Mind scanners move in

Article Abstract:

Scientists at the Institute of Psychiatry, part of Kings College, London, England, are pioneering the use of magnetic resonance imaging to investigate human brain function. Steve Williams of the institute's neuro-imaging unit explains that magnetic resonance imaging is far less invasive than traditional methods of looking at brain function such as injecting people with radioactive material. The scientists are using the technique to try to determine which parts of the brain should be avoided during brain surgery. They also hope to use it in researching the best treatments for stroke patients.

Methods, Brain, Brain research, Magnetic resonance imaging

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Capital assets waste potential

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A Central London Training and Enterprise Council report stresses the need for a dramatic improvement in formal collaborative links between higher education institutions and businesses in London, England, if the capital is to maintain its international competitive edge. Meanwhile accommodation, employment and transport are particular worries for students who choose to study in London. Accommodation in the capital is expensive and some London institutions do not provide proper accommodation services. However London attracts more postgraduate medical students than anywhere else in Britain.

Analysis, London, England, Schools, Urban universities and colleges, Urban colleges

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Top dogs pass on pain of job cuts

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Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU) is facing growing unrest over a 2.5 million pound sterling/yr. funding gap and the threat of job losses. Lecturers' union Natfhe and Unison, which represents administrative, clerical and manual staff, are threatening to hold a vote of confidence in vice-chancellor Peter Toyne. Toyne increased the number of highly paid senior managers in 1994 and 1997/8 despite being aware of the looming financial crisis. He has also increased salary costs with his reshuffle of the senior management structure.

Management, Human resource management, Liverpool John Moores University, Toyne, Peter

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