It is important to understand why it didn't work, and to cut the project off at the earliest feasible moment to save money. You won't be hurt if a project fails, so long as you don't waste a lot of time and money on it after it is obvious it won't pan out. Communication is the key to managing this process. Low-risk projects aren't fun. They are good for moving up management, learning how to run a lot of people.
People tend to structure their group based on their expectations.
Constraints on research are getting worse and worse. Planning groups keeping closer and closer track of money, etc. 5. More details on how to get a job with a corporation. Dr. Nolan got his job by applying for an on-campus interview, then he was invited to the Corning research facility to give a seminar. In a company you won't be doing exactly what you did research on.