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We are waiting for Behar. A study of kinship and reciprocity as mechanisms for cooperation in Albania
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2016-11-10)This thesis demonstrates how regional differences, have contributed to the development of two cooperating strategies for the purpose of increasing economic resources. By utilizing mechanism such as kinship and reciprocity, the local have developed different networks throughout the town in order to take advantage of summer tourism. -
What is the Arctic to the Kingdom of Denmark and the Russian Federation?
(Chapter; Bokkapittel, 2020)This paper seeks to examine and discuss to what extent the Kingdom of Denmark (Denmark, Faroe Islands and Greenland) and the Russia Federation have different perceptions of the Arctic, and the needs and values of a common understanding of the Arctic between them. -
WHAT`s in it for me? : motivasjon og erfaringer med forskningsdeltagelse hos en gruppe kvinner som utgjør kontrollgruppen i en pilotstudie med treningsintervensjon for postmenopausale kvinner
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2012-06)Denne oppgaven tar for seg motivasjon og erfaring av forskningsdeltakelse. Motivasjon og erfaring uttrykkes gjennom en kvalitativ studie av kvinner i overgangsalderen. Deres erfaringer baseres på deltakelse i forskning gjennom å delta i kontrollgruppen. Hensikten er å få en innsikt i motivasjon for å melde seg til frivillig deltakelse og erfaringer med å delta i forskning. Gjennom å kontekstualisere ... -
When Innovative Ideas Encounter Institutions: An Analytical Model
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel, 2023-06-20)This paper presents an analytical model for studying “encounters” that take place when ideas for innovation meet institutions (The IIE-model). Our model aims to expand the dichotomous barriers/driver approach in innovation research. Building on the theoretical contributions of studies on institutional logics and change, this model presents a dynamic, institution-based understanding of what happens ... -
When Innovative Ideas Encounter Institutions: An Analytical Model
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2023-06-20)This paper presents an analytical model for studying “encounters” that take place when ideas for innovation meet institutions (The IIE-model). Our model aims to expand the dichotomous barriers/driver approach in innovation research. Building on the theoretical contributions of studies on institutional logics and change, this model presents a dynamic, institution-based understanding of what happens ... -
Where no men cry. A study of stigmatization and authenticity in Liverpool.
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2015-05-25)This paper aims to examine how Scousers are opposing to a perceived stigma of themselves attached to their Scouse identity and as football supporters. Liverpool has over the last 200 years gone from prosperity to decline, and thus gained a reputation as the self-pity city within the UK. As a result of being involved in stadium disasters Liverpool FC supporters were portrayed as hooligans in both ... -
Who are the “Hard-to-Reach” groups in chronic-health and health technology research? – A scoping review
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2022-08-22)Many in health and technology research opt to focus on those who are already “engaged”, not those who are considered “hard-to-reach” or “unreached”. This exacerbates the digital divide and inequity in healthcare. We report findings of a scoping review of literature in PubMed/Medline from 2000-2022. 90 of 795 articles were identified based upon 1) the health researchers’ recruitment ... -
Who owns education? Schooling, learning and livelihood for the Nyae Nyae Ju|’hoansi
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2016-12-14)The Ju|’hoansi are one of the linguistic and cultural groups in southern Africa known collectively as the San. Like other indigenous groups, they have very low enrollment rates in the formal education system. This article describes one attempt to address these issues for the Ju|’hoansi: The Nyae Nyae Village Schools, in which children are educated in Ju|’hoansi language and live with their families ... -
Why in my backyard (WIMBY): Forging the link to community futures when energy transition projects are met with indifference
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2023-05-20)This paper analytically works towards foregrounding a new concept which can be useful to describe local reception and perceptions related to energy transition projects: Why in my backyard (WIMBY). We define this concept as local indifference to take part in changes in local energy landscapes at the community level. Based on the reception and data from two pilot and demonstration projects in Arctic ... -
Will migrant workers rescue rural regions? Challenges of creating stability through mobility
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2018-03-16)Many rural communities experience new growth through in-migration. In Herøy, Northern Norway, this is a result of increased labour migration in the fishing industry and a comprehensive effort by the municipality to encourage migrant workers to settle there. This paper addresses the ambiguities of creating stability through mobility. Through a case study from Herøy, we explore the complex relations ... -
Women in charge : politics in a women majority local council in Australia
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2012)The article is based on a study of a local council in Australia where women representatives hold a majority of the seats. How do these representatives understand their role in this context? What is their preferred style of doing politics, and what can explain their political aims and behaviour? What we find is that these women representatives are oriented toward green politics and prefer ... -
Words or Action : As the international indigenous discourse meets political realities
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Working Paper: Progressive Cities: Urban-rural polarisation of social values and economic development around the world
(Journal article; Tidsskriftartikkel; Peer reviewed, 2022-01)In contrast to the conservative values of rural populations, cities are often seen as bulwarks of liberal, progressive values. This urban-rural divide in values has become one of the major fault lines in western democracies, underpinning major political events of the last decade, not least the election of Donald Trump. Yet, beyond a small number of countries, there is little evidence that cities ... -
Ytre-Tysse : frå industristad til koseby?
(Mastergradsoppgave; Master thesis, 2010-06-01)Ytre-Tysse er ein liten tettstad i Samnanger kommune, like aust for Bergen. Staden er i endring frå å vere kommunesenter og viktig industristad, til å kanskje miste begge desse funksjonane. Fabrikken har flytta mykje av produksjonen til lågkostland og mange av funksjonane som naturleg høyrer heime i eit kommunesenter er flytta, eller det føreligg planar om å flytta, til Bjørkheim. I denne masteroppgåva ... -
Økolandsby på norsk - samhandling med kommunen i to økolandsbyprosjekt på Østlandet
(Master thesis; Mastergradsoppgave, 2010-06-18)Mens Danmark og Sverige tilsynelatende florerer med økolandsbyer, har vi i Norge hittil hatt svært få eller ingen litt avhengig av definisjon. I denne studien har jeg sett på Hurdalsjøen Økologiske Landsby som er i ferd med å etableres og på Bergan Økolandsby i Sauherad som er under planlegging. Jeg tar for meg samhandling mellom initiativtakere til økolandsbyen og kommunens administrasjon og ...
