investigators in the disciplines of obstetrics, pediatrics and various basic sciences. Lectures on current developments and state-of-the-art presentations are followed by active discussion periods. These lectures are presented by persons in the forefront of research activities in their areas. A major purpose of the Perinatal Research Society and the specific aim of this proposal is to foster informal interactions among young investigators with senior established investigators. Young investigators have the opportunity to discuss projects with established scientists in a forum that is unique and would very likely not be found at other scientific meetings. These informal discussions aid in developing research ideas and furthering scientific collaboration. In addition, young investigators meet with representatives from the National Institutes of Health during the meeting to discuss avenues of funding andPRESS DIGEST-Canada-March 4

March 4

March 4 The following are the top stories from
selected Canadian newspapers. Reuters has not verified these
stories and does not vouch for their accuracy.

THE GLOBE AND MAIL

* Justin Trudeau's campaign team has signed up 150,000 new
supporters of the federal Liberals, a show of support that seems
to put his bid for leadership beyond the reach of his rivals.
The new supporters category allows people to vote for the next
leader without formally joining the party as dues-paying
members.

* British Columbia Premier Christy Clark faced her own
cabinet ministers on Sunday in a bid to persuade them she can
still lead the ruling Liberals in a May election - despite a
firestorm of criticism over her handling of a leaked memo that
has stoked party dissent and raised doubts about her leadership.

* Alberta politicians -