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A Colour Interpolation Scheme for Topologically Unrestricted Gradient Meshes
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2017)Gradient meshes are a 2D vector graphics primitive where colour is interpolated between mesh vertices. The current implementations of gradient meshes are restricted to rectangular mesh topology. Our new interpolation method ... -
A Community of Differences
(NOVA Rapport 15/04, Research report, 2004)Social antrhopologist Viggo Vestels doctoral thesis explores how cultural differences are handled and related to in social relations and life phase among youth in a multicultural suburb in the Grorud Valley, East side Oslo. ... -
A Community of Differences
(NOVA Rapport 15/04, Research report, 2004)Viggo Vestels doktoravhandling omhandler hvordan kulturelle forskjeller håndteres og inngår i relasjoner og livsløp blant ungdom i et flerkulturelt drabantbyområde i Groruddalen på Oslos østkant. Særlig fokus har vært ... -
A comparative analysis of computer vision techniques used for the Classification and Detection of Pavement Surface Distresses in Pavement Management Systems
(Master thesis, 2024)This dissertation presents a comparative analysis of computer vision techniques for the classification and detection of pavement surface distresses, focusing on their application within pavement management systems (PMS). ... -
A Comparative Study of Factors Outside the Therapy Room Influencing Therapeutic Practice in The United States and Norway
(Master thesis, 2016)Objective. The goal of this thesis is to describe the experiences of psychotherapists in the United States and in Norway in dealing with the outside influencers, namely managed care organizations (MCO) in the United States ... -
A comparative study on social stigma associated with same-sex parenting in Italy and in Norway
(Master thesis, 2017)This comparative study aims at providing an insight on the way in which same-sex parents have experience of social stigma associated with same-sex parenting in the Italian and in the Norwegian contexts, highlighting ... -
A complete CI/CD pipeline for automatizing application containerization and deployment in the Kubernetes cluster
(Master thesis, 2024)This research presents the design and implementation of a comprehensive continuous integration/continuous deployment (CI/CD) pipeline. This proposed framework automates the process of application containerization and ... -
A Critical Pedagogy Analysis of Iranian High-School EFL Textbooks through a Freirean Perspective
(Master thesis, 2024)Abstract This study examines Iranian English as a Foreign Language textbooks through the lens of Paulo Freire's critical pedagogy, particularly focusing on the praxis elements of Action and Reflection, Real-World Engagement, ... -
A cross-sectional study of Health Related Quality of Life and body mass index in a Norwegian school sample (8-18 years): A comparison of child and parent perspectives
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2015-04-09)Background Because consequences of pediatric overweight and obesity are largely psychosocial, the aim of this study was to describe health related quality of life (HRQoL), the prevalence of overweight and obesity, and ... -
A Decolonial Approach to the Transnational Pedagogy of Solidarity: A Case Study of Primary School Teachers in Ibiza
(Master thesis, 2024)Ibiza (Spain) is an island with a rich environment of diversity, a mixture of tradition, opportunities, and luxury. This thesis explores the transnational pedagogy of solidarity (TPOS) fostered in Ibiza public primary ... -
A falls prevention programme to improve quality of life, physical function and falls efficacy in older people receiving home help services: study protocol for a randomised controlled trial
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2017)BACKGROUND: Falls and fall-related injuries in older adults are associated with great burdens, both for the individuals, the health care system and the society. Previous research has shown evidence for the efficiency ... -
A Global History of Humanity: Qualitative analysis of climate change through the lens of critical environmental education
(Master thesis, 2024)The primary objective of the study presented in this thesis was to carry out a thorough qualitative content analysis of a chosen human history textbook based on the Critical Environmental Education (CEE) framework and to ... -
A methodological approach to the materiality of clothing: Wardrobe studies
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2012)The material is not just ‘a carrier’ of different types of symbols, but an active element in the practices. Bringing this to the fore requires new research methods. This article discusses a methodological approach, we call ... -
A multilingual approach in the EFL classroom A micro-ethnographic study of multilingualism in the English Foreign Language Classroom
(Master thesis, 2024)This thesis aims to explore how multilingualism in the English Foreign Language (EFL) classroom is approached in a lower secondary school in Norway, from an information-rich case. This paper investigates how teachers ... -
A multilingual book café at the school library: Contradictions between literacy discourses
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A new narrative of neglected socks: An exploration of new value creation and narratives for materials through creative fashion practice
(Master thesis, 2024)This master's thesis explores how to use discarded socks in creative design practice to explore the possibilities of creating new narratives for materials in the future. The background for this project is the urgent need ... -
A Norwegian prospective study ofpreterm mother–infant interactions at6 and 18 months and the impact ofmaternal mental health problems,pregnancy and birth complications
(Journal article; Peer reviewed; Journal article, 2016)Objective: Pregnancy, birth and health complications, maternal mental health problems following preterm birth and their possible impact on early mother – infant interaction at 6 and 18 months corrected age (CA) ... -
A note on sampling procedures for the hotel survey
(NIBR-notat 2011:105, Notat, 2011)Last ned gratis The paper decribes the sample for the survey of hotel employees in Oslo and Akershus. it gives details of challenges met and measures made to obtain a representative sample of the target population. The ... -
A novel strategy for solving the stochastic point location problem using a hierarchical searching scheme
(Journal article; Peer reviewed, 2014)Stochastic point location (SPL) deals with the problem of a learning mechanism (LM) determining the optimal point on the line when the only input it receives are stochastic signals about the direction in which it should ... -
A participatory pathbreaker?
(NIBR-notat 2006:122, Notat, 2006)Last ned gratis The study examines experiences of rural producer organisations in four countries - Malawi, Zambia, Tanzania and Uganda - from the Poverty Reduction Strategy Paper (PRSP) processes. It synsthesises and ...