https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/33608 2026-04-12T03:39:23Z 2026-04-12T03:39:23Z Ellul, Kevin J. https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/16093 2018-03-26T11:35:25Z 2016-12-01T00:00:00Z

Title: The role of the University of Malta Library in scholarly publishing Authors: Ellul, Kevin J. Abstract: Scholarly communication is bringing innovative discoveries in science, medicine, and other professions into light for readers and scholars. Every sector in our economy and our culture is confronting the pervasive impact of information technology. To this effect, scholarly publishing is right at the centre of the information revolution - from a reliance on print publishing towards online publishing, and an increasing use of other digital forms of scholarly communication, such as scholarly websites and blogs, as well as a growing emphasis on collaborative projects. As new models of scholarly communication emerge, librarians and information professionals are obligated to play a key role in the development of these models for academic publishing. The University of Malta Library (UML) has embarked on a number of ambitious projects, which support local researchers with the publishing and dissemination of their research output. Reference to the launch of the first Institutional Repository (IR) in the Maltese islands, which was branded as OAR@UoM. An IR is a digital platform whereby academics and researchers can upload their research output in Open Access.

2016-12-01T00:00:00Z Magri, David C. https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/16092 2018-07-25T09:12:43Z 2016-12-01T00:00:00Z

Title: 5th annual Science in the House exhibition : proceedings of Science in the House Authors: Magri, David C. Abstract: Celebrating its 5th anniversary, this year's Science in the House exhibition was a most memorable occasion. The event was held on Thursday 29th September at 11:00 am in the main foyer of the Parliament Building in Valletta. The event commenced with opening remarks from Prof. Alex Felice, chairman of the Science in the City/European Researchers' Night consortium followed by a distinguished list of speakers including Prof. Alfred Vella, Rector of the University of Malta, the Hon. Evarist Bartolo M.P., Minister for Education and Employment, and the Hon. Anglu Farrugia M.P., Speaker of the House of Representatives, Parliament of Malta. This year's event showcased a selection of research projects on neuroscience and brain research in addition to the regular compliment of posters from across various research disciplines. A set of four posters on the neuroscience theme presented research on the use of stereo-electroencephalography (EEG), the treatment of epilepsy with light, biochemical studies of autism and research related to depression, addition and epilepsy. Science in the House is organised by the Malta Chamber of Scientists, the RIDT and the Science in the City/European Researchers' Night consortium and part funded by the EU Marie Sklodowska-Curie Action of the Horizon 2020 (H2020) Programme.

2016-12-01T00:00:00Z Pullicino Orlando, Jeffrey https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/16079 2021-02-19T11:30:27Z 2016-12-01T00:00:00Z

Title: 20th Anniversary of Xjenza, science development in Malta : role of the MCST Authors: Pullicino Orlando, Jeffrey Abstract: This article refers to the aforementioned scientific advances echoed through the Maltese local institutions, which have transformed greatly over the years. The research administered through the Malta Council for Science and Technology (MCST) for materials and manufacturing engineering, health and medical devices, renewables and recycling technologies, aviation and aerospace, and the ever-growing projects in ICT, have created a strong portfolio of academic and applied science knowledge. Reference to the ongoing investment in science and research

2016-12-01T00:00:00Z Vella, Alfred J. https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/16074 2017-12-01T15:36:07Z 2016-12-01T00:00:00Z

Title: Doing science on a small island state : the challenges for the university and its surroundings, and the role of Xjenza Authors: Vella, Alfred J. Abstract: This article refers to the teaching and practice of science in Malta and to the birth of the journal Xjenza

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