Brainwave over finding a job

BRAIN scans may be able to help people choose their careers. Researchers used a magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scanner to study the brains of 40 volunteers seeking career guidance.

They found structure patterns that correlated with different kinds of ability, such as speed of reasoning, numerical skills, spatial awareness, and memory, as well as general intelligence.

The results matched test scores from a battery of traditional mental tests.

Study leader Dr Richard Haier said: "There is a possibility that brain scans could provide unique information that would be helpful for vocational choice."