How to choose a good scientific problem.

It is well-known that the information bottleneck method and rate distortion theory are related. Here it is described how the information bottleneck can be considered as rate distortion theory for a family of probability measures where information…

Discusses procedures for selecting textbooks. Provided are guidelines for reviewing textbooks, analyzing content, and analyzing strategies. (SL)

The article discusses the issue where organizations are deciding on which of the two media, Webcasting and Webconferencing, suits for them. Web conferencing is an online meeting conducted by combining telephone and a Web site that allows one to…

League competition is investigated using random processes and scaling techniques. In our model, a weak team can upset a strong team with a fixed probability. Teams play an equal number of head-to-head matches and the team with the largest number of…

The article discusses a continuum of leadership behavior that is related to the degree of authority used by managers and the amount of freedom they permit subordinates during the decision-making process. Specific points on the continuum include the…

Mentors will play important roles in the careers of most successful scientists. Mentors are trusted advisors that give constructive criticism and provide information in many areas of a scientific life. Mentors will likely change throughout your…

The scientific literature is exploding in quantity even as it stands still in literary quality. In this brief guide, I suggest a few small steps that the individual can take to make his or her writing clear, straightforward, and digestible.

The great promise of software-as-a-service lies in its ability to deliver at a much lower cost and at much greater speed. In the future, software will be delivered in such a way that business customers can pick and choose entire applications or…

Appointing staff to a post is a complex process for nurse managers. The cost of failing to select the best person can be high. Careful preparation on the interviewer's part is essential if the selection process is to be effective.

Summary form only given. Assessing the total cost of ownership of one's corporate test investment is critical. ATE is not just hardware, but software and support. The authors provide a practical approach to the problem by: overviewing tester…