https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/33604 Sun, 12 Apr 2026 03:01:21 GMT 2026-04-12T03:01:21Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/8330 Title: Fourth annual Science in the House exhibition at the new parliament building Authors: Magri, David C. Abstract: Members of Parliament, the House of Representatives and researchers were in attendance at the 4th annual Science in the House exhibition in the New Parliament Building in Valletta at noon of Thursday 24th September 2015. The event was inaugurated under the auspices of the Off ce of the Speaker by Ray Scicluna. Following comments by Prof. Alex Felice, speeches were presented by MPs Deborah Schembri and Claudio Grech. A few comments were made on behalf of the Faculty of Science by Prof. Emmanuel Sinagra to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the founding of the Faculty of Science at the University of Malta. The formal opening of the event concluded with enlightening words from the University Rector, Prof. Juanito Camilleri. The exhibition consisted of 12 posters representative of various research projects at the University of Malta from the Faculties of Science, Medicine and Surgery, Dental Surgery and Health Sciences. A commemorative poster was also dis played by the Faculty of Science to celebrate its 100th anniversary, which coincides with the centennial of Einstein's theory of relativity. Science in the House is organised by the Malta Chamber of Scientists, the University Research Trust (RIDT) and the Science in the City, European Researchers' Night consortium. Science in the City, European Researchers Night is mainly funded by the EU Marie Sklodowska-Curie Action of the Horizon 2020 (H2020) Programme. It is recognised by Europe for Festivals, Festivals for Europe (EFFE). Tue, 01 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/8330 2015-12-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/8329 Title: RIDT/Malta Neuroscience Network (MNN) Brain Campaign 2016 Authors: Kenely, Wilfred Abstract: The University of Malta Research Trust (RIDT), in collaboration with the Malta Neuroscience Network (MNN), has chosen The Brain as its main campaign for 2016. The campaign will have two parallel strands - one strand promoting brain awareness and the other a fund-raising campaign for research in brain disorders. The main objective of the fi rst strand is for the public to understand the brain and its functions and is intended to bring together scientists and the community. This will help widen the knowledge about brain-related topics, with a particular focus on what can go wrong within the brain and how science can provide solutions. There is a huge potential for improving the long-term health of the brain through lifestyle changes and prevention strategies. Tue, 01 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/8329 2015-12-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/8328 Title: Analysing correlation between the MSE index and global stock markets Authors: Ellul, Reuben Abstract: The paper investigates the time-varying correlation between the Malta Stock Exchange (MSE) index, and five major international stock markets. An MGARCH-DCC approach is employed to measure the degree to which the MSE moves with other stock markets. Daily returns on these six stock exchange indices were computed and used to calculate dynamic conditional correlations (DCCs) between the markets. The results indicate that the local stock market appears not to be driven by the same forces that shape foreign stock markets, implying that local dynamics shape returns on the Exchange, rather than foreign events. Tue, 01 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/8328 2015-12-01T00:00:00Z https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/8327 Title: The impact of global environmental change on transport in Malta Authors: Attard, Maria Abstract: This study addresses the impact of global environmental change, speci fically on transport in the Maltese Islands, with special attention to the economic implications of changes on: (i) employment, (ii) product or service growth/decline, (iii) capital investment, (iv) competitiveness and (v) skills/educational development and upgrade. Geographic and economic data from secondary sources are used to support the study. The paper addresses the concerns of environmental change on the islands of Malta and attempts to map the extent of potential damage to the islands' transport system, namely the impact of sea level rise and extreme weather events. Geographic Information Systems (GIS) are used to build a Digital Elevation Model (DEM) of the islands and simulate the eff ects on the road network, maritime installations and air transport infrastructures that are critical for Malta's economy and sustainability. The paper also describes the implications of such impacts. Results show that a significant share of the islands' infrastructure could be heavily damaged and the trans- port systems easily disrupted from predicted impacts of global environment change. The paper concludes with a call for the adoption of sustainable transport measures which address not only mitigation but also adaptation to global environmental change. Tue, 01 Dec 2015 00:00:00 GMT https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/8327 2015-12-01T00:00:00Z