Is big really better

摘要: In the coffee rooms of physics departments during this past year, few subjects have had potential to arouse discussions as heated those over cold fusion. UK, one such topic has been concentration university research. Until Universities funding Council (UFC) decided not implement recommendations subject review, there was a possibility that research would be restructured Earth sciences before it. Although prospect receded somewhat (Physics World November p5), proposals concentrate are unlikely evaporate completely. First, idea considered before, in late 1960s, by what Science Research (SRC) indicates it could well return years' time. Secondly, councils and universities themselves now aware small out favour may incorporate into their plans.