To lancetology who i understand has left the forum,
I'm still going to reply to your post because again, it highly annoyed me and I am not big enough to let it slide.
Your words are not reflective of a broad-minded, intelligent person who has worked with the best of minds. On the contrary, you come across as narrow-minded and ignorant.
You have told me, very rudely, that i should learn to accept other people's comments regardless of how harsh they are as it may do me some good.
You would do well to accept your own advice.
My comment that you should learn to be more modest is a highly valid one. If you do not believe me, conduct a tiny experiment and show your post to a group of ppl. Ask them what they think of the post.
If they do not think your post is condescending and arrogant, let me know and i'll apologize to you.
I agree that because forums like these do not allow for facial expressions and such, we cannot really know what the other person intends to convey when they post on the message board. It is for this reason that we choose our words carefully so that ppl do not misunderstand.
You do not seem able to grasp this concept.
Also, i merely asked you how you were able to skip the entrance exam and the research student period and you jumped to the conclusion that i was looking to take the easy way out. You were quick to judge without further clarifying my reasons for asking. This is surprising seeing how you come from a research background. I thought you are trained not to jump to conclusions, no?
There is a distinction between accepting criticism from a superior (a professor, or a senior) regarding the quality of one's work and accepting the quick judgement of someone with an inflated sense of self-importance.
You do not seem able to grasp this distinction.
You seem to have a very low opinion of Malaysians and the educational institutions here as well. This is sad. If there is anything lacking in our institutions, then it is up to us Malaysians to improve the standards. Someone like you, with your experience would be ideally suited to the job. Instead you look down your nose at your country and make sarcastic comments about working in the government. This is an international forum and I am embarassed that you are my fellow countryman.
You do not seem able to grasp the concept of respect.
You also do not seem to be able to grasp the concept of humility.
Given that you are unable to grasp very basic concepts, the fact that you presume you can give us advice is laughable.
You do not qualify.
I wish you the best of luck in life. Doubtless, with your attitude, you will need it.
skfer,
Thanks for your congratulatory wishes.
Congrats to you too.
Lets hope the proper confirmation is not too long away now.
:cracker::win:
Although not the final confirmation, it's good to know at least MEXT is now the one working hard to get us into our university of choice (we've all worked hard and long these past few months). The ball is now in their court and all we can do is pray and hope for the best. 
