Tuesday, April 8, 2008

Education News - 8 Apr 2008

London, Apr 8 : A new study from University of Rochester Medical Centre has found that leaky blood vessels that are unable to protect the spinal cord from toxins may play a crucial role in amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS) or Lou Gehrig's disease progression.
Source: www.newkerala.com

But a new study from University of Missouri researchers of 2,518 students shows that many young adults aren't just drinking to celebrate — they are drinking to extremes.
Source: www.msnbc.msn.com

Universities face tougher times ahead after years of funding increases, the head of the Higher Education Funding Council for England has warned
Source: education.guardian.co.uk

"We're going to do what we need to do so students can have a smooth entry into our university in the fall" South Carolina State University must enroll fewer students who lack the basic skills to succeed in college if it wants to offer a higher-quality education and boost its graduation rate, according to a ... via Post and Courier
Source: www.topix.com

Three Washington state residents have admitted to selling thousands of bogus academic degrees through scores of phony online universities.
Source: www.edweek.org



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