Hi,I'm an italian student on the verge of completing my studies in biological science at la sapienza univerisity in rome.I'm looking for an application of phd program about stem cells in UK.Can anyone help me?Thanks

I started a few weeks ago, and so far I've been in the lab a bit learning all the new techniques, have had a whole pile of reading to do and have to give a 5,000 word report in next month!

I'd prefer a Laplace transform...

Yeah mine is too so I don't care either. Although I'm getting less teaching than I thought I would grrrrrrrr. Maybe I'll sell my soul on Ebay ?

Depends if you have any commitments, such as teaching etc. And a break might help you relax more and can get back into the focus of things again.

Andy, I wish I could offer advice but I've only been here a few weeks and haven't really seen much of the city centre. Shouldn't be too much worry though, it's huge and there are loads of places to go generally depending on taste and budget. If only my (rich) friend would stop trying to take me to posh cocktail bars all the time...

You aren't getting anywhere right now so take the time off. Even if you just forget your research for a few weeks.

What do you mean 'think'?

Do you eat fivers with your thesis?

How do people feel about taking time off? I'm coming to the end of my 2nd year and haven't got anywhere near the results I would be expected to have achieved by now. However, for the past year I have had to have days off weekly to make hospital visits. I feel like I really need to get away, but I also don't feel like I can afford to. It's such a struggle for me to get out of bed on a morning where before I would leap out at 4am and be in by 6.

I e-mailed the author yesterday and he sent it yesterday! It's good to know that this is 'common' - I've never had to do it before. I know it won't always work though! I also got a British Library letter when I got home last night saying the article had been delayed, waiting list etc. Thanks for the help everyone.

Hey Stu,

You are rich.

Did you buy your Porsche with the stipend money?

Mia - random odd question but why is it that anti-wrinkle commercials usually use models in their early 20's?

Sorry to change the direction of the talk but for those in Nottingham, where is a good place to have romantic meal? Currently away at the moment but want to take my girlfriend out for a good meal when I get back to Notts.

In regards to the Leeds/UCL debate. London is good and all but you have to watch your budget. I'd choose Leeds. You get a good degree and can afford to live a little (or alot).

dear camper

u gave a good advice to all of us.....Thanks...