Superhard Phases of Simple Substances and Binary Compounds of the B-C-N-O System: from Diamond to the Latest Results (a Review)

The basic known and hypothetic one- and two-element phases of the B-C-N-O system (both superhard phases having diamond and boron structures and precursors to synthesize them) are described. The attention has been given to the structure, basic mechanical properties, and methods to identify and characterize the materials. For some phases that have been recently described in the literature the synthesis conditions at high pressures and temperatures are indicated.Comment: Review on superhard B-C-N-O phase

Niat Konsumen untuk Beralih dari Buku Cetak ke E-Book di Surabaya

Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk mengetahui faktor yang mendorong konsumen untuk mengubah kebiasaan membaca dari buku cetak ke buku e-book dengan menggunakan teori switching behaviour. Ada 5 variabel yang digunakan dalam penelitian ini dan variabel tersebut adalah new product attributes, social influences, price, switching cost, dan intention to switch. Penelitian ini menggunakan analisis Structural Equation Modeling (SEM) dengan bantuan software LISREL 8.70. Pengambilan sampel dilakukan dengan menggunakan teknik non-probability sampling dengan metode judgment sampling. Data diperoleh secara online dari responden yang memenuhi kriteria sampel yang telah ditetapkan. Hasil dari penelitian ini menemukan bahwa terdapat pengaruh yang signifikan antara compatibility, convenience, dan switching cost terhadap intention to switch, serta pengaruh moderasi dari low switching cost terhadap hubungan antara compatibility dan social influences dengan intention to switch. Complexity, content, social influences, dan price dinyatakan tidak memiliki pengaruh yang signifikan terhadap intention to switch

Economic development characteristics as predictors of marketing development.

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Därför bildades Mercado Común del Sur!

Efter andra världskriget så har ett av de mer övergripande särdragen i det internationella systemetutgjorts utav framväxten av regionala - och internationella mellanstatliga integrationer. En avhuvudfrågorna inom det integrationsteoretiska forskningsområdet har handlat om att förklara vilkakrafter som får stater att sammansluta sig i politisk-ekonomiska konstellationer i likhet medEuropeiska Unionen. I början på 1990-talet kom en ny våg av integration att ta fart i Sydamerika,där Mercado Común del Sur (Mercosur) utgör en av de mer framgångsrika sammanslutningarna.Denna uppsats har ansatsen att klarlägga vad som driver stater i Sydamerika till att samarbeta ochingå avtal inom ramen för dessa politisk-ekonomiska organisationer. Där jag utifrån enhegemonisk stabilitetsteori undersöker vilka motiv som ligger till grund för bildandet avMercosur. Analysen omfattar tre olika aspekter som står i direkt koppling med det teoretiskaramverket. Dessa aspekter utgörs av: regional politisk struktur, politisk vilja till frihandel ochregionalt allmänintresse. Analysen visar att tre olika begrepp förefaller att utgöra de främstamotiven till integrationen. Dessa begrepp utgörs av makt, legitimitet och allmänintresse.Avdelning: ALB - Slutet Mag 3 C-upps.Hylla: Upps. ChP 03-0

"Don't stop thinking" : En kvalitativ studie om hur implementeringen av artificiell intelligens påverkar revisionsprocessen i Sverige

We are currently in the year 2024, in the midst of the fourth industrial revolution, where artificial intelligence (AI) is one of the most revolutionary technologies characteristic of this era. The fifth industrial revolution is on the horizon, where AI will be further distinguished. Through a qualitative method with an inductive approach, semi-structured interviews have been conducted to investigate how AI has impacted the audit process and how far audit firms have come in this development. This is because auditing is a profession that, according to previous research, is relevant to investigate due to its rigid nature with strict laws and regulations. The handling of confidential information is a central part, and the work during the audit process should ultimately contribute to a quality-assured audit. Due to this technological development, this study, with the help of an analysis model consisting of diffusion of innovation (DOI), the unified theory of acceptance and use of technology (UTAUT), the audit process, and the productivity paradox, has identified auditors acceptance and use of AI in the audit process. The study shows that AI has the potential to streamline the audit process by substituting repetitive tasks. Despite this, there are significant challenges that must be overcome for the full application of AI. Auditors have generally accepted AI, but there is uncertainty about how the technology can be used due to the handling of confidential information, existing regulations, and excessive reliance on the technology. These challenges have resulted in a low degree of usage and a relatively slow adoption rate. The productivity paradox is evident, as despite significant investments in AI and technological advancements, the actual productivity increase has been limited. The analysis shows that audit firms give the impression of faster development than what has actually occurred, while emphasizing that auditors analytical skills for a quality-assured audit are irreplaceable