Science in the City 2026 Pre-Festival Launch
From sharks around Malta to forensic DNA research, from skincare to saving Malta’s dark skies, from sensory-friendly events to electricity-generating plants, Science in the City
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Press Release: Environmental and sustainability concerns ERA’s Comino decision
PRESS RELEASE DATE: 11th August 2026 The Malta Chamber of Scientists notes with disappointment the Environment and Resources Authority’s decision to approve the preliminary works
World Population Day: What a Growing Population Means for Our Economy and Our Food Systems
World Population Day: What a Growing Population Means for Our Economy and Our Food Systems Every year on 11 July, the world marks World Population
MCS Election Recommendations 2026
MCS presents its recommendations for the upcoming 2026 election. With a vision of a scientifically advanced, innovative, and sustainable future for Malta, we have identified five core pillars to guide national policy and investment.
Council Nominations 2026-2028
A Call to Action: Shape the Future of Malta’s Scientific Community The Malta Chamber of Scientists (MCS) is pleased to announce that nominations are now
Wired Youth Forum
Wired Youth Forum 2023 Youth-Led Evidence-Based Science Policy Engagement Click Here For Resources The Wired Youth: Science Forum was an Erasmus+ funded initiative coordinated by
Open Letter in regard to light pollution at Dwejra
Dwejra, Gozo, is one of the last remaining dark sky sites in Malta. For years, it has been cherished by educators, scientists, and environmentalists. However,
Curiosity Knows No Boundaries: Celebrating Women and Girls in Science
The Malta Chamber of Scientists, in collaboration with the University of Malta, is organizing a discussion titled Curiosity Knows No Boundaries to celebrate the
Statement following Minister Caruana remarks
The Malta Chamber of Scientists strongly echoes UMASA’s concerns regarding Minister Clyde Caruana’s remarks suggesting that the University of Malta should “pull up their socks
Statement on Ethical Hacking
The Malta Chamber of Scientists has released a statement in regards to the case against students Michael Debono, Giorgio Grigolo, Luke Bjorn Scerri, Luke Collins,
Science in the City 2024 Edition
Don’t Miss Malta’s Favourite Science & Arts Festival! We are excited to announce the 2024 Science in the City Festival, taking place on 27–28 September
Malta Café Scientifique | AI Among Us: How Artificial Intelligence is Shaping Our Society
In an era dominated by cutting-edge technologies, the rise of Artificial Intelligence and its influence on some key aspects of society has emerged as a
Malta Café Scientifique | Eating well without eating the planet: a vision for sustainable agriculture in Malta
Agriculture is at the heart of our food systems and indubitably influences our health; as the Maltese population grows, so too does our dependence on
Malta Café Scientifique | Colonial type or historical legacy? Rethinking Maltese cultural heritage today
In recent years, Malta is experiencing a surging urban make-over, where more and more historical structures like the iconic terraced houses are being demolished to
ĊineXjenza | The Social Dilemma
In a world increasingly dominated by the influence of social media, it is imperative that we delve into the profound questions raised by technology’s impact
ĊineXjenza | I Am Legend
The ĊineXjenza initiative is set to enter its ninth season this October, with an exciting line-up of films covering topics such as disease outbreaks, mental
Malta Café Scientifique | A New Era in Healthcare: A Fantastic Journey into Targeted Treatment
Healthcare has witnessed a remarkable transformation with the advent of targeted treatment approaches. The days of one-fits-all medicine are numbered, as scientists and healthcare professionals
Kids Dig Science – Exploring with Nemo
From the clouds in the sky right down to the depths of the oceans, Kids Dig Science is Finding Nemo this month and following him
We’re Hiring! Join us as our Sci Comm Coordinator
Are you interested in science communication? Do you want to add managing an Erasmus+ project to your resumé? If you are passionate about science and
Kids Dig Science | A Huff and a Puff
‘Huff and a Puff’ said the big bad wolf menacingly to each of the little pigs! This month’s Kids Dig Science will be testing the
ĊineXjenza | Picture a Scientist
ĊineXjenza | Picture a Scientist will focus on women in science and their struggle for equality. Join the event on April 18th, 7pm in the
ĊineXjenza | Beautiful Boy
ĊineXjenza will be screening the drama ‘Beautiful Boy’ on 14th March at 7pm in the Spazju Kreattiv cinema as part of the Brain Awareness Week.
Malta Café Scientifique | Navigating the Storm: Road to Recovery from Depression
When dealing with people suffering from depression, it is often hard to clearly communicate what is going on inside. How can depression, which is more
Kids Dig Science | Demystifying Wonderland
Did you know that Lewis Carroll’s popular tales including Alice in Wonderland, contain some hidden truths about the human brain that are still inspiring neuroscientists
Response to the National Research and Innovation Strategic Plan 2023-2027
The Malta Chamber of Scientists welcomes the National Research and Innovation Strategic Plan 2023–2027 and has submitted its response to the public open consultation launched
Call for Nominations: Xjenza Online Advisory Board
Xjenza Online is the open access Journal of the Malta Chamber of Scientists. Xjenza Online is a peer-reviewed journal, indexed on Google Scholar, aiming to
Kids Dig Science | Just Right
What do Goldilocks and outer space have in common? Goldilocks was a little scientist, she conducted her experiment in the home of the 3 bears.
Xjenza Online: Call for Papers!
Xjenza Online is published by the Malta Chamber of Scientists in open access electronic format on the website xjenza.org. The journal is peer-reviewed journal, indexed on Google Scholar,
Malta Chamber of Scientists feedback in response to the National Strategic Plan for Further and Higher Education 2022-2030
The Malta Chamber of Scientists welcomes the National Strategic Plan for Further andHigher Education 2022-2030 and has submitted its response to the public open consultationlaunched
“The Rise of AI Text Generation: Can We Tell If It’s Written by a Human or Machine?”
In recent years, the advancements in artificial intelligence and machine learning have resulted in the development of AI text generation systems. These systems are capable
Malta Café Scientifique | 3D Printing Plastic from the Source
How can we make 3D printing more efficient and environmentally friendly? Join Malta Café Scientifique’s event on February the 8th, where Albert Curmi will be
ĊineXjenza | MILKED
The dairy industry generates an enormous amount of profit, passing on its costs to the environment, the climate and the cows that suffer a great
Latest issue published on Xjenza Online
We are happy to announce that Issue 2 of Volume 10 of Xjenza online, the official Science Journal of the Malta Chamber of Scientists (https://www.xjenza.org), has
Kids Dig Science | Defrosting Frozen
A bit of a defrost for one of the coldest months of the year! ‘Defrosting Frozen’, is about melting down ‘Frozen’, a modern day, frosty
End of Year Message from the President of the Malta Chamber of Scientists
With the end of the year approaching, I’d like to take the opportunity to thank you for your support and involvement in the Chamber’s initiatives
MoU signed between the MCS and the University of Malta, a strive towards the betterment of science in Malta
The Malta Chamber of Scientists and the University of Malta are proud to announce that they have just signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to
Celebrating 30 years of the Malta Chamber of Scientists
An event held on Friday 2nd December at the Valletta Design Cluster marked thirty years of the Malta Chamber of Scientists’ work towards science and
Kids Dig Science | Boosting Santa’s Sleigh
December brings joy and excitement in the run up to Christmas! Have YOU given a thought to what you want for Christmas? Well this year
ĊineXjenza | Stand and Deliver
The importance of having a good, inspirational teacher in the formation of young academics and scientists cannot be overstated. Join ĊineXjenza on 13th of December
Malta Café Scientifique | Emerging Technologies in COVID Disinfection
The COVID-19 pandemic has shown how vulnerable society to biological hazards is. Dr. Sholeem Griffin will present her work on a novel method of disinfectant
Malta Café Scientifique | The ‘Mediterranean Diet’
The Malta Café Scientifique presents an evening on health, fitness and the ‘true’ Mediterranean diet. Join Prof. Suzanne Piscopo as she presents research on food,
ĊineXjenza | Chasing Einstein
Want to learn about why Einstein is so famous? Join us in the Spazju Kreattiv cinema on November 15th at 7pm to watch the documentary
Call for Volunteers: Malta Café Scientifique
Interested in Science Communication and looking to improve your skills and spice up your CV? The Malta Café Scientifique team are looking for enthusiastic people to help
Med-In Pharma Conference: Invitation and Call for Abstracts
We invite you to participate in the Med-In Pharma 2022 Conference, organised by Med-Tech World in collaboration with the Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Malta
Discussing New Particles! Malta Cafè Sceintifique October Edition
To understand the big picture of the world, one must look at the smallest things that exist. Physics professor Sally Seidel works on finding new
ĊineXjenza October Event: Coded Bias
ĊineXjenza is back for its 8th season, kicking off with an event centred around how we can shape the development of artificial intelligence (AI) to ake
MCS member Elected Secretary-General of IBRO
Our warmest congratulations to MCS Council member Professor Giuseppe Di Giovanni, who has been elected Secretary-General of the World Neuroscience Organization IBRO. IBRO (International Brain Research Organization)
Malta Chamber of Scientists concerned with University of Malta’s budget cuts.
The Malta Chamber of Scientists expresses its disappointment at the announced budget cuts at the University of Malta, which will certainly impact its research output
ĊineXjenza Call for Volunteers
The Malta Chamber of Scientists is currently planning out the next season of ĊineXjenza (2022-2023) and a call for volunteers is now open! We are
Meeting held between science based entities in Malta and Hon. Minister Dr Jo Etienne Abela
The Malta Chamber of Scientists council has attended a meeting between Hon. Minister Dr Jo Etienne Abela and the Malta Laboratory network and the Malta
From Sea Turtles to the COVID-19 Pandemic: A new Xjenza Online issue
Travelling about 13,000 kilometres in a year, sea turtles are real migrants of the Mediterranean. With such great distances, one would expect that injuries at
An engaging discussion with MCAST’s Institute of Applied Sciences Director
The Malta Chamber of Scientists council has held a meeting with the Director for the Institute of Applied Sciences (IAS) at MCAST, Ms Paula Grech
The MCS council meets the University of Malta’s Rector
The Malta Chamber of Scientists council has held a meeting with the University of Malta’s Rector, Prof. Alfred J. Vella, where the strengthening and formalisation
Meeting with the Parliamentary Secretary for Youth, Research and Innovation
We are very proud to have met Hon. Keith Azzopardi Tanti with whom we discussed research in Malta, policies, engagement and inclusion. We hope to
Stratospheric: Malta’s first Space Balloon
Date and Time: Wednesday, 4th May, 7pm The atmosphere is the thin envelope of gases surrounding the Earth and helping us to breath, shielding the
Kids Dig Science: Genetics and Race
Date and Time: 7th May at 3pm and 8th May at 11am Venue: Spazju Kreattiv Meet Sean and Jeremy as they navigate the science of
Seaspiracy
Date and Time: Tueday, 26th April 2022, 7pm Venue: Spazju Kreattiv This conspiracy documentary takes us on a journey filled with criticism towards overfishing and
Malta Chamber of Scientists concerned about National R&I Monitoring Report Findings
The Malta Chamber of Scientists has reviewed the second edition of the National R&I Monitoring Report 2019–2020[1], published recently by the Malta Council for Science
Call for Support: Creation of the first Science Shop
The Malta Chamber of Scientists is working on an exciting project that will see the creation of the first Science Shop in our country. However,