Regions
Treasure Ireland
Published on 15 November 2006
The Irish government is investing heavily in science and technology. As a result, career opportunities are becoming plentiful. Quirin Schiermeier reports
Northern exposure
Published on 25 October 2006
An alliance of universities in the north of England hopes to transform Britain's former industrial heartland into a centre of scientific excellence. Paul Smaglik reports.
Up and coming
Published on 20 September 2006
Beyond the urban chaos of New York City lies a tranquil state with abundant career opportunities, says Ricki Lewis.
Japan's other research hub
Published on 9 August 2006
The city of Sendai has much to offer research and industry, but, says David Cyranoski, competition for funding and brains is stiff.
Bound for Boston
Published on 7 June 2006
With its top academic institutions, Boston has long been a Mecca for biotechnology companies. But the demand for more academic input into industrial science is luring top drug companies there too, says Corie Lok.
Making it big in Taiwan
Published on 4 April 2006
This small but inventive island is putting transgenics and nanotechnology to novel uses. A pay rise might be all it needs to lure its expatriate scientists home, says Paul Smaglik.
Building the Midwest's future
Published on 22 March 2006
Michigan, Minnesota and Wisconsin have had mixed fortunes in their efforts to build up their research infrastructure. Partnerships may prove to be the strongest construction, says Paul Smaglik.
Pacific sunrise
Published on 22 February 2006
The Pacific Northwest of North America doesn't just mean Microsoft, Intel and some big trees. Already noted for the quality of its biological research, the biotechnology base in cities such as Vancouver is set to grow too, as Virginia Gewin finds out.