Mining, livelihoods and forest conservation in the DR CongoThe doctoral thesis of Malte Ladewig shows the role mining plays in the deforestation and the securing of livelihoods in the Democratic Republic of Congo.
Crisis management in hospitals –an operations management perspective: Learnings from the Covid-19 pandemic in NorwayHow did hospitals manage the enormous challenges during the Covid-19 pandemic? Hendrik Winzer's Doctoral Thesis explores hospital operational performance and capacity limitations, and develops a decis…
Functional feed protein makes young salmon more robustSmoltification and transfer to sea is a demanding period for a young salmon. However, a moderate amount of the fungal protein product Pekilo in the feed boosts the immune system and makes the young sa…
Regional food is the way forwardRegional Food Networks (RFNs) reduce waste, strengthen communities, and create resilient, sustainable food systems.
Norwegian cities still prioritise car-friendly development over public transportCar-friendly urban development supresses the improvement of public transport – but planners can help with the right support.
New Advances in Nuclear Emergency ManagementIn his doctoral work Ali Hosseini emphasises the importance of using fit-for-purpose models to improve decision-making during nuclear and radiological emergencies.
Power to the People: Increasing Electricity Access, Connectivity, and Usage in UgandaGrace Alinaitwe’s thesis is a collection of four empirical papers on energy-related issues in Uganda, called Power to the People: Increasing Electricity Access, Connectivity, and Usage in Uganda
New research could lead to more efficient marine monitoringIn a new doctoral thesis from NMBU, Melcy Philip aims to develop rapid and efficient bioinformatic methods to predict the impact of aquaculture on the seafloor. The new methods could revolutionize the…
Enhancing Maize Yields and Soil Health in Southern Africa Through Conservation Agriculture and BiocharIn her doctoral thesis, Mirriam Phiri has evaluated the impact of conservation agriculture and biochar on maize production and soil quality in Zambia. Her results show that they increase crop yields a…
Cultural traditions safeguard food in EthiopiaUnderstanding and preserving the cultural traditions of farming communities is a key factor in ensuring future food security in Ethiopia and beyond.
