https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/143962 Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:51:53 GMT 2026-04-23T17:51:53Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/144026 Title: The Synapse : the Medical Professionals' Network : volume 21 : issue 2 Authors: Galea, Wilfred; Ellul, Ian C. Abstract: Table of contents:; 1/ ELLUL, I. C. - 17 years; 2/ GRECH, E., FARRUGIA BONNICI, G., & HOHMANN, M. - Skin microbiota and body malodour; 3/ GRECH, N., HELWAN, A. CALLEJA AGIUS, J., FALZON, O., CAMILLERI, K., & SCIBERRAS, S. - The non-invasive vital signs monitoring project : engineering meets healthcare innovation; 4/ GRECH, A., & WEST. S. - Transposable elements in human cancer; 5/ VASSALLO, P. - Management of incidentally noted adnexal cystic lesions Sat, 01 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/144026 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/143999 Title: 17 years Abstract: Whilst I was starting Junior College, in October 1996, The Synapse magazine was being simultaneously launched by Dr Wilfred Galea. Little would I have imagined that, in November 2005, I would take the helm of this publication. Sat, 01 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/143999 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/143998 Title: Skin microbiota and body malodour Authors: Grech, Etienne; Farrugia Bonnici, Georgiana; Hohmann, Martina Abstract: Chronic body malodours are often considered to be universal triggers of distress for many patients. Various human body malodours relate to the bacterial transformation of compounds conveyed by sweat on the skin surfaces and axillae. There is skin microbiome variation between individuals which typically results in a change in one's sweat constitution and ultimately influences the final odour produced. Body malodour may be managed through good personal hygiene, the use of antiperspirants, deodorants, zinc emulsions, antifungals, glycopyrronium tosylate, triclosan body soaps and povidone-iodine. Moreover, certain lifestyle modifications, the use of oral probiotics and prebiotics, alongwithmore invasive medical and surgical procedures, such as axillary laser therapy, iontophoresis, Botulinum toxin type A, suction-curettage, elliptical axillary skin excision as well as transthoracic sympathectomy may also result in body malodour suppression. In this article, the relationship between bacterial skin commensals and body malodour will be discussed. Sat, 01 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/143998 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/143976 Title: The non-invasive vital signs monitoring project : engineering meets healthcare innovation Authors: Grech, Nicole; Helwan, Abedelkader; Calleja-Agius, Jean; Falzon, Owen; Camilleri, Kenneth P.; Sciberras, Stephen Abstract: In recent years, the concept of contactless and remote monitoring of patients has gained momentum due to its multiple advantages over traditional contact monitoring involving leads and wires. The Non-Invasive Vital Signs Monitoring Project (NIVS) aims to extract heart rate data from both healthy volunteers as well as patients in real-world hospital scenarios using normal red-green-blue (RGB) and thermal imaging cameras. NIVS aims to overcome the limitations which exist with current contact systems. This article describes the underlying scientific principles, the execution and the potential benefits of such a system in the local healthcare setting. Sat, 01 Jan 2022 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/143976 2022-01-01T00:00:00Z