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Academia10 Jul 2026

Prof. G. Schembri Bonaci published work on art philosophy and comparative studies

In July 2026

Upcoming Events

BSc Pharmaceutical Science and BSc Pharmaceutical Technology Information Webinar

Wednesday 15 July 2026

People10 Jul 2026

Mark Lawrence Zammit starts his term as President of the EAPCCT

Mark L Zammit is President of the European Association of Poison Centres and Clinical Toxicologists

Academia10 Jul 2026

Book presentation and University Lifelong Learning Chat with Rector

Presentation

Notices & Opportunities10 Jul 2026

Lift Replacement Works at Old Humanities and Dar Ġużeppi Zahra

The University is currently replacing the lifts at the Old Humanities Building and Dar Ġużeppi Zahra to ensure compliance with current legislative requirements.

Upcoming Events

The Voice of Poetry - A Midsummer Memory

Upcoming Event on Friday 17 July 2026

Notices & Opportunities10 Jun 2026

Power cut: Friday 17 July - 21 July 2026

The electrical distribution boards in the Lecture Centre are in the process of being replaced

Discuss9 Jul 2026

AI Futures event sparks cross-disciplinary dialogue on the future of society

AI Futures brings together diverse voices on the future of AI

Upcoming Events

Explore cultural heritage and technology at the ArchTech project final event

Wednesday 22 July 2026

Academia30 Jun 2026

Prof. Frank Bezzina officially takes over as UM's 82nd Rector

The New Rector will officially assume office on 1 July 2026.

Academia1 Jul 2026

University of Malta continues upward trajectory in QS World University Rankings 2027

The University of Malta (UM) has for the first time secured a place among the world’s top 700 universities

Academia8 Jul 2026

Junior College Collective Agreement signed

It brought to a close a prolonged period of negotiations and industrial action.

Discuss8 Jul 2026

Integrating energy into UM’s agenda for Malta’s maritime future: Prof. Robert N. Farrugia

Vice-Chair of the University's Maritime Platform

Students7 Jul 2026

PhD student presents pituitary tumour research at European genetics conference

Presented pituitary tumour research at ESHG 2026 on single-cell analysis

People8 Jul 2026

Fighting cancer with every kilometre: ALIVE Charity Foundation completes the VisitMalta ALIVE2026 Cycling Challenge for Cancer Research

They cycled no less than 1,100km for a noble cause

Upcoming Events

Save the Date - Classical Cosmonauts Summer School 2026

Monday 13 - Friday 17 July 2026

Discuss2 Jul 2026

Wisdom of AI Crowds

Testing Tomorrow’s Policies Today

Academia3 Jul 2026

New book decodes FromSoftware’s Lore and Philosophy through discarded items

A new deeply philosophical exploration of the FromSoftware games by leading game scholars

Academia6 Jul 2026

Outgoing Rector & incoming Rector pay courtesy visit to the Parliamentary Ombudsman

The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange views.

Students7 Jul 2026

Two UM students to represent University in FISU World University Championship Triathlon this August

On 8 and 9 August 2026

Notices & Opportunities6 Jul 2026

UM academic leads a special issue on Generative and Agentic AI adoption for JSM

A call for papers for a special issue on AI in Marketing

Discuss7 Jul 2026

UM hosts EUA Quality Assurance Thematic Peer Group

To report on the EUA TPG meeting held at Valletta Campus on 16-17 June 2026

Lifestyle3 Jul 2026

Dan Snow brings 5,000 years of Maltese history to life

Dan Snow led a live panel and podcast recording that told the island’s story through five artefacts.

People24 Jun 2026

Seven University of Malta academics ranked in the Research.com annual rankings

The 12th edition of top scientists ranking using the numbers as of 1 January 2026

Academia6 Jul 2026

Faculty of Education researchers publish study on student engagement

Study validates a student engagement measure for Maltese university students

Discuss6 Jul 2026

AIED Nexus Malta 2026 launches National AI in Education Network

National AI in Education Network launched to advance responsible AI across Malta's education.

Notices & Opportunities6 Jul 2026

Akita International University Research Showcase: Partner University Presentation

Abstracts are due by Friday, September 11 (Japan Time)

Notices & Opportunities7 Jul 2026

Library Summer opening hours 2026

Saturday 27 June till Wednesday 30 September 2026

Upcoming Events

Public Lecture, Networking Event and Discussion: psychosocial hazards and mental health outcomes in the workplace: evidence, implications, and action

Thursday 23 July 2026

Upcoming Events

Data Science Summer School 2026

Monday 20 - Friday 31 July 2026

Notices & Opportunities6 Jul 2026

2026 Media Pluralism Monitor Malta report produced by UM staff

Report by UM staff part of EU-wide project paints concerning picture of state of the media in Malta

People1 Jul 2026

Rev. Dr Kevin Schembri launches international marriage report in Rome

Rev. Dr Kevin Schembri launches international report on marriage theology and canon law in Rome

Notices & Opportunities3 Jul 2026

Underground Car Park at Faculty of ICT Building closing hours

Notices & Opportunities26 Jun 2026

The International Ocean Institute offers The Elisabeth Mann Borgese Bursary 2026

Deadline for applications: 31 July 2026

Students3 Jul 2026

Podcasts by BA (Hons) Politics and Governance students on Campus 103.7

Podcasts produced by undergraduate politics students now being aired

Academia3 Jul 2026

A mathematics project of Prof. Peter Borg funded by SEA-EU grant 2025

Funding of a Mathematics Project by Prof. Peter Borg

Academia2 Jul 2026

From Malta to the University of Melbourne - a thriving exchange partnership

University of Malta students have shown a growing interest in studying in Australia over the last decade

Upcoming Events

Poetry Morning Bishop - Cummings - Frost

Upcoming event on Saturday 11 July 2026

Notices & Opportunities2 Jul 2026

Parking disruption notice due to road markings works

Monday 6 and Tuesday 7 July 2026

Notices & Opportunities26 Jun 2026

Applications Open for EcoFem Permaculture Design Course in Slovenia

Application deadline: 15 July 2026

Lifestyle30 Jun 2026

Sun's Out; Campus 103.7's Summer Schedule is in!

Starting from July 2026 until the end of September 2026

Notices & Opportunities1 Jul 2026

The UM SEA-EU Office represented at EARMA Conference 2026 in Utrecht

The UM SEA-EU Office was represented at the EARMA Annual Conference 2026, from 5 to 7 May 2026

Discuss1 Jul 2026

Strengthening blue economy education through SeaBluE

UM academics join SeaBluE Staff Week in Naples to strengthen joint blue economy education in SEA-EU

People24 Jun 2026

Two UM scholars contribute to an international conference

UM scholars highlighted Malta’s central role in Mediterranean history at Insular Entanglements

Upcoming Events

QALYPSO 2026: Quantum Optimisation Techniques & Physics of Computation

31 August - 4 September 2026

Notices & Opportunities24 Jun 2026

EIT RIB Malta Edition

Open Call

Discuss26 Jun 2026

Change, and Continuity: UM Leadership in transition

Outgoing and incoming Rector interviewed on THINK, the University’s Research Magazine

Notices & Opportunities17 Jun 2026

Registrations open for the University of Malta DegreePlus Summer Programme 2026

Until 30 June 2026

Students26 Jun 2026

Students win best international game at Expovit 2025

Institute of Digital Games student game Internal Affairs developed in study unit wins in Costa Rica

Lifestyle26 Jun 2026

The UM Ceremonial Mace: a symbol through the ages

Ceremonial maces are symbols of authority, prestige, and seniority of an institution

Discuss26 Jun 2026

Now Online: The 50th Edition of THINK, UM’s Research Magazine

Theme: Manner

Academia26 Jun 2026

UM–BOV partnership marks major step forward in the advancement of Malta’s first-ever women’s archive

An agreement was formalised on Wednesday 24 June 2026

Academia1 Jul 2026

AIDA Malta 2024 proceedings presented at AIDA 2026 in Catania

This international conference focuses on the study of Arabic dialects and Maltese, from linguistic and sociolinguistic perspectives

Academia30 Jun 2026

Prof. Charles Yousif co-chairs the 17th international conference on thermal engineering in Malta

Toronto Metropolitan University and the University of Malta co-organise an international conference

Academia30 Jun 2026

CHOICE recognises UM co-edited book as outstanding contribution to scholarship

Co-edited volume and UM scholarship praised by the American Library Association

Notices & Opportunities30 Jun 2026

Course on Large Language Models

Language Modules

Upcoming Events

Fine Arts Year 3 Honours Exhibition

Upcoming event on Friday 3 July 2026

Upcoming Events

Local action for island impact: celebrating biodiversity in SIDS

Friday 22 May 2026

Upcoming Events

Making EU environmental regulations easier for Malta's businesses - platform launch and research demonstration COMPLY

Wednesday 3 June 2026

Upcoming Events

Seminar/Webinar - postcolonial paradise? Governing island futures in Mauritius

Thursday 4 June 2026

Upcoming Events

The Earth Systems graduate launchpad 2026

Friday 26 June 2026

Upcoming Events

Seminar/Webinar - educational intercultural approaches in a creole island society

Hybrid ISSI seminar on creole intercultural education (focusing on Réunion)

Upcoming Events

International Workshop - financialisation and measurement in public sector financial reporting and management accounting

Tuesday 23 and Wednesday 24 June 2026

People30 Jun 2026

Professor Sandra C. Buttigieg represented UM as a panellist at 2026 European Health Management Conference (EHMC) in Barcelona

Prof. Buttigieg contributes to european dialogue on strengthening respiratory disease surveillance and immunisation

Upcoming Events

ICT Lounge Around Event 2026

Saturday 4 July 2026 and Monday 20 July 2026

Students22 Jun 2026

Three students present research at the world's largest Game Studies Conference

Three M.Sc. students from the Institute of Digital Games presented research at DiGRA 2026

Learn25 Jun 2026

The second issue of the Poverty Observatory, PROMISE's Biannual Bulletin is here

We are proud to share the second edition of the Poverty Observatory, dedicated to child poverty

Upcoming Events

Premiere screening of two short films: Blood Ties and Storbju

Sunday, 28 June 2026

Learn26 Jun 2026

Announcing Volume 15, Issue 1 of Postcolonial Directions in Education

Volume 15, Issue 1 of Postcolonial Directions in Education (PDE) is out.

Upcoming Events

Board Game Night with Mighty Boards with a Twist - Playtesting your games in October 2026

Wednesday 14 October 2026

People12 Jun 2026

One to One, presented by Michael Briguglio

On Campus 103.7, the University's Radio Station

People16 Jun 2026

Sergio Grech: the voice behind Tradutturi on Campus 103.7

Exploring the work of translators

Upcoming Events

Seminar - Lesson Study: research, reflection, impact

Thursday 18 June 2026

People16 Jun 2026

Katrine Heggstad visits University of Malta for process drama workshops

Isabelle Gatt hosts Katrine Heggstad’s workshops, where students explored process drama techniques

Upcoming Events

Save the Date: UM x APS Bank Ring Road Races

On 25 October 2026

Upcoming Events

Launch of new interactive "Maltese for Beginners" courses

Wednesday 24 June 2026

Upcoming Events

How robust are multilingual wordlists? Implications for language trees and colexification data

Friday 26 June 2026

Upcoming Events

Save the Date - AI Futures What Kind of Future Are We Building?

Friday 19 June 2026

Upcoming Events

Pubblikazzjoni: Il-Malti f’Politika Lingwistika Nazzjonali / Publication: Towards a National Language Policy for Malta

Il-Ħamis 18 ta' Ġunju 2026

Upcoming Events

Registrations are now open for the BioGeMT Summer School 2026!

Tuesday 22 September 2026

Notices & Opportunities25 Jun 2026

“I Choose Excellence… What about you?” – A local promotional campaign by UM

Tagline to be featured both online and offline this summer

Discuss15 Jun 2026

Erasmus+ ENHANCE project meeting

Erasmus+ ENHANCE transnational project meeting in Malta

Discuss16 Jun 2026

ReUse: a local perspective on EV battery reuse in Malta

Towards efficient processes that enable the reuse of discarded EV battery packs

Learn12 Jun 2026

Ancient fish, new tech: AI supports offshore wind monitoring

AI helps map protected marine species to support smarter offshore wind planning

Learn11 May 2026

MRER Lecture: a design thinking approach to student-centred learning

An MRER Lecture explored innovative approaches to teaching and learning

Learn14 May 2026

RECLAIM workshop and BioBlitz on invasive alien flora

The RECLAIM Project hosted a workshop and BioBlitz to raise awareness on invasive species in Malta

Learn18 May 2026

Malta’s first autonomous bus arrives as part of the metaCCAZE Project

Pilot is being led locally by Malta Public Transport, the Ministry for Transport, Infrastructure and Public Works, and the University of Malta

Learn19 May 2026

UM research extends the frontiers of convex analysis in Quantum journal

UM research in Quantum information develops mathematics inspired by star-shaped fortresses

Learn10 Jun 2026

Breathing new data into air pollution research

UM atmospheric researchers present air pollution monitoring studies at Bristol conference

Learn11 Jun 2026

Innovative approaches to safeguarding heritage presented by UM at MetroArchaeo25

UM and UniME researchers highlight science’s role in heritage conservation at MetroArchaeo, Bergamo

Upcoming Events

FICT EXPO 2026 - FICT@UM: Ideas In Action

Friday 3 July 2026 and Saturday 4 July 2026

Learn24 Jun 2026

HSBC Malta Foundation supports UM research driving discussion on the future of sustainable freight transport

The Sustainable Freight Transport Project forms part of a broader research effort to better understand freight movement patterns in Malta

Discuss24 Jun 2026

Main Findings from the Climate Change Survey disseminated across the UM community on the occasion of World Environment Day

Celebrated annually on 5 June 2026

Notices & Opportunities24 Jun 2026

Funding Opportunity: Prototype to Minimum Viable Product (P2M) Programme

Lifestyle24 Jun 2026

Dragon boats, teamwork, and Chinese culture!

Dragon boat festival was hold by Confucius Institute.

Notices & Opportunities24 Jun 2026

Library newsletter No. 72

Welcome to the Library Newsletter, a monthly update sent to all UM staff and students.

Academia18 Jun 2026

University of Malta Launches Undergraduate Prospectus for 2026 and 2027

The prospectus showcases more than 200 courses offered through various Faculties, Institutes, Centres, and Schools.

Academia24 Jun 2026

Academic from LM Thapar School of Management visits UM on Erasmus+ ICM mobilty

Prof. Abhishek Gupta, LM Thapar School of Management, Thapar Institute of Engineering & Technology, Patiala, Punjab, India.

Learn19 Jun 2026

First Kindergarten Physical Activity Monitoring (KG-PAM) Study in Malta Successfully Completed / Tlesta b'Suċċess l-Ewwel Studju dwar il-Monitoraġġ tal-Attività Fiżika fit-Tfal tal-Kindergarten (KG-PAM) f'Malta

Research team from research team from the Institute for Physical Education and Sport, led by Prof. Andrew Decelis

People23 Jun 2026

Outgoing Rector, Prof. Alfred J. Vella’s legacy marked with portrait unveiling

The portrait was unveiled on 18 June 2026 at the University of Malta’s Council Room

Academia19 Jun 2026

Prof. Sandra C. Buttigieg delivers keynote address at International Healthcare Quality Conference in Kraków

UM academic represented UM at 28th National Conference on Quality in Healthcare, held in Kraków, Poland

People15 Jun 2026

Sustaining skills of critical reflection on practice – international research collaboration

Dr Claudia Psaila attended a 3-day workshop as collaborator

People17 Apr 2026

UM represented at landmark WHO Global Forum with three Collaborating Centres

University of Malta showcases global health leadership at WHO Forum

People5 May 2026

Senior Lecturer contributes to outcomes of EU research project

Dr Cuschieri appointed Scientific Advisor in HorizonEurope project

People20 May 2026

UM academic presents at international structural biology and AI conference

UM’s Jean Paul Ebejer presented AI methods for protein-ligand binding at Malta conference

Academia26 May 2026

Global perspectives on gender and sexualities take centre stage in Malta

Gender and Sexualities Conference took place on 6 and 7 May 2026

Notices & Opportunities17 Jun 2026

Growing Together: July 2026 Training Programme

Academia11 Jun 2026

UM smart-traffic research presented at Transport Research Arena 2026

TRA2026: Smart-traffic research showcasing traffic modelling using sparse, missing and noisy data

Learn9 Jun 2026

STRADA Project: How AI is ushering Radio Astronomy into a new era

Project led by Dr Andrea De Marco from the Institute of Space Sciences and Astronomy at UM

Learn11 Jun 2026

TEAMWIRE - innovative monitoring for water loss detection

Non-invasive technologies reveal leaks and protect water resources

Lifestyle22 Jun 2026

From ‘Da’ to ‘Papà’: how we address our fathers in Maltese

Father's Day 2026

Academia1 Jun 2026

UM contributes to EARMA discussion on AI in research management

Dr Elena Sultana

Notices & Opportunities22 Jun 2026

Transdisciplinary Research Programme launched to drive solutions for national and global challenges

A new funding initiative

Notices & Opportunities4 Jun 2026

Election result: One academic member of staff on Council - June 2026

Elections were held on Wednesday 3 June 2026

Academia18 Jun 2026

University of Malta Chancellor to preside over ITLOS Seabed Disputes Chamber hearings

A press release was issued by the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea

Notices & Opportunities18 Jun 2026

80 new COST Actions have been approved from the COST Open Call 2025

COST Actions Applications are open form 31 July 2026 until 28 October 2026

Notices & Opportunities17 Jun 2026

Applications open: 2027 EUROfusion Engineering Grants

Application deadline: 17 July 2026

Academia16 Jun 2026

Prof. Isabelle Gatt leads applied theatre laboratory at Hogeschool Utrecht

Applied theatre labs for Dutch pedagogues strengthen Malta-Utrecht collaboration

Notices & Opportunities18 Jun 2026

Women TechEU scheme re-opens with another €12 million in equity-free grants for women founders in deep tech

The eligibility application phase launched on 1 June 2026, with weekly cut-offs every Tuesday at 17:00 (Brussels time) starting from 30 June 2026 up till 13 July 2027.

Notices & Opportunities18 Jun 2026

Nominees for election: Dean, Faculty of Media & Knowledge Sciences - June 2026

The electronic election will take place on Tuesday, 23 June 2026, from 09:00 to 21:00

Academia17 Jun 2026

Outgoing Rector, Prof. Alfred J. Vella, awarded Honorary Doctorate by University of Split

On Monday 15 June 2026

Notices & Opportunities10 Jun 2026

Election of Dean - Faculty of Media and Knowledge Sciences - June 2026

Nominations are to be handed in at the Rector's Office by noon of Wednesday 17 June 2026

Upcoming Events

UM joins the EUROfusion programme

From Monday 20 to Wednesday 22 April 2026

Academia16 Jun 2026

University of Malta maintains CWUR Rankings for 2026, placing among top 7.6% of universities worldwide

The University of Malta has maintained its favourable position in the CWUR rankings

Learn16 Jun 2026

Advancing Microwave Hyperthermia for breast cancer treatment using Nanoparticles

The study highlights the growing importance of combining electromagnetic engineering, thermal modelling, and nanotechnology in biomedical applications

Academia15 Jun 2026

UM academic presides over European Congress on catechesis and peace

Rev. Prof. Carl-Mario Sultana presides over European Congress in Italy on Catechesis and Peace

Lifestyle15 Jun 2026

UM collaborates with Blood Donation Centre to mark World Blood Donor Day

Observed annually on 14 June

Notices & Opportunities12 Jun 2026

VLE Scheduled Maintenance

VLE will not be available for use by staff and students due to annual maintenance

Notices & Opportunities1 Jun 2026

Elevate your professional career: ERA Shuttle secondments

Secondment opportunities funded through the Horizon Europe ERA Shuttle project

Notices & Opportunities8 Jun 2026

Election Result: Two Senate Representatives - Institutes, Centres and Schools (June 2026)

The election scheduled for 11 June 2026 is no longer necessary since there were only two nominations.

Academia11 Jun 2026

New MRER website officially launched

The Malta Review of Educational Research (MRER) officially launched its new website on 5 June 2026.

Discuss30 Jan 2026

Bringing in Politics through an Erasmus+ BIP

The Department of Nursing participated in a BIP- Political Empowerment for Health and Social Work.

Discuss10 Jun 2026

Professor Sandra C. Buttigieg serves on KU Leuven Doctoral Jury

The invitation reflects Prof. Buttigieg’s recognised expertise in public health, healthcare quality, health systems, and healthcare management

Learn9 Jun 2026

COMPLY Platform Launch: Simplifying Environmental Compliance in Malta

ISSI launches COMPLY, a free platform helping Malta businesses navigate environmental regulations

Academia2 Jun 2026

University of Malta’s 4th Research Expo hosts 225 research projects

Held on Wednesday 27 May 2026

Academia8 Jun 2026

ReUse: Second Life of EV batteries

Enabling a safe reuse of lithium-ion batteries removed from electric vehicles

Notices & Opportunities9 Jun 2026

EIT Regional Innovation Booster (EIT RIB) Malta Edition - Call for Participants

Unlock growth opportunities by enlisting to this Programme and Information Session

Learn9 Jun 2026

Integrated PV-powered water heating and battery systems PvPro - a half-way update

PvPro: A project enabling innovative water heating systems for Malta

Lifestyle8 Jun 2026

World Ocean Day: Keeping Watch on Our Ocean

Oceanography Malta Research Group (OMRG)'s work highlighted in new reel

Academia2 Jun 2026

Educator of the Year at the annual Youth Awards organised by FreeHour Malta

Awarded to Prof. Andrew Azzopardi

Notices & Opportunities20 May 2026

Call for Applications: Ph.D. scholarship in Visual Impairment in Malta - Faculty for Social Wellbeing

Application deadline extended to: Monday 22 June 2026

Upcoming Events

The Voice of Poetry: The Quiet Work of Letting Go

Upcoming Event on Friday 19 June 2026

People8 Jun 2026

Dr Jacqueline Żammit receives Springer Nature Editor of Distinction Awards 2026

UM academic has been honoured with two prestigious awards in recognition of her outstanding service

Discuss8 Jun 2026

PvPro: Powering the Future of Domestic Heating with the Sun

Future of Domestic Heating

Academia8 Jun 2026

New University of Malta Pro-Rector Team Announced

By Prof. Frank Bezzina, Rector Elect of UM

People8 Jun 2026

Erasmus+ ICM academic visit from Ivane Javakhishvili Tbilisi State University

A cooperation contributing to internationalisation objectives and supporting the development of sustainable academic partnerships

Discuss5 Jun 2026

MEALC hosts “Talks on the Arab World” event

This event was held on 2 June 2026

Discuss5 Jun 2026

Policy, Politics and Governance Research Symposium

The Department of Policy, Politics and Governance organised its annual Research Symposium on 8 May

Notices & Opportunities5 Jun 2026

Library newsletter #71

Library monthly newsletter

Notices & Opportunities5 Jun 2026

Extended Library Opening Hours

Saturday 2 May till Friday 26 June 2026