Glossary
Brain Circulation
The possibility for developing countries to draw on the skills, know-how and other forms of experience gained by their migrants – whether they have returned (to their country of origin) or not – and members of their diaspora abroad.
Source : European Migration Network (EMN)
Brain Drain
The loss in human capital suffered by a country of origin as a result of the emigration of a highly qualified person.
Source : European Migration Network (EMN)
Brain Gain
The benefit in human capital to a country as a result of the immigration of a highly qualified person.
Source : European Migration Network (EMN)
Brain Waste
The non-recognition of the skills (and qualifications) acquired by migrants outside of their country of residence, which prevents them from fully using their potential.
Source : European Migration Network (EMN)
