Search for dissertations about: "economic impact of biotechnology"
Showing result 1 - 5 of 21 swedish dissertations containing the words economic impact of biotechnology.
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1. Sites and Modes of Knowledge Creation: On the Spatial Organization of Biotechnology Innovation
Abstract : The accelerated speed and intensity of global interconnections in all segments of society during the last couple of decades have had a profound impact on the workings of contemporary capitalism. Increased pressure is put on national and regional economies to continuously upgrade their competitive advantages, at the same time as new learning opportunities occur at a faster rate than ever. READ MORE
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2. Coconut lethal yellowing phytoplasma disease in Mozambique : diversity, host range, and the impact of farming practices on disease incidence
Abstract : The coconut palm (Cocos nucifera) is a major cash crop that is widely grown in coastal tropical regions of the world, including Mozambique. Outbreaks of coconut lethal yellowing disease (CLYD) are threatening the industry and the livelihood of a large part of the Mozambican population. READ MORE
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3. Resistance against fruit tree canker in apple : evaluation of disease symptoms, histopathological and RNA-seq analyses in different cultivars, genetic variation of Neonectria ditissima
Abstract : Neonectria ditissima (formerly Neonectria galligena, anamorph Cylindrocarpon heteronema) is the causal agent of fruit tree canker, which is regarded as a serious economic problem in apple production. This fungus is closely associated with mild and wet conditions, and climate therefore has an important impact on its geographic distribution. READ MORE
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4. Anaerobic Treatment of Agricultural Residues and Wastewater - Application of High-Rate Reactors
Abstract : The production of methane via anaerobic digestion of agricultural residues and industrial wastewater would benefit society by providing a clean fuel from renewable feedstocks. This would reduce the use of fossil-fuel-derived energy and reduce environmental impact, including global warming and pollution. READ MORE
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5. Environmental and Thermal Performance of District Heating Pipes
Abstract : In order to move towards a sustainable society we need to increase the efficiency of our use of available resources, not only in economic terms but also in ecological terms. District heating, the utilisation of centrally produced heat for space heating and domestic hot water generation, has the potential to contribute to the eco-efficient use of energy resources in the parts of the world where space heating is needed. READ MORE