I have started a PhD and am 6 months into it...and have relapsed with depression which has been a problem in the past...i want to take time to sort myself out...can i take a lot of time off/ start going part time/stop and start a new PhD next year? anyone got experience of this?

I have started a PhD and am 6 months into it...and have relapsed with depression which has been a problem in the past...i want to take time to sort myself out...can i take a lot of time off/ start going part time/stop and start a new PhD next year? anyone got experience of this?

I have just graduated with a first class honours degree in a biological science. For the last few months I have been looking for a suitable studentship, but nothing of interest has really been available. I am beginning to accept the fact that I missed the October 2003 boat. One institution has offered me a technician post in anticipation of finding funding for a PhD later. Should I be mercenary take the money and hope that a PhD materialises or should I hold out for that elusive PERFECT studentship we're all looking for?

After completing my Masters and BS in Computer Engineering from Pakistan, am I eligible to enroll myself for a PhD program from UK or I hv to start from MPhil.
May I have to find the advisor before entering in the UK, if yes then how?

Ph.D studentships available to work on Molecular aspects of Bluetongue disease. I have 2 years of research experience on Bluetongue diseasse.

are there any American Universities which offer graduate courses based upon TOFEL scores only

Try the following website:

http://www.medschoolguide.co.uk

http://www.cancerresearchuk.org/aboutus/jobs/

Hi!
I'm an Italian MSc student in theoretical Physics and -even though it may sound strange- I would just love to start studying something related to biological problems. I've heard voices about new research in theoretical biology as a possible opportunity for a physicist...Does anybody know anything useful for me (like universities where they study such things or sites I could consult)? Thanks a lot!

I think you should definitely e-mail or phone your supervisor to ask for details of the arrangements for your first week - I'm sure they won't think this is an unreasonable request! As for coming and going when you like, well, things may well be different in other research groups but in the group I am working with, research students are expected to attend every working day (unless studying elsewhere) and to work full-time hours (at least!). In my experience post-grad research bears little resemblence to under-grad degrees! Good luck :o)

I am starting my phd in a couple of weeks but have no idea exactly when i am supposed to start in the lab, meet supervisoretcetc. i have been told to chillout and i will be a student so can turn up when i like but i find it more stressful not knowing whats happening. Was wondering if i should email my supervisor and ask but dont want to annoy them by bothering them. Or should i just turn up whenever and bug them then???????

I am starting my phd in a couple of weeks but have no idea exactly when i am supposed to start in the lab, meet supervisoretcetc. i have been told to chillout and i will be a student so can turn up when i like but i find it more stressful not knowing whats happening. Was wondering if i should email my supervisor and ask but dont want to annoy them by bothering them. Or should i just turn up whenever and bug them then???????

i am already working in industry and am leaving soon for a phd. having a phd doesnt just boost your start point - it allows you to progress. without one you will NEVER get to the same starting level as with never mind any higher. If you want to work in industrial research a phd is a must.

I have now found a house and my supervisor has asked me to work in the lab for a month before i officially start my studentship. This is going to make it a lot easier for me i think; i get to find my feet when the place isnt crawling with millions of people, and i might even get some early data!!

I cannot find a adress/link for canceruk where should plenty of job opportunities.
Please help!