Prof. Ing. Ann Zammit is an Associate Professor in the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Malta, specialising in Metallurgy and Materials Engineering. She holds a Bachelor of Engineering (Hons) and a PhD degree from the University of Malta.
Her research interests lie at the forefront of materials engineering, focusing on surface engineering, heat treatment, shot peening, laser shock peening, additive manufacturing, material testing and analysis. Professor Zammit's work has significant implications for the automotive and marine transportation industries, where material resilience and performance are paramount. She has been instrumental in advancing the understanding of how materials behave under various conditions and how they can be optimised for different uses. She remains an active figure in academic circles, often collaborating with international peers to further the scope of her research.
In addition to her research, Prof. Zammit is passionate about teaching and is a pillar of support for her students and colleagues. She serves on a number of editorial boards and has presented her work at a number of conferences worldwide. She has also worked as an Expert with the European Commission, evaluating Horizon 2020 and Marie Skłodowska-Curie Action projects. Additionally, she offers consultancy services and support to industry, providing guidance on material selection, material heat treatment, testing and characterisation.
