As I hit the start of the second year of my PhD, one of my supervisors casually said to me, “Oh, you should probably aim to write your literature review this year.” It is very common for supervisors to suggest the literature review as the first thesis chapter to actually see daylight. And in many […] … learn more→
Author Archives: Kevin
Writing the thesis from the middle
Stanford to offer “Minority Physics”
It’s fairly clear that the followers of Progressive ideology will not be happy until they’ve destroyed everything they possibly can. While, moving forward, the only reasonable response will be to not allow Progressives to touch anything, it still saddens me to watch yet another of their victims burn. In this case it’s Stanford, a formerly […] … learn more→
The distance learning dilemma
Forecasters regularly predict that innovations in information technology will continue to expand distance learning courses, offering students greater choice about how and where they learn. However, current downward trends in UK and Australian distance learning degree enrolments suggest that we are in a distance delivery dilemma. But do the falls in student numbers indicate that […] … learn more→
Exploring the different types of waste pipes
Push-fit waste fittings are often utilized for connecting plastic waste pipes ranging from 32 to 40 mm in diameter. They’re commonly used by DIY enthusiasts because of their increased flexibility and ease-of-use. Even more, they provide lasting solutions for most homeowners as they aid the effective removal of wastewater and soils. Push Fit Waste Pipes […] … learn more→
3 reasons why it’s worth to study in Australia
Living in the northern part of the globe, Australia may seem quite an unreachable destination. That’s why if going there it’s worth to stay for a bit longer. To study in Australia is one of the ways to prolong your visit – and it’s worth it! There are various reasons to visit the smallest continent. […] … learn more→
Don’t make these 3 cover letter mistakes
Legend credits the authorship of the very first resume to indefatigable inventor of Renaissance age, Leonardo Da Vinci. Notwithstanding, we don’t know exactly what masterpieces from the artist’s experience had famous genius mentioned in his CV, his significant background proves, certain words to impress the employer were chosen absolutely correctly and to the point. Nevertheless, […] … learn more→
When big companies fund academic research, the truth often comes last
Over the last two decades, industry funding for medical research has increased globally, while government and non-profit funding has decreased. By 2011, industry funding, compared to public sources, accounted for two-thirds of medical research worldwide. Research funding from other industries is increasing too, including food and beverage, chemical, mining, computer and automobile companies. And as a result, academic freedom […] … learn more→
Student debt helps army recruiting…yuck.
The army is certainly an option for kids coming out of high school. I know better than to say anything negative about our military in today’s culture, but I have doubts that the military is necessarily a good idea, for many reasons. I recall one time speaking to a waitress, a pretty girl, and proud […] … learn more→
Starting a PhD … at 58 years old?
I completed a Ph.D. at 63, two weeks before falling in love for the first time in a decade and frittering away two post-doc years swanning around Europe, circling the globe from Canada to Europe and returning at last to my tiny pied-a-terre in downtown Vancouver. At the tender age of 65 I am, this week, […] … learn more→
Top fashion schools around the World
As the world is moving forward, the fashion industry is also on the boom. There are innumerable fashion courses offered by different universities. After completing the courses, students can adopt many fashion-related professions and they become well settled with the passage of time. A good fashion school improves the creative ability of the students. It […] … learn more→
