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Pedersen, Paul – 1992
This paper examines the "brain drain" phenomenon particularly in the context of Chinese students studying in the United States and the People's Republic of China's attempts to respond. An opening section critiques the "brain drain" notion arguing that it is an inadequate construct for the actual flow of personnel and ideas…
Descriptors: Brain Drain, College Students, Developing Nations, Foreign Countries

Dickson, David – Science, 1988
Reviews the current situation of mathematics in France and its potential situation in the future. Cites the lack of university teaching posts for fueling a new brain drain to the United States. Claims that the situation threatens to erode some of France's most prized intellectual achievements. (CW)
Descriptors: Brain Drain, College Mathematics, Demand Occupations, Educational Policy