis and design recommendations

    Author : Björn Uppfeldt; Olivier Vassart; Luleå tekniska universitet; []
    Keywords : TEKNIK OCH TEKNOLOGIER; ENGINEERING AND TECHNOLOGY; Steel Structures; Stålbyggnad;

    Abstract : The use of stainless steel in buildings is small but increasing, mainly due to the low maintenance costs, favourable corrosion resistance and aesthetic appearance. It is well known that stainless steel also performs better than carbon steel at elevated temperatures. READ MORE

  7. 5. Essays on Information and Conflicts of Interest in Stock Recommendations

    Author : Erik Lidén; Göteborgs universitet; []
    Keywords : SAMHÄLLSVETENSKAP; SOCIAL SCIENCES; Stock recommendations; Printed media; Price-pressure hypothesis; Information hypothesis; Journalists; Analysts; EMH; Initiations; Information asymmetry; Initial public offerings; Quiet period; Underwriter analysts.;

    Abstract : This thesis brings together three separate empirical essays on the information and conflicts of interest in stock recommendations. The first essay analyzes stock-price reactions to recommendations published in printed Swedish media and also trading volumes at and around the publication day, bid/ask spreads, and the post-publication drift in recommended stocks for the period 1995-2000. READ MORE