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Academia28 Jul 2026

Presentation of Research Report to the President of Malta

On 20 July 2026

Academia24 Jul 2026

Auditor General pays courtesy visit to ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ Rector

On Wednesday 22 July 2026

Academia23 Jul 2026

4 books launched by scientific contributor at ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ's Faculty for the Built Environment

Prof. Perit Rebecca Dalli-Gonzi launches four books in relation to resilience, public governance and modelling structures

Academia21 Jul 2026

½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ makes historic debut in ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects

Clinical Medicine ranked in the 401–500 band globally

Academia20 Jul 2026

Courtesy visit of the Ambassador of the United States of America

On 14 July 2026

Academia16 Jul 2026

Academic from LM Thapar School of Management visits ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ on Erasmus+ ICM mobilty

This visit enabled productive interactions with faculty members and students from ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ's Faculty of ICT

Academia16 Jul 2026

University of Malta academics and students win prestigious Kennerspiel des Jahre

Mighty Boards wins prestigious international game award for Rebirth.

Academia10 Jul 2026

Book presentation and University Lifelong Learning Chat with Rector

Prof. Peter Mayo presented his latest single authored book to Rector

Academia10 Jul 2026

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

In July 2026

Academia9 Jul 2026

Strengthening Library Practice: Erasmus Staff Week at the University of Algarve

½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ at Erasmus Staff Week for Librarians, UAlg Portugal, May 2026

Academia8 Jul 2026

Junior College Collective Agreement signed

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

Academia6 Jul 2026

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

The meeting provided an opportunity to exchange views.

Academia6 Jul 2026

Faculty of Education Academics present research at ARLE/IFTE Conference

Three academics from the Department of Early and Primary Education at ARLE/IFTE Conference

Academia6 Jul 2026

Faculty of Education researchers publish study on student engagement

Study validates a student engagement measure for Maltese university students

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

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

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

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

Academia1 Jul 2026

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

The University of Malta (½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ) has for the first time secured a place among the world’s top 700 universities

Academia30 Jun 2026

Prof. Frank Bezzina officially takes over as ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ's 82nd Rector

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

Academia30 Jun 2026

CHOICE recognises ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ co-edited book as outstanding contribution to scholarship

Co-edited volume and ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ scholarship praised by the American Library Association

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

Academia26 Jun 2026

½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ–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

Academia24 Jun 2026

MRER's 20th anniversary activities generate significant impact

The 20th anniversary events attract hundreds of participants

Academia22 Jun 2026

MA in Global Maritime Archaeology joins UNESCO UNITWIN Network for Underwater Archaeology as Full Member

On 9 June 2026

Academia22 Jun 2026

Academic from LM Thapar School of Management visits ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ on Erasmus+ ICM mobilty

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

Academia19 Jun 2026

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

½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ academic represented ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ at 28th National Conference on Quality in Healthcare, held in Kraków, Poland

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

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.

Academia17 Jun 2026

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

On Monday 15 June 2026

Academia16 Jun 2026

Prof. Isabelle Gatt leads applied theatre laboratory at Hogeschool Utrecht

Applied theatre labs for Dutch pedagogues strengthen Malta-Utrecht collaboration

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

Academia15 Jun 2026

½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ academic presides over European Congress on catechesis and peace

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

Academia12 Jun 2026

Prof. Raymond Mangion presents publication to ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ Rector

The Legislative and Constitutional Development of the Maltese Language in a Historico-Literary Context

Academia11 Jun 2026

New MRER website officially launched

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

Academia11 Jun 2026

½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ smart-traffic research presented at Transport Research Arena 2026

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

Academia9 Jun 2026

Engaging with twenty years of educational scholarship through the MRER archive

Launch of Engaging with the MRER 20th Anniversary Archive: Reflections on Three Educational Journeys

Academia8 Jun 2026

ReUse: Second Life of EV batteries

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

Academia8 Jun 2026

New University of Malta Pro-Rector Team Announced

By Prof. Frank Bezzina, Rector Elect of ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ

Academia8 Jun 2026

Celebrating World Ocean Day Through Youth Engagement

A video competition encouraging students to reflect on the importance of our ocean

Academia8 Jun 2026

National Biobank DwarnaBio represented at European Biobank Week 2026

DwarnaBio at EBW2026 - Returning biobank and genomic data to research participants

Academia3 Jun 2026

Ambassador of Türkiye pays courtesy visit to the University of Malta

H.E. Barkın Kayaoğlu

Academia2 Jun 2026

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

Awarded to Prof. Andrew Azzopardi

Academia2 Jun 2026

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

Held on Wednesday 27 May 2026

Academia2 Jun 2026

(South African) Eastern Cape delegation strengthens academic and investment ties during ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ visit

On Friday, 29 May 2026

Academia1 Jun 2026

½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ contributes to EARMA discussion on AI in research management

Dr Elena Sultana

Academia1 Jun 2026

The ECPE Research Group at ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏRE 2026

The ECPE Research Group and Linguistic Diversity Research at ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏRE 2026

Academia1 Jun 2026

New Collective Agreement for Academic Staff at the University of Malta

On 15 May 2026

Academia1 Jun 2026

Exploring safer cycling through augmented reality: the CycleAR project

Carried out by researchers within the Department of Systems and Control Engineering

Academia29 May 2026

Specialised Dictionary of Geography

The author is Edward Gilson, while the editors are Prof. Michael Spagnol, Mr Thomas Pace and Mr Dwayne Ellul.

Academia26 May 2026

Preserving cultural and religious heritage for sustainable tourism development

The Department of Tourism Management hosted the SacredTravels4Growth Project Consortium.

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

Academia25 May 2026

Reframing the Barberini Archive through Hospitaller Malta: Archival Methodologies and Documentary Typologies

26 May 2026

Academia22 May 2026

New MoU with Khesar Gyalpo University of Medical Sciences, Bhutan, establishes partnership in medical education and research

Prof. Neville Calleja signed on behalf of ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ

Academia22 May 2026

MUP Publication, 'The Future of Paceville', presented to Rector

In May 2026

Academia21 May 2026

GreenToC community gathers at the University of Malta for intensive green skills and AI training

From 13 to 15 May 2026

Academia19 May 2026

SGdrive: closing the project – a success story

Closing of a successful Xjenza Malta funded project: SGdrive

Upcoming Events

Joseph Eynaud Memorial Lecture 2026

Wednesday 18 March 2026

Academia12 May 2026

Postgraduate Certificate in Climate Financial Risk launched after MoU is signed between ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ & Climate Action Authority

On Monday 11 May 2026

Academia11 May 2026

Judge Professor Attard Programme on the Common Concern of Humankind launched

The Department of International Law launched the Programme on 7 May

Academia5 May 2026

‌Maltese educators build cultural bridges during five-day delegation to China

A delegation of Maltese educators carried out a five-day cultural and educational exchange in Xiamen and Xi’an, China

Academia4 May 2026

EPO President Applauds ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ’s Research Talent

Visit took place in April 2026

Academia30 Apr 2026

Microalgae as Medicine: advancing antibiotics and biologics

In collaboration with two National Chinese Universities

Academia30 Apr 2026

AIRAS Project launches tool to analyse gender representation in news articles

A free AI tool from ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ reveals gender patterns in any article you draft

Academia30 Apr 2026

Maltese Museologist named keynote speaker at major Italian museum conference

Dr Sandro Debono delivered opening keynote address at Annual Assembly of ICOM Italia

Academia28 Apr 2026

Seminar on Sustainable Engineering 2026 Showcases Research Innovation

Faculty of Engineering showcases interdisciplinary sustainability research

Academia28 Apr 2026

3D Printed Geopolymer Concrete research activity in Turkey: SMACORT Project

Conducted by Researchers from ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ

Academia28 Apr 2026

55th CIESM Scientific Workshop organised by the University of Malta

The University of Malta was commissioned by the CIESM in organising its latest scientific workshop.

Academia28 Apr 2026

Physio Futures showcases the student journey in Physiotherapy at the University

Physio Futures celebrated student excellence, awards, and community at ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ

Academia21 Apr 2026

Renewed collaboration with the Phoenicians' Route Association

The Institute of Maltese Studies

Academia17 Apr 2026

Soft Launch of the MRER Anniversary Companion Book

Engaging with the MRER 20th Anniversary Archive: Reflections on Three Educational Journeys

Academia16 Apr 2026

½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ academic contributed to an international symposium and book launch in the UK

Prof. Josephine Deguara contributes to international symposium and book launch in the UK

Academia16 Apr 2026

MEALC Academic Erasmus+ ICM mobility at Shandong University in China

MEALC Academic Erasmus+ ICM mobility at Shandong University in China

Academia15 Apr 2026

Forging an Ocean Pact for Europe: Role of EU University Alliances

The International Symposium on Transformative Science bridged science and policy for Europe’s ocean

Academia15 Apr 2026

Prof. Norbert Bugeja delivers Opening Seminar at the Universitè de Montpellier

Prof. Bugeja gave two seminars and responded to doctoral and Masters presentations at the UPVM

Academia14 Apr 2026

University Maritime Platform Scales Up Multi-Disciplinary Impact in 2026

University Maritime Platform Scales Up Multi-Disciplinary Impact in 2026

Academia6 Apr 2026

Ocean-H2 endorsed as UN Ocean Decade Action

OCEAN‑H2 received official recognition as a Decade Action by Ocean Decade programme

Academia2 Apr 2026

½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ represented at 2nd European Youth Congress in Poland

Prof. Massa and FEMA students represented ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ

Academia30 Mar 2026

Marine restoration takes centre stage: University of Malta hosts REVIVE Project

REVIVE project advances marine restoration through reefs, tech, and collaboration

Academia27 Mar 2026

EU Marie Curie Funded Project reveals the Dynamics Driving Mediterranean Quake

DEFMOD-LiMA employs cutting-edge methodologies to examine driving forces of lithospheric deformation

People27 Mar 2026

DwarnaBio-HSBC Malta collaboration highlights community-engaged biobank research

DwarnaBio recruitment session at HSBC Malta advances community-driven genomics research.

Academia24 Mar 2026

How AI is helping in the development of smarter and adaptable Prostheses

The PRAGMA Project

Academia24 Mar 2026

½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ and BVI partner forge strategic partnership to tackle small island challenges

½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ and HLSCC sign 5-year MoU for joint research on island resilience and development

Academia23 Mar 2026

Rector receives Ambassador of Greece

Ambassador of Greece pays courtesy visit to the University of Malta

Academia23 Mar 2026

½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ leading ethical AI in research and innovation

Building universities’ institutional capacity and readiness to address ethical implications of AI-driven technologies

Academia17 Mar 2026

½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ and Malta Food Agency join forces on Harbour Food Heritage Project

Exploring food, history, and maritime heritage within the Grand Harbour

Academia17 Mar 2026

½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ academic awarded fellowship through Distinction

Dr Sarah Cuschieri has been awarded FPH Fellowship through Distinction, advancing chronic disease research

Academia17 Mar 2026

A Legal Doctrine owing its origins to the Department of International Law

The doctrine of Common Concern of Humankind receives judicial recognition.

Academia16 Mar 2026

½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ and Farsons build on successful collaboration linking Academia and Industry

On Monday 16 March 2026

Academia13 Mar 2026

Mayor of Bielsko-BiaÅ‚a, Poland visits ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ Rector and FEMA following signing of MOU

Mayor of Bielsko-BiaÅ‚a, Poland visits ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ Rector and FEMA

Academia10 Mar 2026

Overtourism in cities and small islands

Book published by Routledge (UK), edited by Lino Briguglio, Marie Avellino and Jim Butcher

Upcoming Events

The Heart - a Biblical Perspective

20 - 22 March 2026

Academia10 Mar 2026

Ethics education presented to the Parliamentary Committee on IT and AI

Examining how Malta can respond to the rapid development of digital technologies and AI

Academia6 Mar 2026

University of Malta highlights migration narratives at SEA-EU staff week

SEA-EU initiative advancing rights-based migration policy

Academia5 Mar 2026

Prof. Peter Mayo delivered keynote speech at Global Policy Dialogue Conference in Rome

This conference focused on Higher Education

Academia2 Mar 2026

'Southern' Europe and beyond in the Mediterranean

Prof. Peter Mayo's latest book is published in hardback, paperback and ebook versions

Academia2 Mar 2026

A record number of caps in the air: Postgraduate Graduations 2026 Kick Off

Ceremonies taking place in March 2026

Academia20 Feb 2026

The MSA Annual General Meeting 2026

The Malta Sociological Association (MSA) will hold its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 13/03/2026.

Academia19 Feb 2026

UNESCO chair on Teacher Professional Development using Lesson Study

Agreement signed with UNESCO establishing a new UNESCO chair

Academia13 Feb 2026

FEMA strengthens ties with Bielsko‑Biała, Poland

FEMA signs 5-year MoU with City of Bielsko-Biała to boost collaboration, research & mobility

Academia11 Feb 2026

University of Malta contributes citizen science expertise at CS-MACH1 workshop

University of Malta shares citizen science success at CS-MACH1 workshop in Belgium

Academia9 Feb 2026

A new look for MRER — coming soon

New look for MRER on its 20th anniversary

Academia5 Feb 2026

MRER celebrates 20 years with book launch on its educational research legacy

This book launch celebrates MRER's role in shaping educational research

Academia5 Feb 2026

½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ achieves best result to date in QS Europe Rankings 2026

The performance of 958 universities across 42 European countries and territories, were assessed

Academia4 Feb 2026

AIR SAVE solidifies market readiness with New Patent and First-Place IP Award

AIR SAVE gets its patent granted and places first in Malta Intellectual Property Awards

Academia4 Feb 2026

TwinPort: Digital Twins for Integrated Port Infrastructure, Energy, and Vessels

TwinPort develops a unified digital twin integrating data from port infrastructure and energy system

Academia2 Feb 2026

½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ strengthens global reputation with positive Times Higher Education 2026 rankings

Academia28 Jan 2026

½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ hosts researchers from CERN, INFN and IFIC at joint TWOCRYST/ALADDIN workshop

Results from CERN experiment in the Large Hadron Collider presented at ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ Valletta campus

Academia27 Jan 2026

Final publication of trilogy by Dr David Fabri presented to Rector

Financial services, company law and consumer protection

Academia27 Jan 2026

SEA-EU Governing Week 2025

SEA-EU Governing Week brought together nine partner universities

Academia26 Jan 2026

30th anniversary of Annual Company Law Conference

It was held on Wednesday 3 December 2025

Academia23 Jan 2026

Storm Harry over Malta through the eyes of our monitoring systems

During Storm Harry, the OMRG team closely monitored the evolving conditions.

Academia22 Jan 2026

University of Malta charts its course for the next five years with Strategic Plan 2026–2030

Launched on Thursday 22 January 2026

Academia19 Jan 2026

Launch of the Malta Module on the Transatlantic Periscope - 9 January 2026

Inauguration of Transatlantic Periscope

Academia19 Jan 2026

Professor Mario Buhagiar: A Lifetime of Scholarship

This exhibition will be held from Monday 12 January until Friday 27 February 2026

Academia15 Jan 2026

Driving discovery through research excellence: ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ awards Research Excellence Funds 2025 to support five research projects

On Thursday 15 January 2026

Academia14 Jan 2026

Inauguration of a painting commemorating Professor Oliver Friggieri

In the Library’s Melitensia Special Collection

Academia13 Jan 2026

Centre for Labour Studies signs MOU with Health and Safety Professional Association

MOU between Centre for Labour Studies and Occupational Safety and Health Professionals Association

Academia29 Jul 2026

University of Chile academic visits ½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ as part of Erasmus+ ICM mobility

Visit by University of Chile Academic

Academia29 Jul 2026

½ñÈÕºÚÁÏ Rector meets the Ambassador of the People’s Republic of China

On 15 July 2026