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Human geography

Population studies in the hinterland
Population studies in the hinterland

Researchers Doris and Dean Carson challenge the traditional view of the hinterland through their research.

Northern Europe - More European than Arctic
Northern Europe - More European than Arctic

"The Arctic" is often portrayed as polar bears and white wastelands. New research diversifies this image.

Money makes the world go round? Geographical perspectives on downshifting and voluntary simplicity as sustainable ways of life.
Research subject: Human geography
Duration 1 September 2019 until 31 December 2021
Type of project Research project
Destination Management Organization: Conceptual Framework for Azerbaijan, Cameroon and Iran
Research subject: Human geography
Duration 1 April 2019 until 31 October 2019
Type of project Research project
A good life outside the city? Relocation as a strategy for families in search of a socially sustainable everyday life outside the metropolitan areas
Research subject: Human geography
Duration 1 January 2019 until 31 December 2021
Type of project Research project
Climate Change and the Double Amplification of Arctic Tourism: Challenges and Potential Solutions for Tourism and Sustainable Development in an Arctic Context
Research subject: Human geography
Duration 1 December 2018 until 31 December 2023
Type of project Research project
How important are value priorities versus knowledge for the management of forests?
Research subject: Human geography
Duration 1 January 2018 until 31 May 2020
Type of project Research project
Northern Linguistic Landscapes
Northern Linguistic Landscapes. Visual(izing) languages in the North.
Research subject: Digital humanities, Ethnology, Human geography, Modern languages, Sami studies